Want to build a long, successful career in the Microsoft Dynamics 365 world?

In this episode of FormusPro's D365 Shot First, Charlie and Phil share proven tips for future-proofing your career in Dynamics 365, Power Platform, Business Central, and the wider Microsoft ecosystem.

They cover the skills, mindset, and strategies that help consultants, solution architects, and developers stay relevant, even as technology changes.

Drawing on decades of real-world project delivery experience, we get into what really matters in consulting and how to stand out in the Microsoft community.

🔥 What you’ll learn in this episode:

- How to balance technical skills with soft skills for long-term success

- Why balance, passion, and networking are critical to career growth

- The importance of certifications, qualifications, and provable knowledge

- Building your professional profile through user groups and Microsoft events

- How to gather accurate requirements and avoid common data quality mistakes

- The role of solution architecture in creating sustainable, supportable solutions

- Real consultant stories about delegation, problem solving, and client engagement

- Why being “a nice human” is an underrated but powerful career strategy

Whether you work in Dynamics 365 Business Central, Dynamics 365 CE, Power Platform, or DevOps, this episode will help you stay relevant, in-demand, and future-ready.

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