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Microsoft 365 Copilot is rolling out across organizations worldwide, promising unprecedented productivity gains. Yet there’s a hidden danger many companies aren’t prepared for. Years of casual SharePoint sharing have created exposure risks that AI is about to amplify in ways you may never have imagined.

In this episode, I unpack the critical difference between SharePoint’s “Share” and “Copy Link” buttons—a simple misunderstanding that’s creating massive security risks as AI enters the workplace. You’ll hear how oversharing has led to data breaches, competitive intelligence leaks, and compliance violations, and what you can do to avoid them.

You’ll learn why most users unknowingly expose sensitive data with every “Copy Link” click, the three ways Copilot amplifies oversharing risks—including “ghost files” and permission inheritance traps—real stories of organizations that discovered hidden exposure through AI-generated reports, a simple three-question test to guide every sharing decision, and a clear step-by-step action plan to prepare for Copilot deployment.

The key takeaway is simple: organizations that clean up their sharing practices now will unlock AI’s full potential safely. Those that don’t will spend their time dealing with data breaches instead of enjoying productivity gains.

Don’t let convenience turn into a security nightmare. This episode could save your organization from an AI-amplified data disaster.

Resources mentioned include the free Copilot Security Quick-Start Guide (for newsletter subscribers), the SharePoint sharing audit checklist, and advanced governance strategies for AI readiness.

This episode is perfect for IT professionals, business leaders, compliance officers, and anyone using Microsoft 365 for collaboration.

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In this short episode, I talk about the new features in Excel Copilot — and why they matter so much to me. I have dyscalculia, a learning difference that makes numbers incredibly difficult. For most of my career, Excel has been the tool that left me behind. I can’t hold more than four digits of a phone number in my head, I still count on my fingers, and sevens and nines in the times tables? They’ve never stuck. Spreadsheets have always taken me longer.

But now, with Microsoft Copilot in Excel, I finally have a way to work in language, not formulas. And that’s a breakthrough not just for me, but for anyone who has ever stared at an Excel formula bar in frustration.

This eBook is designed to show you exactly how Copilot can transform SharePoint metadata cleanup — turning messy exports into clear insights, without the headache of formulas or pivot tables.

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Is Artificial Intelligence a threat to your career, or is it the most powerful tool you'll ever have? In this episode, we cut through the hype and get to the facts by breaking down a groundbreaking new study from Microsoft Research that analysed over 200,000 real-world AI interactions.

Join us as we translate the academic findings into a practical guide for today's professional. You will learn:

• The real story behind AI's role in the workplace—is it a replacement or a collaborator?
• Which specific jobs and tasks are being impacted the most right now.
• Real-world examples of how AI is being used to draft project plans, summarise meetings, and accelerate analysis.
• The "Mindset, Skillset, and Toolset" framework: a clear, actionable plan to not just survive, but thrive in the age of AI.

If you want to move past the headlines and build a future-proof career, this episode is your essential starting point.

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Copilot is transforming the way we work – but with all its power, comes one big question: Are you absolutely sure it won’t surface the wrong thing?

In this episode of Simply SharePoint, we break down the real truth about Copilot and security. You’ll learn why Copilot doesn’t override permissions – but also why every forgotten sharing link, outdated draft, or “everyone in the organisaation” folder could suddenly matter more than ever.

Then, we flip the script and get excited about what Copilot can do: drafting emails from meeting notes, turning messy brainstorms into clean task lists, summarising 50-page reports in seconds, and even transforming documents into podcast-style audio overviews.

Finally, we wrap up with five actionable steps you can take this week to tighten your environment, safeguard sensitive content, and set Copilot up for success.

Whether you’re an IT pro, a SharePoint owner, or just curious about how AI will change your daily workflow, this episode will give you both the caution and the inspiration you need to embrace Copilot with confidence.

Listen now and make sure your AI is serving up magic – not mayhem.

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In this episode, Liza introduces the 5-Day SharePoint Reset, a fast, practical, and stress-free way to get your SharePoint environment under control—no massive overhaul required. Born from real workplace frustration and chaos (yes, including those dreaded "final_final_final" file names), this approach is tailored for busy teams dealing with inherited mess, deeply nested folders, and inconsistent practices.

