From Receptionist to MVP with Amber Bell

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/674Amber Bell shares her journey from receptionist at a GP partner to Microsoft MVP, discovering her passion for training and documentation along the way.TAKEAWAYS• Starting as a receptionist at a Microsoft Great Plains partner in San Diego• Moving up through certifications and discovering a love for training instead of programming• Founding Training Dynamo nine years ago to focus on empowering users through education• Helping clients bridge from GP to Business Central through process review and data cleanup• Finding value in community connections with mentors like Kim Peterson and Anya Jucherski• Emphasizing the importance of involving accounting teams in system transitions• Growing from imposter syndrome to recognizing the value of specialized training skills• Living near the beach in Connecticut with a love for making Mexican food and gardeningIf you have not checked it out already, I do a YouTube series called How to Become an MVP. The link is in the show notes.OTHER RESOURCES: 👉Microsoft MVP YouTube Series - How to Become a Microsoft MVP This year we're adding a new show to our line up - The AI Advantage. We'll discuss the skills you need to thrive in an AI-enabled world. DynamicsMinds is a world-class event in Slovenia that brings together Microsoft product managers, industry leaders, and dedicated users to explore the latest in Microsoft Dynamics 365, the Power Platform, and Copilot.Early bird tickets are on sale now and listeners of the Microsoft Innovation Podcast get 10% off with the code MIPVIP144bff https://www.dynamicsminds.com/register/?voucher=MIPVIP144bff Accelerate your Microsoft career with the 90 Day Mentoring Challenge We’ve helped 1,300+ people across 70+ countries establish successful careers in the Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365 ecosystem.Benefit from expert guidance, a supportive community, and a clear career roadmap. A lot can change in 90 days, get started today!Support the showIf you want to get in touch with me, you can message me here on Linkedin.Thanks for listening 🚀 - Mark Smith