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In this episode of Power Talks, Griffin talks with Simon Owen on his career journey and how he might encourage you to not have a career plan. Speaking for myself, I want to control and map out my future but I'm consistently reminded how that is not very wise. As a Microsoft MVP, Simon shares his experience, his Power Platform journey, and why he loves building communities. Check out the heartwarming conversation to see how you can live a better life at work and love what you do with a passion.

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Who is Simon?Today, we’re joined by Simon Owen, Power Platform Governance and Enablement SME at Avanade. With a career spanning industries like Oil & Gas, Pharmaceuticals, and IT, Simon has mastered the art of blending governance, enablement, and community building. From leading a digital transformation program at GSK—growing a Power Platform community of 4,500 makers—to defining scalable governance models at Avanade, Simon is dedicated to creating impactful solutions and empowering individuals.

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Feeling pressured to map out your entire technology career plan? You’re not alone. In this episode of #PowerTalks, we challenge the idea that a rigid career plan is necessary for success. Discover how organic career growth can lead to unexpected opportunities, whether you're transitioning between industries like Oil & Gas, Pharma, or Enterprise Tech, or scaling Power Platform adoption within an organization. We dive into building internal Power Platform communities, effective governance models, and how to balance innovation with compliance. Plus, learn how Microsoft’s Power Champ recognition validates the impact of community leadership. Whether you're exploring low-code development, AI automation, or enterprise governance, this episode provides actionable insights to future-proof your career—without the stress of a fixed plan.

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Video Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

00:48 - Career Plan

07:00 - Mapping Out the Future

10:56 - Transferable Skills

15:40 - Communities

28:00 - Microsoft MVP

35:00 - Growing Communities

40:00 - Governance

46:53 - After Hours Happy Hour

53:30 - Connect with Simon