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In this episode, Paul sits down with renowned data strategist Khaled Chowdhury to unpack what it means to bring clarity to data in the age of AI. With a background in FP&A and a track record as an early Power BI adopter, Khaled brings a rare blend of financial and technical expertise. The conversation explores the concept of "data clarity," the challenges behind AI adoption in business, and why clean data models matter more than ever.Khaled Chowdhury is a globally recognized expert in data strategy and the founder of Data Crafters. With roots in FP&A, Khaled was among the first to integrate Power BI into planning workflows. Today, he helps executives and teams transition from data chaos to clarity, particularly as AI transforms the business landscape.Expect to Learn:What “data clarity” really means and why it matters for business decisions.The two big barriers preventing organizations from becoming data-driven.What the “AI paradox” is and why 95% of enterprise AI projects fail.Why your data model is the hidden make-or-break factor in using AI tools.How to think about probabilistic vs. deterministic results in AI systems.Khaled Chowdhury and Paul Barnhurst offer a thought-provoking exploration of how data and AI are reshaping decision-making in the modern enterprise. From breaking down the myths of being data-driven to unpacking the AI paradox, their conversation highlights the growing need for clean data, smart models, and strategic thinking.Join hosts Glenn and Paul as they unravel the complexities of AI in finance:Follow Khaled Chowdhury:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/khaledchowdhury/Follow Paul: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguyFollow QFlow.AI:Website - https://bit.ly/4i1EkjgFuture Finance is sponsored by QFlow.ai, the strategic finance platform solving the toughest part of planning and analysis: B2B revenue. Align sales, marketing, and finance, speed up decision-making, and lock in accountability with QFlow.ai. Stay tuned for a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping the future of finance and what it means for businesses and individuals alike.In Today's Episode:[01:44] - Defining Data Clarity and the Cost of Chaos[04:05] - Data-Informed Gut vs. Data-Driven Myths[06:54] - The AI Paradox Explained[09:18] - Why AI Projects Fail in the Enterprise[13:33] - Clean Data Models: No Hiding Behind Lipstick[14:26] - Closing Thoughts & What's Next
Randal biecht op hoe zijn zoekgedrag kantelt door Google’s AI-modus, Jurian vertelt hoe hij door rare steekproeven ‘gevangen’ stond bij IKEA en Rianne van der Stelt neemt ons mee in haar wereld als trotse cijferdetective. Van wiskundeliefde en tijdreeksen tot wachtrijsimulaties en de vraag hoe je dashboards écht gebruikt: het gesprek knalt van praktijk naar strategie, met Power BI als favoriete gereedschapskist. Rianne laat zien hoe datagedreven werken begint bij mensen en processen: implementeren, verandermanagement, toegankelijkheid en het borgen van kwaliteit — óók wanneer AI meedraait. Ondertussen botsen onderbuik en data op de redactie van Jurian, reflecteert Randal op AI-summaries en uitgevers, en bespreken we hoe dashboards pas landen als ze een echt probleem oplossen. Shownotes Coney Minds Podcast Groundhog Day Microsoft Power BI Excel-draaitybel (PivotTable) Tijdschema 0:00:04 Introductie van Data-analyse en Power BI0:01:26 De rol van fouten in data0:04:21 Rianne’s passie voor data en onderwijs0:07:43 De uitdagingen van data-analyse0:12:16 Aha-momenten in de carrière0:16:29 Het belang van tijdreeksen0:19:33 Power BI en visualisatie0:24:33 Dashboards en hun effectiviteit0:26:50 De impact van AI op data-analyse0:30:53 Toekomst van AI in BI0:35:08 AI als collega0:37:05 Impact van AI op journalistiek0:39:37 De rol van Google in media0:41:08 Zoekgedrag en AI0:42:57 De toekomst van contentcreatie0:45:39 De rol van podcasts0:46:54 Data-analyse en AI0:49:41 De waarde van data in ziekenhuizen0:52:20 Simulaties en wachtrijen0:56:40 Rolmodellen in tech0:59:40 Vrouwen in het vakgebied1:06:01 Toegankelijkheid van datavisualisatiesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike & Tommy dive into Data Modeling in Event-Driven Architectures, exploring how Power BI skills apply to Real-Time Analytics in Microsoft Fabric, and provide practical approaches for transitioning from traditional modeling to handling streaming data effectively.Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
In this episode we dive into Schedule HealthThe ChallengeYou're handed a live project and a plan that “passes DCMA,” yet dates keep slipping and no one trusts the critical path. On this episode of Beyond Deadlines, we tackle the core challenge: what “schedule health” really means and how to use it to drive real predictability.We discuss why a schedule is more than a spreadsheet of tasks, it's an algorithm that models intent and execution and how the best schedulers blend data checks with field truth to build trust and precision in project delivery.Continue LearningCheck out our book The Critical Path Career: How to Advance in Construction Planning and SchedulingSubscribe to the Beyond Deadlines Email NewsletterSubscribe to the Beyond Deadlines Linkedin NewsletterCheck Out Our YouTube Channel.ConnectFollow Micah, Greg, and Beyond