Beyond the Prompt: Mastering Microsoft Copilot for Real Productivity with Jess Stratton [MVP]

Episode notes

Jess Stratton shares her unique career journey from independent Lotus Notes developer to one of the world's most recognized Microsoft 365 educators. After joining LinkedIn Learning, she created training for millions of learners while continuously adapting to Microsoft's rapidly evolving ecosystem. Today, as a Microsoft MVP, TEDx speaker, author, and founder of Nerd Girl Jess LLC, she focuses on helping organizations move beyond simply using Microsoft Copilot toward fundamentally changing the way people work. Her story highlights how continuous learning, curiosity, and community can create extraordinary career opportunities in technology. WHY COPILOT ADOPTION FAILS IN MANY ORGANIZATIONS Buying Microsoft Copilot licenses is only the beginning. Jess explains that many organizations invest heavily in AI but struggle to demonstrate measurable business value because employees are taught where Copilot's buttons are instead of learning how AI actually improves their daily work.

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