Episode 005: Sarah Jones - How to get recruited into Microsoft Power Platform
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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
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