Deadlines on LinkedIn.Beyond DeadlineIt's time to raise your career to new heights with Beyond Deadlines, the ultimate destination for construction planners and schedulers. Our podcast is designed to be your go-to guide whether you're starting out in this dynamic field, transitioning from another sector, or you're a seasoned professional. Through our cutting-edge content, practical advice, and innovative tools, we help you succeed in today's fast-evolving construction planning and scheduling landscape without relying on expensive certifications and traditional educational paths. Join us on Beyond Deadlines, where we empower you to shape the future of construction planning and scheduling, making it more efficient, effective, and accessible than ever before.About MicahMicah, the CEO of Movar US is an Intel and Google alumnus, champions next-gen planning and scheduling at both tech giants. Co-founder of Google's Computer Vision in Construction Team, he's saved projects millions via tech advancements. He writes two construction planning and scheduling newsletters and mentors the next generation of construction planners. He holds a Master of Science in Project Management, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota.About GregGreg, an Astrophysicist turned project guru, managed £100M+ defense programs at BAE Systems (UK) and advised on international strategy. Now CEO at Nodes and Links, he's revolutionizing projects with pioneering AI Project Controls in Construction. Experience groundbreaking strategies with Greg's expertise.Topics We Coverchange management, communication, construction planning, construction, construction scheduling, creating teams, critical path method, cpm, culture, KPI, microsoft project, milestone tracking, oracle, p6, project planning, planning, planning engineer, pmp, portfolio management, predictability, presenting, primavera p6, project acceleration, project budgeting, project controls, project management, project planning, program management, resource allocation, risk management, schedule acceleration, scheduling, scope management, task sequencing, construction, construction reporting, prefabrication, preconstruction, modular construction, modularization, automation, Power BI, dashboard, metrics, process improvement, reporting, schedule consultancy, planning consultancy, material management
In dieser Auftaktfolge zur neuen 12-teiligen Serie über Data Culture sprechen Andreas Wiener und Janine Ellner über das, was viele Unternehmen noch immer nicht verstanden haben: Datenkultur ist kein Trend, sondern Voraussetzung für nachhaltigen Erfolg mit Analytics, BI und KI. Wie etabliert man eine echte Data Culture? Warum reicht ein Dashboard nicht aus? Und was kann man von Congstar und der IKEA-Methode lernen? Janine teilt ihre Erfahrungen aus Konzern, Mittelstand und öffentlicher Hand – praxisnah, ehrlich und inspirierend. Wenn du in deinem Unternehmen datengetriebener werden willst, aber der Kulturwandel stockt – diese Folge ist für dich. ⸻
Dateiablagen, Freigaben, unzählige Versionen – und niemand weiß mehr, wo die aktuelle Datei liegt? Willkommen im Alltag vieler Unternehmen. In dieser Folge von NWNR sprechen Martin Michl, Tobias Fischer und Peter Meckes über den Weg vom klassischen File Server in die Cloud – und darüber, wie aus Datenchaos endlich Struktur wird. Was ist eigentlich ein File Share? Warum wollen (oder müssen) Unternehmen ihre File Server migrieren? Und gibt es vielleicht sogar gute Gründe, nicht in die Cloud zu wechseln? Gemeinsam beleuchten die drei Experten, wie eine Migration abläuft, welche Herausforderungen dabei auftreten – und ziehen am Ende ein klares Fazit: Lohnt sich der Schritt wirklich? Ob IT-Leiter, Admin oder einfach jemand, der wissen möchte, wie moderne Datenverwaltung heute funktioniert – diese Folge bringt Klarheit ins Cloud-Chaos. ☁️
Mike & Tommy finally weigh in on the measure total debate that's been heating up online, exploring why totals don't add up as expected, whether it's a DAX problem or a misunderstanding of filter context, and how developers can build measures that business users actually trust without breaking their mental models.https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/more-measure-totals-shenanigans-daniel-otykier-7bwefGet in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
AI without the committee: Most manufacturers are still holding meetings about AI. Bill Krolicki just built it. As CFO of Interpak, he didn't wait for a strategy deck or a vendor pilot—he wired Power BI and Power Automate into a self-running operation. His bots read supplier emails, catch late shipments before they blow up production, and update the ERP while everyone else is still asking who owns the spreadsheet. Rob Collie and Justin Mannhardt sit down with Bill to talk about what happens when finance stops waiting and starts building. From "Vendor Bot" to the soon-to-launch "Budget Bot," it's a front-row look at how AI turns from theory to throughput when a data person is actually in charge—no consultants, no six-month roadmaps, just results. If you've had your fill of AI hype and want to see what it looks like when someone actually ships something, this is your episode. And if you enjoyed it, leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform—it helps other no-BS practitioners find us.
