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SUMMARY:Self-Study: Master Microsoft Word\, Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Self-Study: Master Microsoft Word (8 hours total) \nProficiency in Microsoft Word is one of the most in-demand software skills today. This learning path helps you become a power user in Word. Discover how to create forms\, format documents\, use built-in templates\, and more. Use Word’s powerful features and functions with ease. Create and edit forms. Utilize Word’s built-in styles and templates. \nRecommend completing 4 hours in Day 1.
URL:https://techfluentacademy.org/event/self-study-master-microsoft-word/
CATEGORIES:2025 Cohort,Microsoft Fundamentals
ORGANIZER;CN="TechFluent Academy":MAILTO:carol@techfluentacademy.org
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SUMMARY:Self-Study: Master Microsoft Word\, Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Self-Study: Master Microsoft Word (8 hours total) \nProficiency in Microsoft Word is one of the most in-demand software skills today. This learning path helps you become a power user in Word. Discover how to create forms\, format documents\, use built-in templates\, and more. Use Word’s powerful features and functions with ease. Create and edit forms. Utilize Word’s built-in styles and templates. \nRecommend completing 4 hours on Day 2.
URL:https://techfluentacademy.org/event/self-study-master-microsoft-word-day-2/
CATEGORIES:2025 Cohort,Microsoft Fundamentals
ORGANIZER;CN="TechFluent Academy":MAILTO:carol@techfluentacademy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203355
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SUMMARY:Self-Study: Master Microsoft Excel\, Day 3
DESCRIPTION:Master Microsoft Excel (13 hours total) \nEmployers around the world cite Microsoft Excel as one of the most sought-after skills for any new hire. This learning path helps you become an Excel power user—covering everything from functions and formatting to PivotTables and dashboards. Master the powerful features and functions in Excel. Learn how to use Excel’s robust built-in formulas. Get up to speed on PivotTables\, dashboards\, and Power Query. \nRecommend completing 3 hours on Day 3.
URL:https://techfluentacademy.org/event/self-study-master-microsoft-excel-day-3/
CATEGORIES:2025 Cohort,Microsoft Fundamentals
ORGANIZER;CN="TechFluent Academy":MAILTO:carol@techfluentacademy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203355
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SUMMARY:Self-Study: Master Microsoft Excel\, Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Master Microsoft Excel (13 hours total) \nEmployers around the world cite Microsoft Excel as one of the most sought-after skills for any new hire. This learning path helps you become an Excel power user—covering everything from functions and formatting to PivotTables and dashboards. Master the powerful features and functions in Excel. Learn how to use Excel’s robust built-in formulas. Get up to speed on PivotTables\, dashboards\, and Power Query. \nRecommend completing 5 hours on Day 2.
URL:https://techfluentacademy.org/event/self-study-master-microsoft-excel-day-2/
CATEGORIES:2025 Cohort,Microsoft Fundamentals
ORGANIZER;CN="TechFluent Academy":MAILTO:carol@techfluentacademy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203355
CREATED:20250616T020347Z
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SUMMARY:Self-Study: Mastering Microsoft PowerPoint
DESCRIPTION:Self-Study: Mastering Microsoft Powerpoint (9.5 hours total) \nProficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint is an essential skill for many careers. Discover how to create more polished and professional presentations by mastering PowerPoint. Learn to use the features and built-in tools in PowerPoint. Design better slides\, using animations and rich media. Enhance presentations with visualizations and storytelling. \nRecommend completing 5 hours on Day 1.
URL:https://techfluentacademy.org/event/self-study-mastering-microsoft-powerpoint/
CATEGORIES:2025 Cohort,Microsoft Fundamentals
ORGANIZER;CN="TechFluent Academy":MAILTO:carol@techfluentacademy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203355
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SUMMARY:Self-Study: Mastering Microsoft Powerpoint\, Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Self-Study: Mastering Microsoft Powerpoint (9.5 hours total) \nProficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint is an essential skill for many careers. Discover how to create more polished and professional presentations by mastering PowerPoint. Learn to use the features and built-in tools in PowerPoint. Design better slides\, using animations and rich media. Enhance presentations with visualizations and storytelling. \nRecommend completing 4.5 hours on Day 2.
