Copilot Is the New Electricity of Work

Jul 16, 2025

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When Danilo Nogueira first saw the potential of AI, he spent days immersed in videos, convinced it would reshape the world. Now, as Head of Modern Work at Cloud Target and a newly minted Microsoft MVP, he’s leading global transformations with Microsoft Copilot. In this episode, Danilo shares how AI is revolutionizing productivity, why Excel might be the next big frontier, and how he teaches teams to speak the language of Copilot. If you're navigating AI adoption in your organization, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and inspiration.

🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS
AI as the New Electricity: Danilo compares AI’s transformative power to electricity and the internet—predicting it will become embedded in every aspect of work.
Practical Prompting Framework: He developed a four-part method (KPCO) to help users ask Copilot the right questions—covering what, for whom, where, and how.
Excel’s Untapped Potential: Danilo sees Excel as a future powerhouse for AI integration, enabling data transformation without leaving the app.
Real-Time Translation in Teams: Teams Premium’s live translation is breaking language barriers in global workplaces, enhancing collaboration.
Overcoming AI Resistance: Danilo focuses on showing results—like faster HR interviews and improved productivity—to win over skeptics.

🧰 RESOURCES MENTIONED:
👉 Microsoft Copilot – https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/copilot
👉 Teams Premium – https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/premium
👉 Microsoft MVP YouTube Series - How to Become a Microsoft MVP - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzf0yupPbVkqdRJDPVE4PtTlm6quDhiu7

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