Jeff Angama's Insider Look at Shaping a Tech Giant and Cultivating Community Spirit

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/532 Embark on a transformative journey with Jeff ANGAMA, the MVP from France, whose mantra of thinking big yet starting small has led him to success in the world of tech. As a solutions engineer at AvePoint, he's carved a niche for himself by embracing rapid failure as a stepping stone to greatness. Our conversation with Jeff isn't just a peek into his professional life; it's an adventure across cultures—from his gastronomic tales in Singapore to academic pursuits in China. We uncover the pivotal moments in his career, including spearheading a colossal digital overhaul for a French cleaning powerhouse, transitioning them from Lotus Notes to the modern workspace of Microsoft Teams and Outlook.We then shift gears to dissect the anatomy of an MVP—what it takes, the grind, the community spirit, and the art of knowledge-sharing. Jeff walks us through his content creation strategy, engaging with fellow tech enthusiasts, and how he's adapted his outreach from comprehensive blog posts to the more concise, emoji-laced microblogs on LinkedIn. Governance in Microsoft's ecosystem and the excitement brewing around AI like Copilot take center stage as we talk about the hot topics for future conferences. And if you're curious about the behind-the-scenes of preparing for those coveted speaking slots, Jeff provides an insider's perspective on selecting topics that resonate and crafting presentations that captivate. Tune in for an episode that's as much about personal growth as it is about professional acumen.OTHER RESOURCES: Microsoft MVP YouTube Series - How to Become a Microsoft MVP  How to Deploy Power Platform in a Mid-Market Enterprise - https://www.tekkigurus.com/how-to-deploy-power-platform-in-a-mid-market-enterprise/ Public speaking tips discussed - https://youtu.be/HAnw168huqA Support the showIf you want to get in touch with me, you can message me here on Linkedin.Thanks for listening 🚀 - Mark Smith