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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. 
đź§° 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 
👉Joshua's Speaking Engagement: https://namctsummit.com/speakers-1  
👉Joshua's GitHub: https://github.com/joshjones-jp  
Microsoft 365 Copilot Adoption is a Microsoft Press book for leaders and consultants. It shows how to identify high-value use cases, set guardrails, enable champions, and measure impact, so Copilot sticks. Practical frameworks, checklists, and metrics you can use this month. Get the book: https://bit.ly/CopilotAdoption
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If you want to get in touch with me, you can message me here on Linkedin.
Thanks for listening 🚀 - Mark Smith
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Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM 
  
🎙️ FULL SHOW NOTES 
https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/732
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. 
đź§° 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 
👉Joshua's Speaking Engagement: https://namctsummit.com/speakers-1  
👉Joshua's GitHub: https://github.com/joshjones-jp  
Microsoft 365 Copilot Adoption is a Microsoft Press book for leaders and consultants. It shows how to identify high-value use cases, set guardrails, enable champions, and measure impact, so Copilot sticks. Practical frameworks, checklists, and metrics you can use this month. Get the book: https://bit.ly/CopilotAdoption
Support the show
If you want to get in touch with me, you can message me here on Linkedin.
Thanks for listening 🚀 - Mark Smith

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