In this episode of Future Finance, host Paul Barnhurst speaks with data expert Khaled Chowdhury, a renowned leader in the data and AI space. Khaled shares his journey from finance to data analytics, offering insights into the evolving role of AI in business decisions, the importance of data clarity, and how tools like Power BI and Fabric are transforming the data landscape. Khaled's approach to data clarity in the age of AI brings a fresh perspective to the conversation on how companies can leverage data to make better, faster decisions.Khaled Chowdhury is a data expert and founder of Data Crafters, helping businesses, especially in finance, build clear data strategies in the age of AI. With a background in FP&A, Khaled's unique journey spans from finance director to certified data professional, with expertise in tools like Power BI and Fabric. He's been recognized globally for his contributions to the data world, empowering organizations to make data-driven decisions. Khaled's experience bridges finance, technology, and business leadership.In this episode, you will discover:Khaled's journey from finance to data analytics and AIThe importance of data clarity and the common mistakes companies makeWhy AI and data-driven decisions require a strong foundationHow AI can both enhance and challenge business decision-makingPractical advice on how companies should prioritize AI investments and data managementKhaled Chowdhury highlights the importance of building a solid data foundation before diving into AI and advanced tools like Power BI and Fabric. His journey from finance to data leadership demonstrates how clarity, smart data strategies, and a focus on outcomes can transform decision-making. Join hosts Glenn and Paul as they unravel the complexities of AI in finance:Follow Khaled:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/khaledchowdhury/Follow Glenn:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbhopperiiiFollow Paul:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguyFollow QFlow.AI:Website - https://bit.ly/4i1EkjgFuture Finance is sponsored by QFlow.ai, the strategic finance platform solving the toughest part of planning and analysis: B2B revenue. Align sales, marketing, and finance, speed up decision-making, and lock in accountability with QFlow.ai. Stay tuned for a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping the future of finance and what it means for businesses and individuals alike.In Today's Episode:[02:12] – Khaled's Journey: From Finance to Data[06:10] – Defining Data Clarity[10:15] – The AI Paradox[14:42] – The Power of Power BI and Fabric[18:30] – The Data Maturity Curve[22:05] – How Companies Should Invest in AI[25:03] – The Future of Data and AI[29:12] – The AI Chatbot Question[34:25] – Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts from Khaled
Mike & Tommy debate the new Power BI Project (PBIP) format, questioning whether source control and Git integration are worth the added complexity, and discussing who should migrate from the traditional PBIX binary format.Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
Esta semana nos acompaña Carlos Galbán (fundador y CEO en Polaris Profit y miembro de la comunidad RevenueKnowmads) quien nos hablará de una herramienta, basada en Power BI, que transforma la información financiera y operativa en dashboards ágiles y comprensibles para el cliente. Nos referimos a Polaris Audit 360. ✅¿Sabes que puedes formar parte de la Comunidad RevenueKnowmads y que tenemos descuentos de entre un 15 y un 40%? ¡Aquí tienes toda la información!: 👉https://www.revenueknowmads.com ✅¿Quieres aprender más sobre revenue management, marketing, distribución, ventas y comercialización hotelera?. Te invito a que te suscribas a Hotel Marketing School: 👉https://hotelmarketing.school/ ✅El GRAN LIBRO del COACHING HOTELERO es una guía práctica que combina conceptos de coaching con estrategias específicas para la gestión hotelera. Si deseas profundizar en el tema, te recomiendo leerlo al completo. ✅Si quieres formar parte del Club del Hotelero Feliz, aquí te dejamos el enlace para que puedas unirte a su grupo de WhatsApp: 🔗https://chat.whatsapp.com/JodZmMOmtye... Carlos nos comparte algunas claves para que podamos aplicar, de forma exitosa, el Profit Management con un claro enfoque: maximizar los ingresos y optimizar la línea de costes para lograr un beneficio neto positivo. 