Achieving MVP Status Through Community and Innovation with Villem Heinsalu
Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/636 Meet Villem Heinsalu, a seasoned Dynamics 365 Business Central developer from Estonia, who shares his journey from a traditional partner role to becoming a freelance MVP developer. With a newborn son and a passion for simple yet well-made food and paddle tennis, Villem offers a rich tapestry of personal insights intertwined with professional wisdom. This episode promises to unpack the nuances of freelancing, the art of self-promotion, and the delicate balance of managing freelance projects alongside a full-time job. Villem’s transition into entrepreneurship, spurred by opportunities on LinkedIn, provides an authentic narrative to anyone considering a similar path.We also dive into the dynamics of customer relationships in the ERP sphere and explore long-term service models that extend beyond initial implementations. Villem candidly discusses pricing strategies, the challenges of overdue payments, and the immense value of community contributions on his journey to becoming a Microsoft MVP. Discover how achieving MVP status can enhance professional visibility, and get practical advice for aspiring MVPs who aim to impact the community with originality and generosity. Whether you're curious about freelancing or aiming for MVP recognition, Villem's story provides both inspiration and actionable guidance for navigating the evolving landscape of the tech industry.In 2024, we celebrated seven years of the Microsoft Business Applications podcast. Now, we step into 2025 with a fresh new name. Welcome to the Microsoft Innovation podcast! Our new name reflects a broader vision, exploring the intersection of people, business, technology, and AI. Justin WelshJustin Welsh’s LinkedIn Operating System—the guide to finding your voice on LinkedIn.Support the showIf you want to get in touch with me, you can message me here on Linkedin.Thanks for listening 🚀 - Mark Smith
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The Microsoft Business Applications Podcast is an education, technology, business and career podcast for the Power Platform, Dynamics 365, and those that work with these digital transformation tools. The format is guest interviews with Microsoft, Community, and experts who work with Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Dataverse and Power Virtual Agents. The podcast has three shows that are released twice weekly. #Power365Show #PowerPlatformShow #MVPShow https://podcast.nz365guy.com