In this episode of the Power Hour Podcast, I interview EY Kalman, a Fast Track Recognized Power Platform Solution Architect, who shares his journey into the Power Platform space. We discuss the evolution of the Power Platform, the significance of being a Solution Architect, and the skills that separate good solution architects from great ones.

Check out EY on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thecrmninja/

00:00 Introduction to EY Kalman and His Journey

03:07 The Evolution of Power Platform and Lessons Learned

06:00 Becoming a Fast Track Recognized Solution Architect

11:57 The Value of Fast Track Recognition in the Industry

15:10 What Separates Good Solution Architects from Great Ones

19:00 Learning and Development in the Power Platform Space

22:54 Transitioning from Citizen Developer to Enterprise Architect

25:33 Embracing a Learning Mindset

26:24 Establishing Governance in Power Platform

28:35 Understanding Data and Its Importance

30:43 The Role of Data in Power Platform

33:13 The Future of Power Platform

35:34 Navigating Career Paths in Tech

39:19 The Intricacies of Contracting

41:18 Balancing Work and Personal Life

43:16 Pushing Personal Limits

47:43 Defining Happiness

50:47 Where to connect with EY Kalman