🤔¿Por qué los hoteles no priorizan el Profit Management? Carlos señala una falta de conocimiento financiero en el análisis de números. “...aunque les gusta saber cuánto ganan en ingresos, se bloquean al preguntarles sobre ratios financieros…” Muchos profesionales hoteleros, a menudo con experiencia en áreas no financieras como F&B o recepción, carecen de los conocimientos necesarios y esto dificulta la implementación de presupuestos y se pierden oportunidades para la optimización de costes. ✅El papel fundamental del equipo en el Profit Management Para Carlos Galbán, es imposible hacer Profit Management sin involucrar a todo el equipo. Las personas son el mayor activo de un hotel y deben ser el centro de la estrategia. Aquí te dejamos los enlaces para que puedas contactar con Carlos Galbán y también adquirir su libro: 👉Carlos Galbán website ✅https://polarisprofit.com/ 👉Carlos Galbán en Linkedin: ✅https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlos-galb%C3%A1n-197b092a/ 👉Compra el libro en Amazon: ✅https://amzn.eu/d/5guCs44 👉Episodio anterior de Carlos Galbán: De VENDER MÁS a GANAR MEJOR: CLAVES del PROFIT MANAGEMENT con CARLOS GALBÁN ✅https://youtu.be/jZUXbTJJdD8?si=55VkvKkw62BlS1AN 🎁 Oferta Exclusiva Dosis Semanal La herramienta, Polaris Audit 360, está en fase de prueba y Carlos ofrece la recopilación de datos, auditoría y visualización de las oportunidades, en Power BI, de forma totalmente GRATUITAS. Además, para nuestros seguidores, ofrece un Business Plan a medida (hoja de ruta estratégica) de regalo, detallando el calendario, el coste y el retorno de la inversión de las acciones recomendadas. 🎧ESCUCHA el EPISODIO COMPLETO y DESCUBRE CÓMO OPTIMIZAR los INGRESOS, ANALIZAR INDICADORES y MOTIVAR EQUIPOS de la mano de CARLOS GALBÁN y su herramienta: POLARIS AUDIT 360 ¡no te lo puedes perder! 🤔¿Qué acción extra haces tú en tu hotel para marcar la diferencia? ¡Déjanos tu opinión en los comentarios! ¡Os dejamos con la dosis de esta semana! //////////// ¿Quieres más? 👉 Si quieres seguir aprendiendo con nuestros vídeos semanales te invito a suscribirte a este canal sobre Revenue Management, Distribución, Marketing y todo lo que ayuda a un negocio de alojamiento a crecer (hoteles, rentals, campings, hostales..) donde además hablo sobre estratégias y tácticas para emprender. 👉 Si además quieres seguir mi día a día como emprendedor te animo a visitar mi otro canal https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLGC… 👉Y si quieres que te muestre 7 maneras, algunas de ellas GRATIS, en las que puedo ayudar a personas como tú a 1) Crear marca personal y autoridad 2) Generar ingresos pasivos y emprender 3) Mejorar el Revenue de su negocio 4) Aprender todo sobre Revenue Management (Una estrategia que nace en el sector servicios y de la que muchos negocios deberían aprender), Distribución de producto online - offline, Marketing Digital y Rentabilización de Negocios de cualquier tipo te animo a entrar en https://bit.ly/jch7minutos 👉 También puedes seguir aprendiendo con nosotros, aquí te dejamos acceso a https://www.rkmuniversity.com Se trata del primer MBA en negocios de alojamiento turístico y sus cursos son 100% bonificables y pueden salirte, totalmente, GRATIS. MARCAS DE TIEMPO 0:00 Presentación del episodio: POTENTE HERRAMIENTA BI de AUDITORIA HOTELERA con CARLOS GALBÁN 05:28 ¿Cómo empezó Polaris Hotel Profit Consulting? 12:04 ¿Qué es Polaris Audit 360? 15:15 ¿Para qué tipo de clientes tiene sentido? 17:20 ¿Cómo funciona Polaris Audit 360? 44:38 Reflexiones finales y despedida del episodio
Mike & Tommy are joined by Microsoft's Chris Schimdt on utilizing real time with actual applications in and outside Microsoft Fabric.Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
Last week we got a facelift—new name, new look, same deep data dives. This week? We prove the rebrand wasn't just cosmetic. Rob kicks things off with a time machine moment: his first gig at Microsoft in the '90s, building the Windows Installer. The running joke back then? "Installing yesterday's apps tomorrow." Cut to 2025, and that exact same code shows up while he's configuring an AI tool for data modeling. Build something right, and it really sticks around. And that's the bridge, AI context management isn't some brave new world. It's the same discipline that made Power BI models and Copilot integrations actually useful. You don't need to burn it all down and start over. You just need to get specific enough to matter. If you've suffered through bloated "AI strategy" decks or watched a model confidently hallucinate through your business logic, this episode's for you. The fix isn't fancier AI—it's giving it structure, purpose, and the right context to work with. That's how you turn a show pony into a workhorse. Bottom line: AI isn't a revolution. It's a new faucet. And the people who know how to connect it—and what to feed it—are already leading the next wave of transformation.