URL:https://techfluentacademy.org/event/self-study-mastering-microsoft-powerpoint-day-2/
CATEGORIES:2025 Cohort,Microsoft Fundamentals
ORGANIZER;CN="TechFluent Academy":MAILTO:carol@techfluentacademy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203355
CREATED:20250819T132723Z
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SUMMARY:Sales\, Marketing and Customer Service Co-Pilot\, with Simon Wang
DESCRIPTION:Sales\, Marketing and Customer Service Co-Pilot \nwith Simon Wang \nAI Business Solution Engineer at Microsoft \nThis hands-on course equips professionals with the skills to harness Microsoft Copilot across sales\, marketing\, and customer service functions. Participants will learn how to streamline workflows\, personalize customer engagement\, and drive data-informed decisions using AI-powered tools embedded in Dynamics 365. \nThrough real-world scenarios and guided practice\, learners will explore how Copilot enhances productivity—from drafting compelling marketing content and analyzing campaign performance to generating sales insights and resolving customer inquiries with speed and precision. \nBy the end of the course\, participants will be able to: \n\nAutomate routine tasks and communications across CRM and marketing platforms\nUse Copilot to extract actionable insights from customer data and sales pipelines\nGenerate persuasive content for campaigns\, proposals\, and customer outreach\nImprove customer service responsiveness and personalization using AI assistance\nIntegrate Copilot into daily workflows for consistent\, scalable impact\n\n 
URL:https://techfluentacademy.org/event/sales-marketing-and-customer-service-co-pilot/
LOCATION:Sabathani Community Center\, 310 E. 38th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025 Cohort,CE-Power Platform Certification Track
ORGANIZER;CN="TechFluent Academy":MAILTO:carol@techfluentacademy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T090000
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SUMMARY:Co-Pilot Studio - PVA\, with Simon Wang
DESCRIPTION:Co-Pilot Studio\, Power Virtual Agents (2-Day Session) \nwith Simon Wang \nAI Business Solutions Engineer at Microsoft \nIn this session\, you’ll explore the fundamentals of Microsoft Copilot and Power Virtual Agents\, learning how they enhance user interactions and automate business processes. You’ll gain hands-on experience configuring and deploying chatbots\, integrating them into business applications to improve engagement. Discover how AI-driven automation can streamline workflows and boost efficiency\, while Copilot helps generate insights and support decision-making within tools like Microsoft Dynamics 365. You’ll also learn best practices for conversational AI\, ensuring clear and effective interactions. By connecting Power Virtual Agents with Microsoft Dataverse and Power Automate\, you’ll enable seamless data flow and automated actions. Customize chatbot functionalities for specific business needs and prepare for the Basic Business Application Certification with key concepts and exam strategies. \nThis course developed by Simon Wang\, of Microsoft.
URL:https://techfluentacademy.org/event/co-pilot-studio-pva/
LOCATION:Sabathani Community Center\, 310 E. 38th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025 Cohort,CE-Power Platform Certification Track
ORGANIZER;CN="TechFluent Academy":MAILTO:carol@techfluentacademy.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTSTAMP:20260430T203355
CREATED:20250616T012718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T165712Z
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SUMMARY:Community Summit - Orlando\, FL
DESCRIPTION:     \nCommunity Summit North America is the largest independent innovation\, learning\, and training event of the Microsoft Business Applications ecosystem. You’ll get real-world tips & tricks and advanced strategies around the issues you’re tackling in this changing business landscape. Summit NA has hundreds of informative and educational sessions to deliver end-to-end learning around all versions of Dynamics 365 FO/AX\, CE/CRM & BC/NAV\, Dynamics GP & SL\, and the Microsoft Power Platform. \nEach year\, Dynamics Communities\, a Major Community Sponsor of TechFluent Academy\, generously sponsors up to 10 Learners to attend the Summit as a learning and networking opportunity. In the past\, many of those in attendance have left the Summit with job offers. Many return as speakers in future years\, elevating their visibility in the marketplace and lighting their careers on fire!
