Using Term Store or managed metadata vs. the regular Choice column has many advantages. One of them is the ability to create term hierarchies. This is super powerful, as you can really do wonders with the taxonomy and tagging.

In this article, I will further explain term hierarchies and how to build them within the Term Store: https://sharepointmaven.com/how-to-create-term-hierarchies-in-sharepoint-term-store/

Many clients and followers ask me the best way to learn SharePoint—and it’s a valid question! SharePoint has evolved drastically since its 2001 launch, especially after a major overhaul in 2016.

With constant updates and deep integration with Microsoft 365, staying up to date is challenging. A single YouTube tutorial or blog post may be outdated by the time you find it.

To help, I’ve put together my top recommendations for learning SharePoint in today’s ever-changing landscape: https://sharepointmaven.com/best-ways-to-learn-sharepoint/

Ever discovered random folders in your SharePoint document library and wondered where they came from? You’re not alone! Some folders appear automatically for specific functions. Let’s uncover the mystery behind these hidden additions: https://sharepointmaven.com/default-and-automatically-created-folders-in-sharepoint-online/

I have written several articles about best practices for setting up SharePoint permissions. Still, I want to provide clear and simple instructions on how to properly set up permissions for a given SharePoint site.

Read about it here: https://sharepointmaven.com/how-to-properly-set-up-permissions-on-a-sharepoint-site/

In Episode 205 of the SharePoint Maven Podcast, I share with you the harsh reality of the SharePoint Migration Projects. You don’t want to miss this episode: https://sharepointmaven.com/podcast/the-harsh-reality-about-the-sharepoint-migration-projects-podcast/

SharePoint is powerful, but its search schema has limitations—especially with crawled and managed properties.
 
Here’s what you should know! 🔎👉 https://sharepointmaven.com/10-limitations-of-crawled-and-managed-properties-in-sharepoint-search-schema/

Governance matters—whether you're a small business or a large enterprise. With users creating Teams and sharing content freely, things can get messy fast. Here are key points to keep in mind when shaping your SharePoint Governance Plan.

https://sharepointmaven.com/decisions-for-you-to-consider-when-creating-a-governance-plan-for-sharepoint-online/

In Episode 206 of the SharePoint Maven Podcast, I go over the differences between Classic and Modern SharePoint.

Listen to the full episode here: https://sharepointmaven.com/podcast/classic-sharepoint-vs-modern-sharepoint-podcast/

SharePoint has evolved! Back in the Classic days, embedding Excel charts was the go-to for sprucing up pages.
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​But embedding Word or PowerPoint? Not an option—until now. 🔄
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​https://sharepointmaven.com/embed-office-documents-on-sharepoint-page-using-file-and-media-web-part/

One of Loop’s standout features is its ability to sync tasks with Planner and To Do.
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​In this post, I’ll explain how that sync works, what happens in the background when tasks are assigned, and a few quirks you might notice along the way: https://sharepointmaven.com/how-to-sync-loop-tasks-with-planner-and-to-do/

Can you restore deleted files and folders in SharePoint?

Let me answer that for you!

In Episode 207 of the SharePoint Maven Podcast, I explain the differences between Label and Site Retention policies in SharePoint and Microsoft Purview.
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​Listen here: https://sharepointmaven.com/podcast/label-retention-vs-site-retention-in-sharepoint-online-podcast/

One area of SharePoint that probably does not get much credit is the Footer. It is not surprising since to get to it, users have to scroll all the way down to the bottom of the page.

However, despite its “introverted” nature, SharePoint Site Footer can serve as a pretty practical branding element that can also contain relevant information for the employee.

In this article, I would like to show you how to configure the footer and provide several use cases and examples of how I successfully used the footer on my clients’ sites:
https://sharepointmaven.com/how-to-configure-sharepoint-site-footer/

Today, I want to introduce to you a new website I have created, LookBook365.com.
​You might be wondering what this is all about. That’s a great question. 😊
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​Here are several reasons that led to the development of this new project of mine: https://sharepointmaven.com/introducing-lookbook-365/

Why use Metadata instead of folders in SharePoint? Let me answer that for you!

If you are wondering if an Intranet in SharePoint is a good fit for your organization, let me provide a few arguments: https://sharepointmaven.com/podcast/why-it-makes-sense-to-migrate-your-intranet-to-sharepoint-podcast/

Need quick, expert help with SharePoint or Teams? My hourly consulting service is perfect for when you just need 1–2 hours of focused support—no long-term commitment, no fluff - just answers.

See more here: https://sharepointmaven.com/sharepoint-consulting/

I’m often asked by clients and readers how to best learn SharePoint. Funny enough, I never took a formal course—I taught myself.
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​Now that I train and consult for companies of all sizes, I’ve put together a guide with my top recommendations for learning SharePoint effectively: https://sharepointmaven.com/5-realities-of-learning-sharepoint/

What are SharePoint Hub Sites? Let me answer that for you!

I first shared a task management overview in 2021, but with all the recent updates in SharePoint and Microsoft 365, it was time for a refresh. This post covers the latest task management options available today.

Read the full blog post here: https://sharepointmaven.com/task-management-options-in-sharepoint-and-microsoft-365/