Mike & Tommy explore Real-Time Intelligence in Microsoft Fabric, questioning whether event-driven analytics is a genuine business need or just technical hype, and discussing how organizations can move beyond real-time dashboards to embed streaming intelligence into their Power BI adoption strategy.Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
This is episode 309 recorded on September 22nd, 2025, where John & Jason talk about the Power BI September 2025 Feature Summary including Standalone Copilot to default-on, Enhanced DAX Time Intelligence in Preview, Editing semantic models in the Power BI Service including create new is now Generally Available , TMDL view is now Generally Available, and more. For show notes please visit www.bifocal.show
In this episode we dive into Building a Construction Portfolio Schedule.The ChallengeConstruction organizations often juggle dozens or thousands of projects at once, but few have a unified way to see the big picture. How do you align every project, extract consistent insights, and keep reports automated across a global portfolio?In this episode of Beyond Deadlines, I shared how to design and manage a construction portfolio schedule that actually works. Whether you're coordinating $50 million or $5 billion worth of projects. I broke it down into six steps that have helped me align teams and data at global scale.Portfolio Planning WorksheetExample of Standard MilestonesPortfolio Reporting CalendarContinue LearningCheck out our book The Critical Path Career: How to Advance in Construction Planning and SchedulingSubscribe to the Beyond Deadlines Email NewsletterSubscribe to the Beyond Deadlines Linkedin NewsletterCheck Out Our YouTube Channel.ConnectFollow Micah, Greg, and Beyond Deadlines on LinkedIn.Beyond DeadlineIt's time to raise your career to new heights with Beyond Deadlines, the ultimate destination for construction planners and schedulers. Our podcast is designed to be your go-to guide whether you're starting out in this dynamic field, transitioning from another sector, or you're a seasoned professional. Through our cutting-edge content, practical advice, and innovative tools, we help you succeed in today's fast-evolving construction planning and scheduling landscape without relying on expensive certifications and traditional educational paths. Join us on Beyond Deadlines, where we empower you to shape the future of construction planning and scheduling, making it more efficient, effective, and accessible than ever before.About MicahMicah, the CEO of Movar US is an Intel and Google alumnus, champions next-gen planning and scheduling at both tech giants. Co-founder of Google's Computer Vision in Construction Team, he's saved projects millions via tech advancements. He writes two construction planning and scheduling newsletters and mentors the next generation of construction planners. He holds a Master of Science in Project Management, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota.About GregGreg, an Astrophysicist turned project guru, managed £100M+ defense programs at BAE Systems (UK) and advised on international strategy. Now CEO at Nodes and Links, he's revolutionizing projects with pioneering AI Project Controls in Construction. Experience groundbreaking strategies with Greg's expertise.Topics We Coverchange management, communication, construction planning, construction, construction scheduling, creating teams, critical path method, cpm, culture, KPI, microsoft project, milestone tracking, oracle, p6, project planning, planning, planning engineer, pmp, portfolio management, portfolio planning, predictability, presenting, primavera p6, project acceleration, project budgeting, project controls, project management, project planning, program management, resource allocation, risk management, schedule acceleration, scheduling, scope management, task sequencing, construction, construction reporting, prefabrication, preconstruction, modular construction, modularization, automation, Power BI, dashboard, metrics, process improvement, reporting, schedule consultancy, planning consultancy, material management
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Mike & Tommy dive more into Data Agents... but are Semantic Models the preferred data source?Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
Everyone's talking like AI is coming for your job. Rob's here to tell you it's coming for your skill set. If you already think in tables, models, and relationships, congratulations—you're built for what's next. This episode is part pep talk, part reality check, and all proof that data people aren't getting replaced. We're getting promoted. Rob takes you inside Microsoft's campus and out into the real world, where big firms are burning millions on AI theater while mid-market teams quietly pull ahead. The twist? You don't need to change the AI to win with it. You just need to feed it the right data. That means the same instincts that made you good at Power BI now make you dangerous—in the best way. This one's for the data geners, the ones who never flinched at a gnarly spreadsheet and always saw potential where others saw pain. AI isn't a threat. It's your next playground. Listen in and meet the only cavalry that's actually showing up: you. Check out the first episode of Raw Data with Rob Collie and get ready to lead the AI charge.
Mike & Tommy have another great mailbag from YOU on utilizing Power BI subscriptions being proactive and efficient. Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
This is episode 308 recorded on September 22nd, 2025, where John & Jason finish talking about the Microsoft Fabric September 2025 Feature Summary including the DataFlows Gen 2 Engine Overhaul and all that it entails, Connectivity updates, and Mirroring changes. For show notes please visit www.bifocal.show
Wow! we have a doozy of an episode today. Mike & Tommy ask the question if Microsoft Fabric the evolution of business intelligence or something different altogether. How should one position the themselves in the industry?Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
Nobody loves requirements docs. They're the corporate equivalent of writing a novel just so someone can skim the back cover. The real question is whether you can ditch all that and go straight from “here's what I need” to a working Power BI model. In this episode, Rob and Justin push AI into that role and see what breaks, what builds, and what actually saves you time. Turns out, the magic isn't in making AI look impressive on a demo slide. It's in whether it can wire up tables, relationships, and measures fast enough that your team can skip the plumbing and jump right to the good part: asking “does this answer the question?” instead of “why won't this table join?” That's the test, and it's the only one that matters. From tools that feel like friendly appliances to those that lean full hacker-mode, Rob and Justin run the gauntlet. They even crack open Copilot's inner workings to see how answers really get formed. It's a gritty look at whether AI can finally cut the “first-hour tax” every project pays and give leaders a faster path to value.
