The CollabTalk Podcast

For this episode, I spoke with Zack Oliva (@OLIVAGIBBSLLP), Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Oliva Gibbs LLP, on the the foundations of business expansion, including sustainable growth strategies, team-building, process optimization, and leveraging technology for scalability. You can find more information about my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/03/collabtalk-podcast-episode-1...

For this episode, I spoke with Michael Gannotti (@gannotti), a Principal Solutions Architect at Microsoft, on how AI, particularly Microsoft Copilot, is redefining workplace productivity by automating tasks, enhancing collaboration, and transforming business processes. We also discuss real-world impacts of AI adoption, integration with Microsoft 365 tools, and the challenges of trust, compliance,...

For this episode, I spoke with Sean McDonough (@spmcdonough from Akumina and Geoff Varosky (@gvaro) from Insight on the latest SharePoint updates, the March SharePoint Hackathon, Microsoft 365 Copilot enhancements, and new features in Teams, Lists, and SPFx. You can find more information about my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/03/collabtalk-podcast-episode-165-with-sean-mcdonou...

For this episode, I spoke with Kevin Eikenberry (@KevinEikenberry), Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group, on how adaptable leaders thrive in uncertainty by developing flexibility, refining decision-making, and leveraging communication strategies to navigate change effectively. You can find more information about my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/02/collabtalk-p...

For this episode, I spoke with Micah Remley (@robinpowered), CEO of Robin, a leading workplace management platform revolutionizing hybrid work, on how hybrid work is reshaping workplace culture, employee expectations, and office functionality. You can find more information about my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/02/collabtalk-podcast-episode-163-with-micah-remley/

For this episode, I outline my nine-part strategy for ensuring secure, efficient, and compliant collaboration within Microsoft 365 environments (and any other IT or business system). Listeners will gain practical insights into building scalable governance frameworks that balance business productivity with security, operational control, and evolving industry standards. You can find more information...

For this episode, I'm exploring why most companies fail at feedback by lacking clear processes, failing to act on input, and overcomplicating collection methods, while also highlighting best practices for building scalable, repeatable mechanisms that create lasting impact. You can find more information at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/01/collabtalk-podcast-episode-160-on-stakeholder-engagement-an...

For this episode, I spoke with Chris McNulty (@cmcnulty2000), Chief Marketing Officer at Synozur Alliance, on the business value of SharePoint Premium, highlighting its advanced content management, automation, and security features. You can find more information about my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/02/ollabtalk-podcast-episode-161-with-chris-mcnulty/

For this episode, I spoke with David Pileggi Jr. (@DavidPileggi), an occasional actor, content creator, and Sr. SharePoint Engineer at Staples, on how humor in the workplace can help you to build trust, drive engagement, and create a healthy company culture. You can find more information about my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/01/collabtalk-podcast-episode-159-with-david-pilegg...

For this episode, I spoke with Jodie Zerega (@jodie_zerega), Founder and Managing Director of Zerega Consulting, on how AI is transforming recruitment with innovative tools that streamline hiring, enhance candidate experiences, and reshape the future of talent acquisition. You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/01/collabtalk-podcast-episode-158-with-...

For this episode, I spoke with Kirsty McGrath (@KirstyMcGrath13), Managing Director at OnPoint Solutions, on how Microsoft Copilot is transforming personal and team productivity by automating repetitive tasks, enhancing creativity, and streamlining workflows in tools like Word, Excel, and Teams. You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/01/ollabtalk-pod...

For this episode, I spoke with Michael Meehan (/in/meehanmichaelj/), General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer of Howso, on how intellectual property (IP) serves as a cornerstone for innovation and competitive strategy in the modern business landscape, and its critical role in fostering sustainable business growth. You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/202...

For this episode, I spoke with Norm Young (@stormin_30), a Microsoft MVP, and Power Platform Solutions Architect at AvePoint, on key announcements from the recent Microsoft Ignite Conference in Chicago, including Copilot and the Power Platform. You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/12/collabtalk-podcast-episode-155-with-norm-young/

For this episode, I spoke with Galen Keene, CEO of Lion Tech Consulting, and Shari Oswald, MVP, MCT, and CEO of PowerUp! Learning, on their in-person takeaways from the Microsoft Ignite 2024 conference last month in Chicago. You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/12/collabtalk-podcast-episode-153-with-galen-keene-and-shari-oswald/

For this episode, we focused on insights and announcements from Microsoft Ignite 2024, exploring the evolving role of AI in business productivity, new tools in Microsoft 365, and updates in Azure services. You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/11/collabtalk-podcast-episode-152-with-sean-mcdonough-and-geoff-varosky/

For this episode, I spoke with Hussein Hallak (/IN/husseinhallak/), the Founder and CEO of Next Decentrum, on how AI and immersive technologies such as AR and VR are transforming business and education through sophisticated gamification strategies. You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/12/collabtalk-podcast-episode-154-with-hussein-hallak/

For this episode, I'm exploring the growing challenge of digital debt—technical inefficiencies that hinder workplace productivity—and how organizations can harness the power of AI to overcome these obstacles. You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/11/collabtalk-podcast-episode-151-on-overcoming-digital-debt-with-ai/

For this episode, I spoke with Ryan Chute (@wizardryanchute), an Entrepreneur, Marketer, and Partner with Wizard of Ads, a marketing services company, on the importance of persuasive communication in building stronger brands and teams, and the core principles of persuasion with techniques for crafting compelling messages. You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplane...

For this episode, I spoke with Shari Oswald (@shortcutshari), Owner and Principal of PowerUp! Learning, on what workplace productivity means in today’s evolving digital landscape, and how technology, especially Microsoft tools like Microsoft 365 and Power Platform, plays a crucial role in enhancing productivity at the individual, team, and organizational levels. You can find more information on my...

For this episode, I spoke with Josh Bloomfield (@bloomfieldj), Founder and CEO of Givecloud, on the evolution of fundraising, focusing on the digital transformation of donor engagement and the rise of community-driven models. You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/10/collabtalk-podcast-episode-148-with-josh-bloomfield/

For this episode, I joined fellow MVPs Abdul Kazi (@abdulkazi) and Chris Gill (@cgill) as a guest on their Come Cloud With Us (@ComeCloudWithUs) livestream to share guidance on what it means to create a scalable governance framework for managing Microsoft 365. You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/10/collabtalk-podcast-episode-147-on-creating-a-m365...

For this episode, I spoke with Norm Young (@stormin_30), a Microsoft MVP, and Power Platform Solutions Architect at AvePoint, on key announcements from the recent Power Platform Community Conference in Las Vegas, including Copilot Agents and Power Apps Plan Designer. You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/10/collabtalk-podcast-episode-146-with-norm-y...

For this episode, I spoke with fellow MVP Sean McDonough (@spmcdonough) and Geoff Varosky (@gvaro), on the latest Microsoft News from the recent Power Platform Community Conference (PPCC), including updates on Delve end-of-life, Copilot Agents, Office 2024, and more! You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/10/ollabtalk-podcast-episode-145-with-sean-mc...

For this episode, I'm exploring how integrating storytelling into internal communications can transform a company's culture, inspire employee engagement, and better align…. everyone. You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/10/collabtalk-podcast-episode-144-on-better-internal-storytelling/

For this episode, I spoke with Artug Acar, Chief Operating Officer at Mercury, on the strategic approaches organizations can take to successfully adopt new technologies and drive meaningful business transformation. You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/09/collabtalk-podcast-episode-143-with-artug-acar/