TGIF 9/27/2024 - Edition 172

I am thrilled that my alma mater, the University of Puget Sound, provided an opportunity to spotlight my career journey. Reflecting on my career path, I am reminded of the incredible value of networking, continuous learning, and the solid foundation provided by my liberal arts education.

Key Insights from my journey:

• Networking: Building genuine connections has been crucial. It’s not just about adding contacts but about learning and growing together.
• Career Path: From an intern to a leadership role at Microsoft, my journey has been dynamic and rewarding, blending my passion for technology with sales and business strategy.
• Education: The critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills I developed at Puget Sound have been invaluable throughout my career.
• LinkedIn Tips: A strong profile with a compelling headline, summary, and professional picture can make a significant impact.

I am grateful for the opportunity to give back to the Puget Sound community by sharing my experiences and helping students and professionals alike to level up their skills.

Thank you Sara Winland , Kris Hay , Maya Herran and the many other career advisors for providing this spotlight.

Check out the full spotlight on my journey here:

??https://ces.pugetsound.edu/blog/2024/09/24/alumni-spotlights-brian-galicia-96-of-microsoft/

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Partner Center Technical Corner: September 2024 edition

https://partner.microsoft.com/en-US/blog/article/partner-center-technical-corner-September-2024-edition

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Microsoft Trustworthy AI: Unlocking human potential starts with trust

https://blogs.microsoft.com/blog/2024/09/24/microsoft-trustworthy-ai-unlocking-human-potential-starts-with-trust/

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This technical blog focuses on the unique needs of ISVs and startups on Azure such as SaaS, multi-tenancy, cloud native and multi-cloud solutions.

https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/azure-for-isv-and-startups/bg-p/AzureforISVandStartupsTechnicalBlog

Check out past #ISVSuccessLive conversations where we share insights from various Microsoft Biz Apps ISVs. Please subscribe to https://aka.ms/isvsuccesslive to see all past events and follow the hashtag #ISVSuccessLive.

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"A conversation is a dance that requires partners to be in sync — it’s a mutual push-and-pull that unfolds over time. Just as the way we ask questions can facilitate trust and the sharing of information — so, too, can the way we answer them."

https://hbr.org/2018/05/the-surprising-power-of-questions

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Leading with Curiosity, Generosity, and Deep Sales Best Practices

https://www.dhirubhai.net/business/sales/blog/real-sales/how-lisa-gudding-sells-leading-with-curiosity-generosity-and-deep-sales-best-practices

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