Sarah Jones is an experienced recruiter in Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform.  In this conversation with Rory Neary, shes explores the Power Platform community through the lens of a recruiter, explaining their role of recruiters, and the various pathways into careers within this space. They reminisce about their personal journeys, the importance of networking, and the value of mentorship. Sarah shares insights on the evolving job market and the significance of being authentic in one's career. The discussion also highlights the joy of community engagement and the impact of user groups, while concluding with personal reflections and musical moments.

Takeaways

• Connections within the Power Platform community are vital.
• Recruiters provide valuable insights into the job market.
• Authenticity is key in career development.
• The Power Platform community is known for its welcoming nature.
• There are diverse pathways into Power Platform careers.
• Effort and initiative are essential for career advancement.
• Mentorship programs play a crucial role in professional growth.
• User groups remain relevant and beneficial for networking.
• Matching candidates with the right roles is important for success.
• Learning from failures is a part of personal growth.

Links

Sarah Jones Linkedin (2) Sarah Jones | LinkedIn

Misfits podcast Voices Rising: Women in Tech, User Groups & the Future of AI Security

Power Platform High Five Community (2) Power Platform Community High Five: Posts | LinkedIn

Howdan Rashid podcast Navigating Recruiters in the Power Platform space: Power Hour Podcast #4 - Sarah Jones

Architects accelerator Untethered 365 | Power Platform Solutions Architect training

Manchester AI user group Manchester AI User Group | Meetup

Experts live user group Experts Live UK | Meetup

Christmas song for Sarah

Sound Bites

• "You should be authentically you in your career."
• "User groups are still relevant and valuable."
• "You learn and grow through trying and failing."

Chapters

00:00 Building Connections in Power Platform Community

05:36 The Role of Recruiters in Power Platform

11:11 Sarah's Journey into Recruitment

16:44 Navigating the Power Platform Landscape

22:24 Matching Candidates with Opportunities

28:08 Advice for Aspiring Power Platform Professionals

33:35 Cultural Differences in User Groups

35:02 The Rise of Mentoring Programs

36:23 Learning Through SWOT Analysis

38:21 Embracing Failure as a Learning Tool

42:44 Community Engagement and Podcasting

43:11 Spotlighting Innovative Community Leaders

45:36 Addressing Skill Shortages in the Industry

48:16 Celebrating Personal Achievements

48:40 Empowering Women in Tech

54:16 Musical Reflections and Personal Connections