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Turn 8-Hour Tasks into 1-Hour Wins with AI

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Mastering Excel with AI tools like Copilot and Power BI can boost productivity. Aleksandar Grasic shows how data literacy and smart workflows cut hours off tasks for 300K+ professionals.

🔴 For full Show Notes: https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/714

🎙️ What You Will Learn:
What if mastering Excel could unlock superhuman productivity? In this episode, Aleksandar Grasic—founder of Outliers and a three-time Microsoft MVP—shares how he helped over 300,000 professionals transform their workflows using AI-powered tools and structured data literacy. From slashing 8-hour tasks to 1-hour wins, Aleksandar reveals how combining Excel, Power BI, and Copilot can revolutionize how we work. Whether you’re a tech leader or a data enthusiast, this conversation offers a roadmap to smarter, faster decision-making in the age of AI.

🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS
✅ Excel is still a powerhouse: Aleksandar explains how structured learning and tools like Power Query and Power Pivot can dramatically reduce time spent on data tasks.
✅ AI as a productivity partner: Tools like Copilot and ChatGPT should be used to enhance—not replace—human expertise, especially in presentation and data analysis workflows.
✅ Data literacy is essential: Increasing data literacy by even 30% across teams can significantly improve decision-making and adaptability in AI-driven environments.
✅ Localized impact, global relevance: Outliers has educated over 300,000 professionals in the Balkan region, proving that regional language content can drive massive engagement.
✅ Bridging users and developers: Aleksandar acts as a feedback conduit between Microsoft’s development teams and real-world users, influencing tools like Copilot in Word and Excel.

✅ Find Aleksandar Online:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksandar-grasic-2b85ba3b
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/excel.grasic/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/excel.grasic
X (Twitter): https://x.com/aleksandar_gras
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@excel.grasic?lang=en
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/alexandergrasic
Threads: https://www.threads.com/@excel.grasic?xmt=AQF006n1NM_QCn29U9Qwz9r8zdEiKJQTKMhKFG5wQQjRG0c
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRybnQl1w3T4Ha_vzy8GJJQ
Personal blog or website: https://excelgrasic.com

🧰 RESOURCES MENTIONED
👉 Outliers Education Platform – https://outliers.rs
👉 Microsoft MVP Program – https://mvp.microsoft.com
👉 Microsoft Copilot – https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/copilot
👉 Power BI – https://powerbi.microsoft.com
👉 Power Query & Power Pivot in Excel – https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/excel
👉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

✅ Let’s Connect:
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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.

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

Mastering Excel with AI tools like Copilot and Power BI can boost productivity. Aleksandar Grasic shows how data literacy and smart workflows cut hours off tasks for 300K+ professionals.

🔴 For full Show Notes: https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/714

🎙️ What You Will Learn:
What if mastering Excel could unlock superhuman productivity? In this episode, Aleksandar Grasic—founder of Outliers and a three-time Microsoft MVP—shares how he helped over 300,000 professionals transform their workflows using AI-powered tools and structured data literacy. From slashing 8-hour tasks to 1-hour wins, Aleksandar reveals how combining Excel, Power BI, and Copilot can revolutionize how we work. Whether you’re a tech leader or a data enthusiast, this conversation offers a roadmap to smarter, faster decision-making in the age of AI.

🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS
✅ Excel is still a powerhouse: Aleksandar explains how structured learning and tools like Power Query and Power Pivot can dramatically reduce time spent on data tasks.
✅ AI as a productivity partner: Tools like Copilot and ChatGPT should be used to enhance—not replace—human expertise, especially in presentation and data analysis workflows.
✅ Data literacy is essential: Increasing data literacy by even 30% across teams can significantly improve decision-making and adaptability in AI-driven environments.
✅ Localized impact, global relevance: Outliers has educated over 300,000 professionals in the Balkan region, proving that regional language content can drive massive engagement.
✅ Bridging users and developers: Aleksandar acts as a feedback conduit between Microsoft’s development teams and real-world users, influencing tools like Copilot in Word and Excel.

✅ Find Aleksandar Online:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksandar-grasic-2b85ba3b
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/excel.grasic/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/excel.grasic
X (Twitter): https://x.com/aleksandar_gras
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@excel.grasic?lang=en
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/alexandergrasic
Threads: https://www.threads.com/@excel.grasic?xmt=AQF006n1NM_QCn29U9Qwz9r8zdEiKJQTKMhKFG5wQQjRG0c
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRybnQl1w3T4Ha_vzy8GJJQ
Personal blog or website: https://excelgrasic.com

🧰 RESOURCES MENTIONED
👉 Outliers Education Platform – https://outliers.rs
👉 Microsoft MVP Program – https://mvp.microsoft.com
👉 Microsoft Copilot – https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/copilot
👉 Power BI – https://powerbi.microsoft.com
👉 Power Query & Power Pivot in Excel – https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/excel
👉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/0rVLafywHu0

✅ 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.

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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