Copilot in Action: Real Wins and Pitfalls in M365
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Joshua Jones of Voltage Learning explores how Microsoft Copilot transforms classrooms and boardrooms. He highlights wins in Excel, Loop, and Whiteboard, explains Microsoft Graph’s role, and discusses Copilot’s limitations—especially in PowerPoint formatting.
🔴 For full Show Notes: https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/732
🎙️ What You Will Learn:
What happens when AI meets the classroom, the boardroom, and the whiteboard? In this episode, Joshua Jones—Director of Training at Voltage Learning—shares how he’s helping professionals and educators unlock the full potential of Microsoft Copilot across M365. From overlooked features in Loop and Whiteboard to the evolving power of AI-generated files, Joshua offers a front-row seat to the real-world wins, challenges, and transformations happening at the intersection of tech and learning.
🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS
✅Copilot’s evolution: Early adopters faced limitations, but today’s Copilot delivers more reliable results—especially in Excel and Loop.
✅ Whiteboard + Copilot = Idea Engine: Learn how Copilot can kickstart planning sessions with sticky-note prompts that spark collaboration.
✅ Loop’s hidden power: Discover how Copilot in Loop streamlines project setup with smart templates and real-time collaboration.
✅ Microsoft Graph demystified: Understand how Graph powers Copilot’s data access—securely and contextually.
✅ Why formatting still frustrates: Hear why PowerPoint’s Copilot lags behind and what that reveals about AI’s current limitations.
✅ Find Joshua Online:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-jones-jp/
Speaking Engagement: https://namctsummit.com/speakers-1
GitHub: https://github.com/joshjones-jp
Company Website: https://github.com/VoltEdge-Learning
🧰 RESOURCES MENTIONED:
👉 Microsoft Loop – Collaborative workspace with Copilot integration: https://loop.microsoft.com
👉 Microsoft Whiteboard – Digital whiteboard with Copilot support: https://whiteboard.microsoft.com
👉 Microsoft Graph – Data connectivity framework powering Copilot: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/graph/overview
👉 Perchance – AI character generator and storytelling tool: https://perchance.org
👉 Microsoft Designer – AI-powered graphic design tool: https://designer.microsoft.com
👉 Microsoft MVP YouTube Series – How to Become a Microsoft MVP – https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzf0yupPbVkqdRJDPVE4PtTlm6quDhiu7
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✅ Want to become a Microsoft MVP? You need to watch these: How to Become a Microsoft MVP https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzf0yupPbVkqdRJDPVE4PtTlm6quDhiu7
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Joshua Jones of Voltage Learning explores how Microsoft Copilot transforms classrooms and boardrooms. He highlights wins in Excel, Loop, and Whiteboard, explains Microsoft Graph’s role, and discusses Copilot’s limitations—especially in PowerPoint formatting.
🔴 For full Show Notes: https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/732
🎙️ What You Will Learn:
What happens when AI meets the classroom, the boardroom, and the whiteboard? In this episode, Joshua Jones—Director of Training at Voltage Learning—shares how he’s helping professionals and educators unlock the full potential of Microsoft Copilot across M365. From overlooked features in Loop and Whiteboard to the evolving power of AI-generated files, Joshua offers a front-row seat to the real-world wins, challenges, and transformations happening at the intersection of tech and learning.
🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS
✅Copilot’s evolution: Early adopters faced limitations, but today’s Copilot delivers more reliable results—especially in Excel and Loop.
✅ Whiteboard + Copilot = Idea Engine: Learn how Copilot can kickstart planning sessions with sticky-note prompts that spark collaboration.
✅ Loop’s hidden power: Discover how Copilot in Loop streamlines project setup with smart templates and real-time collaboration.
✅ Microsoft Graph demystified: Understand how Graph powers Copilot’s data access—securely and contextually.
✅ Why formatting still frustrates: Hear why PowerPoint’s Copilot lags behind and what that reveals about AI’s current limitations.
✅ Find Joshua Online:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-jones-jp/
Speaking Engagement: https://namctsummit.com/speakers-1
GitHub: https://github.com/joshjones-jp
Company Website: https://github.com/VoltEdge-Learning
🧰 RESOURCES MENTIONED:
👉 Microsoft Loop – Collaborative workspace with Copilot integration: https://loop.microsoft.com
👉 Microsoft Whiteboard – Digital whiteboard with Copilot support: https://whiteboard.microsoft.com
👉 Microsoft Graph – Data connectivity framework powering Copilot: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/graph/overview
👉 Perchance – AI character generator and storytelling tool: https://perchance.org
👉 Microsoft Designer – AI-powered graphic design tool: https://designer.microsoft.com
👉 Microsoft MVP YouTube Series – How to Become a Microsoft MVP – https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzf0yupPbVkqdRJDPVE4PtTlm6quDhiu7
🔴 Subscribe for all the latest Microsoft MVP News: https://www.youtube.com/nz365guy?sub_confirmation=1
🔴 Share this video with a YouTuber friend: https://youtu.be/F2TfQZyDN7o
✅ Recommended Playlist: MVP Show. Hear the latest from Microsoft Business Applications MVPs – https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzf0yupPbVkoKTBGm46RlGnCwVLLPKvsT
✅ Want to become a Microsoft MVP? You need to watch these: How to Become a Microsoft MVP https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzf0yupPbVkqdRJDPVE4PtTlm6quDhiu7
✅ Let’s Connect:
Collaborate with me here – https://cloverbase.com
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/nz365guy
Website – https://podcast.nz365guy.com/
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/nz365guy
X – https://twitter.com/nz365guy
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/nz365guy
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/nz365guy
Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.nz/nz365guy
I’m Mark Smith – nz365guy – Helping people reach their full potential
I have been a Microsoft MVP for over 15 years. I am passionate about helping people reach their full potential, through training, coaching and mentorship.
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nz365guy)
If you want to get in touch with me, you can message me here on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nz365guy).
Thanks for listening 🚀 – Mark Smith
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