This Week at Simply SharePoint

It’s been another huge week across Microsoft 365 — and this time, it’s all about AI and smarter ways of working. With Microsoft rolling out powerful new Copilot updates, I’m diving into what’s changing, how it affects your everyday work, and how you can start preparing right now.

🎙️ This week’s podcast episode and accompanying blog post take you through the October AI updates — including new Copilot features, design changes, and where Microsoft is heading next. It’s a must-listen (and read) for anyone trying to stay ahead of what’s coming in Microsoft 365.

💡 I’ve also released a brand-new download in the Digital Library: What Tool Should I Use? The Microsoft 365 Decision Tree — a visual guide that helps you pick the right app for every task. It’s part of the growing Quick Wins collection, with a new resource being added every week.

🎁 Free this week: grab a sneak peek of what’s coming in Quick Wins with the Workflow Cards Sample Pack — a set of visual guides showing real everyday solutions across SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams. It’s just a taste of the full card deck launching soon, and the perfect way to see how these visual resources simplify everyday Microsoft 365 tasks.

✍️ Over on the blog, don’t miss Stop Teaching SharePoint Features — a post on why it’s time to shift from feature-based training to real business scenarios that actually change how teams work.

Every week I’ll be adding new resources, templates, and tools to the Digital Library — from Quick Wins and reference cards to collaboration frameworks — so stay tuned for even more ways to simplify Microsoft 365.

🧭 New: “What Tool Should I Use?” — The Microsoft 365 Decision Tree

Ever wondered which Microsoft 365 app to use for a project, meeting, or document? This new visual quick-reference guide helps you choose the right tool every time — no more confusion between SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, and Planner.

• ✅ One-page visual decision tree to find the right app fast
• 💡 Simple explanations of what each Microsoft 365 tool does
• 📄 Real-world workflow examples you can apply immediately
• 📚 Included in the SharePoint Step-by-Step Membership with new Quick Wins added monthly

A quick win that saves hours of trial and error — start using the right tool for every task today.

🎁 Free Download: Simply 365 Workflow Cards (Sample Pack)

Get a sneak peek of my new Quick Wins series: easy, visual workflow cards that show end-to-end steps for everyday tasks in Microsoft 365 — SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams and more. This free sample is just a few of the cards coming soon.

• ✅ Clear, click-and-follow steps for real work scenarios
• ✅ Best-practice tips baked into each card
• ✅ Perfect for coaching users and standardising how your team works

This is a preview of a larger deck — more Quick Wins and reference cards are on the way, with new additions rolling into the Digital Library each month.

🔗 Latest from Simply SharePoint

This week we’re talking all things AI in Microsoft 365 — what’s new, what’s changing, and how it’s transforming the way we work. Plus, a practical post on shifting your SharePoint training approach to focus on real business outcomes.

🤖 October AI Update: The New Era of Microsoft 365
A breakdown of the latest Copilot updates, design changes, and new AI-driven features across SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams — plus what they mean for you and your organisation. 🎧 Listen to the full discussion on the Simply SharePoint Podcast.

🧩 Stop Teaching SharePoint Features
A reminder that SharePoint success isn’t about learning buttons and menus — it’s about showing people how to use the tools in real work scenarios. This post is packed with insight if you’re tired of feature-based training that doesn’t stick.

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✨ As usual, ending this newsletter with a little pop culture moment…

“By all means, move at a glacial pace — you know how that thrills me.”
— Miranda Priestly, reviewing your unorganised document library. 😏

A friendly reminder that structure, speed, and clarity never go out of style — even in SharePoint. Channel your inner Miranda and keep your libraries runway-ready. 💼✨

Liza | Simply SharePoint

“Simplifying SharePoint, one step at a time.”