We are talking about the buzz! Mike and Tommy wrap their heads around User Defined Functions (UDFs) in DAX and what implementation looks like. Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
This is episode 307 recorded on September 19th, 2025, where John & Jason continue talking about the Microsoft Fabric September 2025 Feature Summary including the Data Agent improvements, Merge Transact SQL in Data Warehouse, new Real-Time Intelligence Features, and much more. For show notes please visit www.bifocal.show
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Mike & Tommy rank the BEST features in the Microsoft Data Platform, from level 1 the TOP to what is essential to what they do. Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
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Mike & Tommy dive into the major updates from FabCon Vienna and what it means for Power BI & Microsoft Fabric users alike.https://blog.fabric.microsoft.com/en-US/blog/september-2025-fabric-feature-summaryGet in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
This is episode 306 recorded on September 19th, 2025, where John & Jason talk about the first half of the Microsoft Fabric September 2025 Feature Summary including the Fabric Multitasking UI Upgrade, Variable Libraries going GA, User Data Functions Going GA with Major Enhancements, the ability to query mirrored databases in spark notebooks, and much more. For show notes please visit www.bifocal.show
In this episode we dive into random topics.The ChallengeYou're at a social event. Someone asks, “So what do you do?” Try explaining construction scheduling without losing them in 10 seconds. That's harder than it sounds. On this episode we wrestle with that exact problem. Along the way, they dive into AI's growing role in project controls, shifting attitudes toward risk analysis, and even the million-dollar jobs emerging in construction tech.Continue LearningCheck out our new book The Critical Path Career: How to Advance in Construction Planning and SchedulingSubscribe to the Beyond Deadlines Email NewsletterSubscribe to the Beyond Deadlines Linkedin NewsletterCheck Out Our YouTube Channel.ConnectFollow Micah, Greg, and Beyond Deadlines on LinkedIn.Beyond DeadlineIt's time to raise your career to new heights with Beyond Deadlines, the ultimate destination for construction planners and schedulers. Our podcast is designed to be your go-to guide whether you're starting out in this dynamic field, transitioning from another sector, or you're a seasoned professional. Through our cutting-edge content, practical advice, and innovative tools, we help you succeed in today's fast-evolving construction planning and scheduling landscape without relying on expensive certifications and traditional educational paths. Join us on Beyond Deadlines, where we empower you to shape the future of construction planning and scheduling, making it more efficient, effective, and accessible than ever before.About MicahMicah, the CEO of Movar US is an Intel and Google alumnus, champions next-gen planning and scheduling at both tech giants. Co-founder of Google's Computer Vision in Construction Team, he's saved projects millions via tech advancements. He writes two construction planning and scheduling newsletters and mentors the next generation of construction planners. He holds a Master of Science in Project Management, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota.About GregGreg, an Astrophysicist turned project guru, managed £100M+ defense programs at BAE Systems (UK) and advised on international strategy. Now CEO at Nodes and Links, he's revolutionizing projects with pioneering AI Project Controls in Construction. Experience groundbreaking strategies with Greg's expertise.Topics We Coverchange management, communication, construction planning, construction, construction scheduling, creating teams, critical path method, cpm, culture, KPI, microsoft project, milestone tracking, oracle, p6, project planning, planning, planning engineer, pmp, portfolio management, predictability, presenting, primavera p6, project acceleration, project budgeting, project controls, project management, project planning, program management, resource allocation, risk management, schedule acceleration, scheduling, scope management, task sequencing, construction, construction reporting, prefabrication, preconstruction, modular construction, modularization, automation, Power BI, dashboard, metrics, process improvement, reporting, schedule consultancy, planning consultancy, material management
Mike & Tommy go through a great mailbag question on composite models and reusable models, along with how this changes in Fabric.Whoa! I think I'm triggered after listening to both your composite model episode and your managing multiple dataset episode. Isn't a fair bit of the question similar however much of the discussion seems different between episodes... In one sense- the gold standard seems to be thorough with data modeling/dataset development to build a dataset that can be used in multiple thin reports as needed. But the use of composite models seems to be somewhat discouraged - even though this is another way to re-use key datasets to answer business questions without re-doing the exact same transforms. It was alluded to but not explored that Fabric has better ways of doing this.With the data warehouse or Lakehouse... can you expand on that?Thanks for the podcast. Even though I consider myself skilled at Power BI - I'm constantly learning from you guys! Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
Mike & Tommy give their thoughts on the state of Microsoft Fabric Data Agents.https://blog.fabric.microsoft.com/blog/new-in-fabric-data-agent-data-source-instructions-for-smarter-more-accurate-ai-responses/?WT.mc_id=DP-MVP-5002621#https://blog.fabric.microsoft.com/blog/fabric-data-agents-microsoft-copilot-studio-a-new-era-of-multi-agent-orchestration/?WT.mc_id=DP-MVP-5002621#Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
This is episode 305 recorded on September 9th, 2025, where John & Jason drive across Missouri after the North America Collaboration Summit and discuss OneLake Security and other data topics in the news today. For show notes please visit www.bifocal.show
