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From Receptionist to MVP with Amber Bell

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From receptionist to Microsoft MVP: Amber Bell shares how embracing training instead of programming transformed her career. Sometimes the path you didn’t plan becomes your greatest strength. What unexpected turn changed your career?

🔴 For full Show Notes: https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/675

What You Will Learn:

Amber Bell shares her journey from receptionist at a GP partner to Microsoft MVP, discovering her passion for training and documentation along the way.

✅ Starting as a receptionist at a Microsoft Great Plains partner in San Diego
✅ Moving up through certifications and discovering a love for training instead of programming
✅ Founding Training Dynamo nine years ago to focus on empowering users through education
✅ Helping clients bridge from GP to Business Central through process review and data cleanup
✅ Finding value in community connections with mentors like Kim Peterson and Anya Jucherski
✅ Emphasizing the importance of involving accounting teams in system transitions
✅ Growing from imposter syndrome to recognizing the value of specialized training skills
✅ Living near the beach in Connecticut with a love for making Mexican food and gardening

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✅ Find Amber Online:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amberjbell/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/trainingdynamo
X: https://x.com/trainingdynamo
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trainingdynamo
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trainingdynamo/

🔴Resources:
👉 Microsoft MVP YouTube Series – How to Become a Microsoft MVP – https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzf0yupPbVkqdRJDPVE4PtTlm6quDhiu7

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✅ 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/
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I’m Mark Smith – nz365guy – Helping people reach their full potential

I have been a Microsoft Business Applications MVP for over 13 years. I am passionate about helping people reach their full potential, through training, coaching and mentorship.

This year we’re adding a new show to our line up – The AI Advantage. We’ll discuss the skills you need to thrive in an AI-enabled world.

DynamicsMinds is a world-class event in Slovenia that brings together Microsoft product managers, industry leaders, and dedicated users to explore the latest in Microsoft Dynamics 365, the Power Platform, and Copilot.

Early bird tickets are on sale now and listeners of the Microsoft Innovation Podcast get 10% off with the code MIPVIP144bff
https://www.dynamicsminds.com/register/?voucher=MIPVIP144bff

Accelerate your Microsoft career with the 90 Day Mentoring Challenge

We’ve helped 1,300+ people across 70+ countries establish successful careers in the Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365 ecosystem.

Benefit from expert guidance, a supportive community, and a clear career roadmap. A lot can change in 90 days, get started today!

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

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM

From receptionist to Microsoft MVP: Amber Bell shares how embracing training instead of programming transformed her career. Sometimes the path you didn’t plan becomes your greatest strength. What unexpected turn changed your career?

🔴 For full Show Notes: https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/675

What You Will Learn:

Amber Bell shares her journey from receptionist at a GP partner to Microsoft MVP, discovering her passion for training and documentation along the way.

✅ Starting as a receptionist at a Microsoft Great Plains partner in San Diego
✅ Moving up through certifications and discovering a love for training instead of programming
✅ Founding Training Dynamo nine years ago to focus on empowering users through education
✅ Helping clients bridge from GP to Business Central through process review and data cleanup
✅ Finding value in community connections with mentors like Kim Peterson and Anya Jucherski
✅ Emphasizing the importance of involving accounting teams in system transitions
✅ Growing from imposter syndrome to recognizing the value of specialized training skills
✅ Living near the beach in Connecticut with a love for making Mexican food and gardening

Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nz365guy)

✅ Find Amber Online:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amberjbell/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/trainingdynamo
X: https://x.com/trainingdynamo
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trainingdynamo
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trainingdynamo/

🔴Resources:
👉 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/QNM5rhlRbNw

✅ 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 Business Applications MVP for over 13 years. I am passionate about helping people reach their full potential, through training, coaching and mentorship.

This year we’re adding a new show to our line up – The AI Advantage. We’ll discuss the skills you need to thrive in an AI-enabled world.

DynamicsMinds is a world-class event in Slovenia that brings together Microsoft product managers, industry leaders, and dedicated users to explore the latest in Microsoft Dynamics 365, the Power Platform, and Copilot.

Early bird tickets are on sale now and listeners of the Microsoft Innovation Podcast get 10% off with the code MIPVIP144bff
https://www.dynamicsminds.com/register/?voucher=MIPVIP144bff

Accelerate your Microsoft career with the 90 Day Mentoring Challenge

We’ve helped 1,300+ people across 70+ countries establish successful careers in the Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365 ecosystem.

Benefit from expert guidance, a supportive community, and a clear career roadmap. A lot can change in 90 days, get started today!

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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