I swear I did not change a setting, but I’ve started experiencing the following behaviour with the Outlook client in Windows 11, that replaced the Mail app: Click on the ellipse (three dots … ) in an email, next to the forward, reply buttons Select Report then either Report Junk or Report Phishing Immediately receive…
Using the Microsoft Surface Dial to edit videos in Camtasia
One of the best purchases I ever made was the Microsoft Surface Dial – it pays for itself every time I need to edit videos on my Windows computer in Camtasia Studio. The Surface Dial is a handy interface device for Windows even without the on-screen capability you get with devices like the Surface Studio.…
My home office setup for video recording and remote presenting
My role at Microsoft has always been primarily a remote role, from home. But as travel has decreased, the amount of time I spend on video has dramatically increased, and that’s not just from meetings. Many technical presentations are pre-recorded (and moderated live when aired), or delivered live to camera, and I also record short…
So you’re now a remote presenter!
Congratulations on your virtual event! See my tips for remote presentations and online public speaking.
Cloud Advocacy with no conferences?
The public face of a Cloud Advocacy role looks a lot like planes and conference venues. So in the midst of the COVID-19 virus, what exactly does my role look like? Fortunately, travel was only ever one part of this fun job I get to do for Microsoft. A large portion of the ‘not so…
It’s not brain surgery
With rest, I regain my perspective. I had a big lead-up to taking some time off. Then that turned out to be a little more stressful than we had planned. But I got to spend some dedicated time with the people I love the most, where I didn’t have to check emails. Bliss. I beat…