Marketers' roles are changing, but their goals are still the same: reach and engage customers, meeting them where they are, and for better or worse, often needing to do more with less while delivering greater value. Agility requires both adapting to change quickly while also having the wisdom to know which changes truly matter. It demands a delicate balance between embracing new technologies and staying laser-focused on core business objectives. Today, we are here in New York City at Opticon25. We are going to talk about the growing role of AI for both marketers and consumers, how organizations can leverage an agentic platform to create better internal and external customer experiences, and how marketers can both do more with less while delivering exponentially greater value. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome Rupali Jain, Chief Product Officer and Kevin Li, SVP Product at Optimizely. About Rupali JainRupali Jain is the Chief Product Officer at Optimizely. Previously she has held product leadership roles at several SaaS software companies, including Microsoft's PowerBI and Qualtrics. Throughout her two-decade career, Rupali has shared Optimizely's vision of prioritizing the end user's daily needs. Rupali is committed to advancing practical, growth-driving applications of AI and machine learning to help marketers take control of their workflows, experiment at scale, and deliver digital experiences that meet and exceed customer expectations Rupali Jain on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rupali/ About Kevin LiAt Optimizely (previously Episerver before rebrand), I describe my job as a "tale of two mirrors" with one being a telescope and one being a microscope. On the telescope side of product strategy, I own long-term strategy covering build/buy/partner, M&A (thesis, due diligence, etc.), new product launches (SaaS CMS, Personalization, etc.), analyst relations (leader in 11 categories across Gartner, Forrester, and IDC), etc. On the microscope side of product operations, I own the product commercialization process, product operations, product analytics, documentation, and competitive intelligence. Kevin Li on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinsyli/ Resources Optimizely: https://www.optimizely.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow Don't Miss MAICON 2025, October 14-16 in Cleveland - the event bringing together the brights minds and leading voices in AI. Use Code AGILE150 for $150 off registration. Go here to register: https://bit.ly/agile150 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.showCheck out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company
Mike & Tommy are joined by Stephanie once again diving into the gotchas of the new Microsoft Fabric Capacity SKUs, how rolling it out differs than Power BI, and putting a gameplan together.Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
Stephanie joins Mike and Tommy to talk about those "magic wand" moments everyone experiences while working with Power BI. After polling social media, Stephanie shares the trends people seemed to wish for, sparking a lively discussion within the group.Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
Tommy & Mike are joined by Stephanie Bruno tackling how to provide Accessibility in Power BI to your organization.Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
This is episode 304 recorded on September 4th, 2025, where John & Jason talk the Microsoft Fabric August 2025 Feature Summary including a new Flat list view in Deployment pipelines, Bursting controls for Data Engineering workloads, new test capabilities for User Data Functions, the ability to server real-time predictions with ML model endpoints, several updates to Data Warehouse, Database tree in edit tile and AzMon data sources for RTI, the ability to use Python Notebooks to read/write to Fabric SQL Databases, Auto table creation on destination in copy job in Data Factory, and much, much more. For show notes please visit www.bifocal.show
In this episode we dive into Greg's new Book the Physics of Project Acceleration.The ChallengeThere are 8 types of project acceleration.And 33 techniques to make them real.Most teams only think “crash the path” or “work weekends.” But acceleration isn't about brute force. It's about changing the model first—then making it real.Greg Lawton's new book The Physics of Project Acceleration shows how. One equation. 33 tactics. Some cost, some save, some shift risk. The real constraint isn't math—it's contracts, culture, and trade handoffs.My favorite: the Long-Tail Slicing Sprint. In half a day, you break down the 20 riskiest tasks, tighten handoffs, and prove the gains with Monte Carlo. You don't just go faster—you remove the variance that keeps you slow.When leadership says “pull the date forward,” will you reach for overtime—or a playbook?Continue LearningCheck out our new book The Critical Path Career: How to Advance in Construction Planning and SchedulingSubscribe to the Beyond Deadlines Email NewsletterSubscribe to the Beyond Deadlines Linkedin NewsletterCheck Out Our YouTube Channel.ConnectFollow Micah, Greg, and Beyond Deadlines on LinkedIn.Beyond DeadlineIt's time to raise your career to new heights with Beyond Deadlines, the ultimate destination for construction planners and schedulers. Our podcast is designed to be your go-to guide whether you're starting out in this dynamic field, transitioning from another sector, or you're a seasoned professional. Through our cutting-edge content, practical advice, and innovative tools, we help you succeed in today's fast-evolving construction planning and scheduling landscape without relying on expensive certifications and traditional educational paths. Join us on Beyond Deadlines, where we empower you to shape the future of construction planning and scheduling, making it more efficient, effective, and accessible than ever before.About MicahMicah, the CEO of Movar US is an Intel and Google alumnus, champions next-gen planning and scheduling at both tech giants. Co-founder of Google's