URL:https://techfluentacademy.org/event/community-summit-orlando-fl/
LOCATION:Gaylord Palms Resort\, Kissimee\, Florida\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025 Cohort,CE-Power Platform Certification Track,Consulting Fundamentals,Microsoft Fundamentals,Tech Fundamentals Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Dynamics Communities":MAILTO:summitna@dynamiccommunities.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203355
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SUMMARY:Self-Study: Financial Literacy - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Self-Study: Financial Literacy – Part 1 \n  \nManaging Your Personal Finances (1 hr) \nFinancial Basics Everyone Should Know (1hr 50m) \nFinancial Adulting (1h) \nFinance Foundations: Income Taxes (2h)
URL:https://techfluentacademy.org/event/self-study-financial-literacy-part-1/
CATEGORIES:2025 Cohort,Financial Literacy
ORGANIZER;CN="TechFluent Academy":MAILTO:carol@techfluentacademy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203355
CREATED:20250823T144617Z
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SUMMARY:Professional Communication Strategies in the Modern Workplace\, with Carol Smock
DESCRIPTION:Professional Communication Strategies in the Modern Workplace \nwith Carol Smock \nExecutive Director of TechFluent Academy \nIn today’s fast-paced\, hybrid work environments\, effective communication is more than just a soft skill—it’s a strategic advantage. This dynamic 3-hour session equips professionals with the tools\, techniques\, and mindset needed to communicate with clarity\, confidence\, and impact across diverse channels and audiences. \nParticipants will explore modern communication challenges and master strategies for navigating email etiquette\, virtual meetings\, cross-cultural interactions\, and persuasive messaging. Through real-world scenarios\, role-playing\, and collaborative exercises\, attendees will learn how to tailor their communication style to different stakeholders\, resolve conflicts diplomatically\, and foster stronger professional relationships. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nBest practices for digital communication (email\, chat\, video conferencing)\nEmotional intelligence and active listening in business settings\nCommunicating across cultures and generations\nStructuring messages for clarity\, persuasion\, and action\nGiving and receiving feedback with professionalism\nBuilding trust and credibility through communication
URL:https://techfluentacademy.org/event/professional-communication-strategies-in-the-modern-workplace-with-carol-smock/
LOCATION:Sabathani Community Center\, 310 E. 38th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025 Cohort,Consulting Fundamentals
ORGANIZER;CN="TechFluent Academy":MAILTO:carol@techfluentacademy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203355
CREATED:20250822T221751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T165712Z
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SUMMARY:Overcoming Imposter Syndrome\, with Rachel Irabor - Microsoft MVP
DESCRIPTION:Overcoming Imposter Syndrome \nwith Rachel Irabor \nD365CE & Power Platform Developer at KPMG & Microsoft MVP \nImposter Syndrome can feel isolating\, but it’s far more common than we realize. In this session\, participants will explore the roots of Imposter Syndrome\, understand how it affects confidence and decision-making\, and discover practical strategies to reframe it as a source of strength. Through open discussion and reflection\, we will learn how to turn self-doubt into self-empowerment. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nRecognize the signs of Imposter Syndrome and how it impacts confidence\, productivity\, and career growth.\nIdentify external factors\, such as workplace dynamics\, immigration\, and representation\, that can contribute to feelings of self-doubt.\nApply strategies to reframe Imposter Syndrome as a tool for resilience\, growth\, and authentic leadership.\nDevelop personalized techniques to become their own strongest supporter and advocate.
URL:https://techfluentacademy.org/event/overcoming-imposter-syndrome-with-rachel-irabor-microsoft-mvp/
LOCATION:Sabathani Community Center\, 310 E. 38th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025 Cohort,Consulting Fundamentals
ORGANIZER;CN="TechFluent Academy":MAILTO:carol@techfluentacademy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203355
CREATED:20250616T045205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T165712Z
UID:5793-1761728400-1761753600@techfluentacademy.org
SUMMARY:Self-Study: Financial Literacy - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Self-Study: Financial Literacy – Part 2 \n  \nPersonal Finance Tips Weekly (2h 50m) \nFinancial Literacy: 401k\, 403b and Self-Directed IRAs (45m) \nBuild Sustainable Wealth & Get Out of Debt (1h 16m) \nEvaluating College as an Investment (42m)
URL:https://techfluentacademy.org/event/self-study-financial-literacy-part-2/
CATEGORIES:2025 Cohort,Financial Literacy
ORGANIZER;CN="TechFluent Academy":MAILTO:carol@techfluentacademy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203355
CREATED:20250616T045439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T165712Z
UID:5795-1761814800-1761831000@techfluentacademy.org
SUMMARY:Self-Study: Financial Literacy - Part 3
DESCRIPTION:Self-Study: Financial Literacy – Part 3 \n  \nEconomics for Everyone: Understanding a Recession (40m) \nReal Estate Analytics (49m) \nReal Estate: Negotiating with Sellers (1h) \nAnalyzing a Real Estate Deal (35m) \nReal Estate Contracts (27m) \nReal Estate: Estimating Repair Costs (49m)
URL:https://techfluentacademy.org/event/self-study-financial-literacy-part-3/
CATEGORIES:2025 Cohort,Financial Literacy
ORGANIZER;CN="TechFluent Academy":MAILTO:carol@techfluentacademy.org
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