You’ll learn:

• Why most SharePoint advice doesn’t work in the real world
• The rip-and-replace myth and how it sets teams up to fail
• What strategic improvements are and why they’re your best bet
• The five small daily actions that make a massive difference—starting with a five-minute scan
• How targeted changes to views, folders, metadata, and staging areas can instantly boost productivity
• The surprising way this reset also prepares you for Copilot Readiness

Liza shares real success stories from teams who went from digital chaos to clarity in just five days, and reveals how this reset lays the foundation for her upcoming course: Fix the Mess – SharePoint Cleanup for Real Workspaces. You'll also get a sneak peek at the Copilot Mini Assessment, designed to get your site Copilot-ready without the overwhelm.

🧰 Want to start your own reset?
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If SharePoint’s been slowing your team down, this episode is your starting point for fixing it—without flipping your entire workplace upside down.

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Staring at your screen wondering whether to create that project in Teams, SharePoint, or Loop? You're not alone. Microsoft 365's abundance of tools has created a hidden productivity crisis: decision paralysis that's costing organisations millions in lost time and frustration.

In this episode, we dive deep into what I call 'The Microsoft 365 Tool Chaos' – that overwhelming feeling when you have too many options and no clear guidance. You'll discover why having more tools doesn't automatically make you more productive and often does the opposite.

What You'll Learn:
• The real cost of tool selection confusion (it's higher than you think)
• Why Microsoft's integration strategy actually increases confusion
• The simple 3-question framework that eliminates decision paralysis forever
• 5 common workplace scenarios with exact tool recommendations
• How to implement team agreements that end tool chaos

Perfect for: Knowledge workers, team leaders, and anyone who's ever spent 20 minutes deciding where to store a document or create a project workspace.

The Bottom Line: Stop spending more time choosing tools than using them. By the end of this episode, you'll have a clear decision framework that transforms Microsoft 365 from overwhelming to empowering.

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Microsoft Copilot is rolling out now, but most SharePoint environments aren't ready for AI. In this episode, Liza Tinker reveals why your current SharePoint setup will likely fail with Copilot and what you can do about it.

Discover the critical information architecture foundations that make AI effective, learn how to finally resolve the folders vs. metadata debate with hybrid approaches that work, and get practical strategies from real client implementations.

From marketing teams finding campaign templates in seconds to HR departments enabling intelligent policy discovery, you'll hear exactly how proper information architecture transforms both human productivity and AI effectiveness.

Whether you're a SharePoint administrator, IT professional, or business owner responsible for Microsoft 365, this episode provides the roadmap for building SharePoint environments that don't just survive the AI revolution—they thrive in it.

Plus, learn about the new comprehensive guide that's helping organisations prepare their information architecture for Copilot success.

Key Topics:

• Why most SharePoint environments fail with Microsoft Copilot
• The three pillars of AI-ready information architecture
• Hybrid folder and metadata strategies that actually work
• Real-world implementation examples and quick wins
• How to audit your current SharePoint for AI readiness

Ready to future-proof your SharePoint? This episode shows you exactly how to get started.

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Tired of feeling lost and frustrated in Microsoft 365?

This episode of the Simply SharePoint Podcast is for you! This week I'm tackling a critical issue in the modern workplace: why so much Microsoft 365 training falls short, leaving millions of users struggling to harness the platform's incredible power.

We'll dive deep into the daily frustrations of not knowing how to effectively use tools like Teams, OneDrive and SharePoint, leading to wasted time and lost productivity. But don't worry, I'm not just pointing out problems – I'm offering solutions!

Get ready to discover the often-overlooked, yet incredibly powerful, world of SharePoint Views. I'll reveal why they're truly my secret weapon for transforming chaotic document libraries into organised, intuitive information hubs, allowing you to find what you need faster and work smarter.

Beyond views, I'll clarify the essential differences between Teams, OneDrive and SharePoint, guiding you on where to save your files for optimal collaboration and personal efficiency. Plus, you'll learn practical strategies for setting up logical and user-friendly folder structures that eliminate the "where did that go?" dilemma.

If you're an end-user yearning for clarity, an IT professional seeking to boost adoption, or a business leader looking to maximise your M365 investment, this episode is a must-listen! Tune in to unlock the full potential of Microsoft 365 and reclaim countless hours in your workday.