Computer Vision in Construction Team, he's saved projects millions via tech advancements. He writes two construction planning and scheduling newsletters and mentors the next generation of construction planners. He holds a Master of Science in Project Management, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota.About GregGreg, an Astrophysicist turned project guru, managed £100M+ defense programs at BAE Systems (UK) and advised on international strategy. Now CEO at Nodes and Links, he's revolutionizing projects with pioneering AI Project Controls in Construction. Experience groundbreaking strategies with Greg's expertise.Topics We Coverchange management, communication, construction planning, construction, construction scheduling, creating teams, critical path method, cpm, culture, KPI, microsoft project, milestone tracking, oracle, p6, project planning, planning, planning engineer, pmp, portfolio management, predictability, presenting, primavera p6, project acceleration, project budgeting, project controls, project management, project planning, program management, resource allocation, risk management, schedule acceleration, scheduling, scope management, task sequencing, construction, construction reporting, prefabrication, preconstruction, modular construction, modularization, automation, Power BI, dashboard, metrics, process improvement, reporting, schedule consultancy, planning consultancy, material management
Mike & Tommy are joined by Stephanie Bruno as we shed light to what to cover in Power BI accessible reporting, creating a checklist, and what to be mindful of.https://github.com/stephbruno/Power-BI-Accessibility-CheckerGet in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
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This is episode 303 recorded on August 21st, 2025, where John & Jason talk to Mike Carlo from Power BI Tips.com about Power BI & Microsoft Fabric, how his company is doing Workloads in Fabric, a debate about Lakehouses vs Warehouses, the Power Designer & Entelexos tools, and other fun topics. For show notes please visit www.bifocal.show
Mike & Tommy are joined by Brad Schact at Microsoft to review what is new & upcoming in the Microsoft Fabric Data Warehouse. Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
In this episode of FP&A Tomorrow, host Paul Barnhurst is joined by William Spengler, founder of Frederick Fox, a recruiting firm specializing in placing top-tier finance and accounting talent. They discuss what employers are looking for in FP&A professionals and the growing demand for technical skills such as Power BI, Tableau, and SQL. William shares insights into the current job market, what makes candidates stand out, and why effective communication and a curious mindset are essential for success in finance. The episode is packed with practical advice for job seekers and finance professionals looking to advance in their careers.William is the founder and principal of Frederick Fox, a recruiting firm that specializes in placing finance and accounting talent. Since its launch in 2019, Frederick Fox has grown rapidly, serving over 700 clients with a team of 55+ experienced recruiters. The firm has achieved this growth without outside funding, focusing on speed, accountability, and results. Frederick Fox has redefined the recruiting process, prioritizing lean systems and performance-based partnerships to help companies make confident hires. Outside of work, William is a guitar-playing father of three, a math nerd turned entrepreneur, and an enthusiast of spicy food and hot yoga.Expect to Learn:Why accounting and finance roles are becoming more crucial to businesses todayHow to stand out as an FP&A candidate in a competitive job marketThe importance of mastering technical tools like Power BI, Tableau, and SQLWhy humble curiosity is key to becoming a better business partnerHow recruiters assess FP&A candidates and what skills they prioritizeHere are a few quotes from the episode:“Accountants are becoming like the new software engineers. They're in high demand and increasingly critical to business operations.” - William Spengler“The biggest mistake candidates make is not reaching out directly to hiring managers with relevant examples. Networking is key.” - William Spengler“If you're not networking continuously, you're not future-proofing your career.” - William SpenglerWilliam Spengler shared valuable insights into the FP&A job market, highlighting the demand for technical skills, the importance of effective communication, and the value of humble curiosity. His practical advice on networking, understanding business needs, and positioning yourself for success will help both job seekers and finance professionals advance in their careers. World-class Digital FP&A Course Bundle: Sign up for over ten hours of video content with 4 different courses and 8 modules on FP&A topics, including: Business Partnering, Data Analysis, Financial Modeling Design Principles, and Modern Excel. Use code Podcast to save 25%. What are you waiting for? Sign up today: https://bit.ly/4decOf3Follow FP&A Tomorrow:Newsletter - Subscribe on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6957679529595162624 Follow William:LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/william-spengler-2193433aWebsite: https://frederickfox.com/Facebook:
This is episode 302 recorded on August 20th, 2025, where John & Jason talk the Power BI August 2025 Feature Summary including Copilot in Embedded Reports for SharePoint Online, edit your data model in the Power BI service, TMDL view enhancements, Semantic Model refresh templates with Fabric Data pipelines, and more. For show notes please visit www.bifocal.show
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Mike & Tommy are joined by Brad Schacht on the Data Warehouse team for Microsoft to dive into how to get eased and comfortable with the Warehouse experience in Microsoft Fabric.Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
Mike & Tommy discuss a mailbag all around the use cases for Calculation Groups, how often they use them, and how essential they are to reporting. Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/