
The Secrets of Learning & Development
Our podcast is designed for business leaders, managers, consultants, industry experts, and individuals who are passionate about driving change and promoting growth in their organisations or personal development.
Each episode will delve into crucial topics such as mindset recalibration, visibility, and strategic planning. We will have insightful conversations about change management and innovative initiatives that can transform your approach to learning and development.
Our aim is to equip you with valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your leadership skills, business acumen, and personal growth. We are focusing on our leaders and professional guests' unique journeys and the key moments that have shaped their careers. We are passionate about sharing stories that inspire, educate, and ignite a spark within our listeners
Join us on this journey as we unlock the secrets to success in the dynamic world of learning and development.
Stay tuned and get ready to be inspired!
Host Information:
Julia Bend
Executive Career Coach
https://www.premier-coaching.co.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-bend-premier-coaching
Valerie Merrill
Learning & Development Trainer & Advisor
https://www.merrillconsultants.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/merrillvalerie/
The Secrets of Learning & Development
M365 Copilot: Your AI Assistant for a Smarter Workday
If you enjoyed this podcast, we'd love to hear from you!
In this episode of The Secrets of Learning and Development, Julia and Valerie explore Copilot for Microsoft 365, an AI-powered assistant designed to help professionals work smarter, not harder. Valerie explains how M365 Copilot enhances productivity by automating repetitive tasks, managing emails, scheduling meetings, and improving collaboration—all within the familiar Microsoft 365 environment.
They discuss practical features like the Work and Web tabs, which help organise daily tasks and online activities, and the Agents feature, which enables users to set up automated assistants to streamline workflows. With real-world examples, Valerie breaks down how M365 Copilot can save time, improve efficiency, and support better decision-making.
Tune in to find out how this tool can simplify your workday and help you focus on what really matters.
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