A sleek, SharePoint-based Company Blog—built for internal news, updates, and storytelling. All out-of-the-box, no custom code needed!
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​See more here: https://lookbook365.com/company-blog/

I answer an age-old question in this podcast episode – how to improve SharePoint User Adoption.
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​Listen to the full episode here:
​https://sharepointmaven.com/podcast/how-to-improve-sharepoint-user-adoption-podcast/

I’ve shared this trick before, but never with full steps—until now! Here’s how to easily add Planner, Teams, and your Group Calendar to your SharePoint site navigation:
https://sharepointmaven.com/how-to-access-planner-teams-and-group-calendar-from-your-sharepoint-site/

Creating a standard channel in Teams automatically adds a matching folder in the connected SharePoint site. But what if you’ve already made folders and now want channels to go with them?
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​Here’s a simple trick to make that happen: https://sharepointmaven.com/how-to-attach-a-teams-channel-to-an-existing-sharepoint-folder/

A client of mine needed a simple way to manage room reservations—no custom dev, no Power Apps.

I built a full solution using only out-of-the-box features. Here’s how: https://sharepointmaven.com/how-to-create-a-room-reservation-solution-in-sharepoint-out-of-the-box/

In Episode 210 of the SharePoint Maven Podcast, I talk about a question I get all the time: 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗲𝘁 𝘂𝗽 𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗣𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀, 𝗼𝗿 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀?
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​I’ll walk you through the pros and cons of each option and share some tips to help you pick the best setup for working with your clients: https://sharepointmaven.com/podcast/shared-channels-vs-separate-sites-whats-better-podcast/

Thinking of creating a secure space for your leadership team?
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​Here’s an example of a intranet site I built for a Board of Directors using SharePoint and Lists—offering centralized document storage, secure access, and a collaborative workspace, all using out-of-the-box features.
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​Read more about it here: https://lookbook365.com/board-of-directors/

I’ve covered the SharePoint Recycle Bin before, but never broke down what actually happens during the restore process.
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​Spoiler: it’s not always straightforward. In this post, I walk through different restore scenarios and some of the unexpected outcomes you might run into.
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​https://sharepointmaven.com/how-the-sharepoint-online-recycle-bin-restore-process-works/

Ever needed to get your data out of Microsoft Lists? In Episode 211, I walk you through four different ways to export your list data, depending on what you need to do with it: 

https://sharepointmaven.com/podcast/export-like-a-pro-4-ways-to-get-data-out-of-microsoft-lists-podcast/

We’re all used to seeing document libraries as lists of files and folders—but in SharePoint, we can create alternate views. One such view we can create on a document library is a Calendar View.
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​It makes sense when using metadata, specifically the Date columns, and in this post, I’ll show you how to set it up: https://sharepointmaven.com/how-to-create-a-calendar-view-on-a-sharepoint-document-library/

Here’s an example of a SharePoint-based company blog I built—perfect for internal news and updates. It includes individual blog pages, approval workflows, newsletter integration, analytics, and more—all with out-of-the-box features.

Check out more here: https://lookbook365.com/company-blog/

If you have been following my blog, you probably already know that I am a huge advocate of metadata. And not just any metadata, but the one defined within the Term Store. Term Store metadata can be used and reused across all the sites, lists, and libraries in the tenant.
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​One of the most powerful features of the SharePoint Term Store is the ability to set up Synonyms. So, let me explain to you what this is all about and how to take advantage of this feature: https://sharepointmaven.com/how-to-set-up-synonyms-in-the-sharepoint-term-store/

Sometimes you don’t need to copy an entire Plan—just a few specific tasks. Good news: Planner makes this possible without starting from scratch.
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​In this post, I’ll walk you through how to move and copy tasks between Plans and share what’s happening behind the scenes during the process: https://sharepointmaven.com/how-to-move-and-copy-tasks-between-plans-in-planner/

Doing a SharePoint site audit but not sure what to look for? In this episode, I share the key things you should be checking – like permissions, structure, and design and explain why regular audits help keep your sites clean, secure, and running smoothly.

https://sharepointmaven.com/podcast/sharepoint-site-audits-what-to-check-and-why-it-matters-podcast/

New web parts in SharePoint don’t come around often—so the arrival of the Editorial Web Part is a big deal.
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​It’s a more flexible, fully customizable upgrade to the classic Call to Action web part, perfect for creating standout CTAs on your pages.
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​In this post, I’ll show you how to use it effectively in SharePoint Online: https://sharepointmaven.com/how-to-use-an-editorial-web-part/

What does “Out-of-the-Box” really mean in SharePoint and Microsoft 365?

It’s all about using the built-in features—no custom code, no third-party tools, and no extra licenses. That means faster setup, lower costs, and peace of mind knowing it’ll work with future updates. Simple, smart, and built to last. ✅

See more here: https://lookbook365.com/

Copilot has introduced powerful new ways to work with documents in SharePoint and OneDrive. One standout feature? Instantly generating a summary of your files. In this post, I’ll show you how it works:

https://sharepointmaven.com/how-to-summarize-a-file-stored-in-onedrive-or-sharepoint-using-copilot/

A big update just hit the SharePoint world: Microsoft introduced a new type of page section—something that hasn’t changed in years. Unlike the usual web part or library updates, this one’s a game-changer for page layout and flexibility.
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​Let me explain: https://sharepointmaven.com/flexible-sections-in-sharepoint/

Tired of digging through long documents? With the latest Copilot tools, you can now generate instant summaries of files stored in OneDrive or SharePoint. Whether it's a project brief or a lengthy report, Copilot gives you the highlights in seconds—saving time and boosting productivity.

Here's how it works: https://sharepointmaven.com/how-to-summarize-a-file-stored-in-onedrive-or-sharepoint-using-copilot/

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