If there isn't a seat at the table, we build our own: How Women in Power is changing tech communities

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM  FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/683 Danielle Moon shares her journey founding Women in Power, a community that grew from noticing just eight women among 80 professionals at a Microsoft event to a thriving global network of 930+ members in less than a year. TAKEAWAYS • Starting with vulnerability and a "just start" mentality rather than waiting for perfect conditions • Building a community focused on connecting women across geographical boundaries who often experience isolation in their tech teams • Creating mentoring rings, skill-building opportunities, and networking events worldwide • Addressing the tendency for women to operate as "lone wolves" rather than leveraging collective strength • Evolving beyond the Power Platform to emphasize soft skills that remain valuable in an AI-centered world • Encouraging cross-learning between technical experts and those with relationship-building strengths • Celebrating small victories while aiming for world domination Whether you"re a Power Platform professional seeking community or someone interested in building more inclusive tech spaces, this conversation offers valuable insights on creating tables where everyone can thrive. How might you apply these community-building principles in your professional sphere? OTHER RESOURCES: 👉Women in Power (Platform): https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14423833/   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 show If you want to get in touch with me, you can message me here on Linkedin. Thanks for listening 🚀 - Mark Smith