Kim Brian – Power Platform Solution Architect

Kim Brian – Power Platform Solution Architect

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  • Things I Wish I Knew as a Power Platform Developer (From a Solution Architect Who’s Been There)

    Things I Wish I Knew as a Power Platform Developer (From a Solution Architect Who’s Been There)

    April 18, 2025
    Personal Growth, Power Platform, Technical Skills

    If you’re a Power Platform developer deep in flows, components, and custom connectors—you’re my kind of person. I’ve been there, troubleshooting infinite loops, reverse-engineering formulas, and pushing limits to deliver cool things on tight timelines. But now, wearing the Solution Architect hat, I see things differently. Not because the code isn’t important (it is), but…

  • 🔍 What is Azure AI Foundry? A Practical Analogy for Business Leaders and Builders

    🔍 What is Azure AI Foundry? A Practical Analogy for Business Leaders and Builders

    April 16, 2025
    Demystifying, General AI, Technical Skills

    If you’ve ever led a project involving data, AI, or even just wrangling multiple teams to work together, you’ll know this feeling: So many tools. So many silos. So much potential—if only it could all come together. That’s exactly the gap Azure AI Foundry is designed to bridge. It’s the advanced AI solution within Microsoft…

  • Actionable ideas on How to Give 100% of Your 30% on Low-Energy Days

    Actionable ideas on How to Give 100% of Your 30% on Low-Energy Days

    April 14, 2025
    Personal Growth

    High performance isn’t about always being at your best; it’s about knowing how to show up, even when you’re not. Some days, you wake up feeling like you only have 30% to give. The key is learning how to channel that 30% into what truly matters, making the most of it rather than pushing yourself…

  • AI Isn’t Just Saving Time — It’s Accelerating Time to Value

    AI Isn’t Just Saving Time — It’s Accelerating Time to Value

    April 11, 2025
    Efficiency, General AI

    When we talk about AI in the workplace, we often focus on productivity: fewer hours, faster documents, smarter reports. But what we often overlook is the broader, more powerful benefit: AI drastically shortens the time between idea and outcome. This is the real value of AI. It accelerates not just how we work, but how…

  • It’s Not AI That Will Take Your Job — It’s Someone Who Knows How to Use It That Will

    It’s Not AI That Will Take Your Job — It’s Someone Who Knows How to Use It That Will

    April 9, 2025
    Copilot, Demystifying, General AI, Personal Growth

    We’ve all heard the headline: “AI will take your job.” But that’s not the full picture. As an expert Microsoft consultant working across a wide range of industries and solutions, I’ve seen a different trend emerging: AI isn’t replacing people. It’s amplifying those who know how to use it. AI is accelerating productivity, creativity, and…

  • The Canvas App Theming Cheat Sheet for New Developers

    The Canvas App Theming Cheat Sheet for New Developers

    April 7, 2025
    Power Apps, Technical Skills

    Alright, budding Power Platform developers, gather ’round! 🌟 As a seasoned Power Platform Solution Architect, I can tell you: creating apps that not only look good but also work well for everyone, including users with disabilities, is a game-changer. And it all starts with theming and accessibility standards. But don’t worry—I won’t leave you hanging…

  • The Missing Ingredient: Why Commercial Acumen Sets the Best Consultants Apart

    The Missing Ingredient: Why Commercial Acumen Sets the Best Consultants Apart

    April 4, 2025
    Leadership, Personal Growth

    When I look at the consultants who truly excel in our field, one key factor separates them from the rest: commercial acumen. It’s not just about knowing the technology inside out—it’s about understanding how solutions drive business value, influence decision-making, and align with broader strategic goals. I’ve worked with brilliant developers who can build anything,…

  • Building Better Negotiations with Strategic Conversations

    Building Better Negotiations with Strategic Conversations

    April 2, 2025
    Leadership, Personal Growth

    We’ve all been there—you walk into a meeting full of optimism, only to leave feeling like nothing was accomplished. 🤦♂️ Time wasted, tensions high, and no real progress made. The truth is, effective strategic conversations and negotiations aren’t just about preparation—they’re about practice, perspective, and understanding human behavior. The Art of Strategic Conversations 🎯 Strategic…

  • Why You Should Say “Please” and “Thank You” to Your Chatbots

    Why You Should Say “Please” and “Thank You” to Your Chatbots

    March 31, 2025
    Copilot, Demystifying, General AI

    It’s not just about ensuring AI will spare you in the robot apocalypse—though, hey, it can’t hurt. There’s a really good reason why you should be polite to your AI assistants, and it has nothing to do with teaching robots manners or avoiding Skynet-level doom. It’s about getting the best possible responses from them. You’ve…

  • Power Automate Performance Optimization: Reducing Run Times, Handling Errors, and Scaling Workflows

    Power Automate Performance Optimization: Reducing Run Times, Handling Errors, and Scaling Workflows

    March 28, 2025
    Efficiency, Power Platform, Technical Skills

    Power Automate is a fantastic tool for automating business processes, but as workflows grow in complexity, they can become slow, error-prone, and difficult to scale. Optimizing performance is key to ensuring your flows run efficiently and reliably. In this article, we’ll explore practical strategies to reduce run times, handle errors effectively, and scale workflows to…

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Kim Brian – Power Platform Solution Architect

Kim Brian – Power Platform Solution Architect

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