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Learn a new SharePoint tip in less time than it takes to drink your first cup of coffee.
I'm Greg Zelfond, a Microsoft MVP and independent SharePoint consultant. For 15+ years, I've helped small and mid-sized businesses and nonprofits build intranets and document management systems with out-of-the-box SharePoint - no custom code.
Each week I share one practical SharePoint or Microsoft 365 topic in about 10 minutes: features worth using, mistakes to avoid, step-by-step how-tos, and what Copilot means for your sites. Whether you're an overwhelmed admin, a site owner, or an everyday user, you'll know exactly what to click next.
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- 9 Ways to Create a List in SharePoint · 18 min. · Episode 288In this episode, I walk through the nine different ways you can create a list in SharePoint and explain when each one makes sense. I cover everything from a blank custom list to…
- Hub Sites vs. Subsites: 10 Reasons Hub Sites Win · 20 min. · Episode 287In this episode, I compare hub sites and subsites in SharePoint and walk through the ten reasons hub sites are the better choice today. I cover security, navigation, branding…
- Public vs. Private Teams: Which One Should You Use? · 10 min. · Episode 286In this episode, I explain the difference between public and private Microsoft 365 Groups and Teams, and how that single setting changes who can get into your SharePoint site. I…
- 5 Microsoft 365 Tools for Agile and Scrum Projects · 8 min. · Episode 285In this episode, I walk through the five Microsoft 365 tools you can use to manage Agile and Scrum projects: Planner, Planner Premium, the Loop Kanban board, Loop Tasks, and…
- Folders vs. Metadata in SharePoint: When to Use Each · 15 min. · Episode 284In this episode, I compare folders and metadata in SharePoint and walk through the pros and cons of each approach. I explain where folders still make perfect sense, where…
- 7 Ways to Create a Microsoft Form · 12 min. · Episode 283In this episode, I walk through the seven different ways to create a form in the Microsoft Forms application, from starting with a blank form or a template to uploading a Word or…
- Microsoft Lists vs. Excel: When Lists Wins · 14 min. · Episode 282In this episode, I compare Microsoft Lists and Excel and explain which one to reach for depending on what you are tracking. I walk through the advantages Lists brings to everyday…
- How to Launch a SharePoint Intranet in 5 Weeks · 12 min. · Episode 281In this episode, I walk through my five-week plan for implementing a SharePoint intranet - what happens each week, from kick-off and prototype through branding, site build, admin…
- 8 Ways to Improve Your SharePoint Site Design · 14 min. · Episode 280In this episode, I share 8 proven ways to improve the design of your SharePoint site - flexible sections, background images, design ideas, dividers and spacers, custom themes and…
- 3 Ways to Send Praise with Viva Insights · 7 min. · Episode 279In this episode, I explain how to send praise and recognition to colleagues using Viva Insights. I walk through the three ways to do it - the Viva Insights app, Microsoft Teams…
- How to Build a File Upload Intake Form in SharePoint · 10 min. · Episode 278In this episode, I explain how to create an intake form for file uploads in SharePoint - a simple way to collect documents along with the metadata you actually need. I walk…
- The 8 Pillars of a Solid SharePoint Information Architecture · 13 min. · Episode 277In this episode, I walk through the 8 core pillars of a successful SharePoint information architecture - flat architecture, site types, the number of sites and libraries…
- Understanding the 6 Security Groups in the SharePoint Admin Center · 10 min. · Episode 276In this episode, I explain the six security groups you see in the SharePoint Admin Center: Site Visitors, Site Members, Site Owners, Site Collection Admins, Group Members, and…
- The Site Assets Library in SharePoint: Are You Using It Right? · 13 min. · Episode 275In this episode, I explain what the Site Assets Library in SharePoint really is and walk through the 15 types of content that quietly end up in it - from logos and header images…
- The Top 5 SharePoint Mistakes Users Make · 10 min. · Episode 274In this episode, I walk through the top five mistakes I see users make in SharePoint - from dumping everything into one library and syncing too much, to wrong permissions, the…
- CAD Files in SharePoint: 6 Limitations You Need to Know · 7 min. · Episode 273In this episode, I explain why SharePoint isn't the best home for your CAD and AutoCAD files. I walk through six key limitations - from native app access and file dependencies to…
- Stop Overwriting Each Other: How SharePoint Check Out Actually Works · 15 min. · Episode 272In this episode, I explain how the Check Out feature in SharePoint works - what it does, when to use it instead of co-authoring, and how it helps you control edits, prevent…
- The Site Pages Library: Where All Your SharePoint Pages Actually Live · 11 min. · Episode 271In this episode, I explain what the Site Pages Library in SharePoint is, where to find it, the five types of content stored inside it, and the key nuances that make it different…
- Planner Premium Explained: What It Is and Why It Replaced Project for the Web · 9 min. · Episode 270In this episode, I explain what Planner Premium is, how it differs from regular Planner, and why it's really the rebranded Project for the Web - now evolving with Copilot and new…
- Don't Delete That Library: What Makes SharePoint's Default Document Library Special · 7 min. · Episode 269In this episode, I explain why every SharePoint site comes with a default document library, why you can't delete it, and the key rules to follow so you don't break your site or…
- 6 Powerful Web Parts to Create Click-Worthy Calls to Action in SharePoint · 9 min. · Episode 268Want users to take action on your SharePoint pages? In this episode, I break down 6 web parts you can use to create compelling calls to action. BLOG REFERENCES • 6 Web Parts to…
- 6 Smart Ways to Build an FAQ in SharePoint & Microsoft 365 · 16 min. · Episode 267Looking to create an effective FAQ in SharePoint or Microsoft 365? In this episode, I explore six practical ways to build and organize FAQs, from simple SharePoint pages and…
- 5 SharePoint Migration Mistakes That Can Derail Your Implementation · 8 min. · Episode 266Migrating to SharePoint? In this episode, I cover the 5 most common mistakes organizations make, from poor information architecture to confusing SharePoint with OneDrive or…
- Introducing LookBook 365: Where SharePoint Ideas Come to Life · 12 min. · Episode 265In this episode, I introduce my LookBook 365 Portfolio site. I walk through the inspiration behind it, how it showcases real-world SharePoint design ideas, and how you can use it…
- Stop Hunting for Files: Why You Should Pin SharePoint Libraries to Quick Access · 9 min. · Episode 264In this episode, I explain why pinning a document library to Quick Access is one of the simplest yet most overlooked productivity tips in SharePoint. I cover how it works, when…
- Stop Guessing Permissions: 5 Places Where SharePoint Security Is Actually Set · 15 min. · Episode 263In this episode, I break down the five key locations where SharePoint security is configured. BLOG REFERENCES • 5 Locations where you can set security in SharePoint NEED HELP?…
- Stop Losing Files: 5 Powerful Benefits of Version History in SharePoint · 11 min. · Episode 262In this episode, I explain why SharePoint version history is one of the most underrated features in Microsoft 365. I walk through five key benefits of version history and how it…
- Stop Wasting Time on SharePoint Manuals: Here’s What Actually Works · 11 min. · Episode 261In this episode, I explain why traditional SharePoint training manuals often fail and don’t deliver real value. I share what actually helps users learn SharePoint effectively and…
- Stop Struggling with Forms: 6 Easy Ways to Add Microsoft Forms to SharePoint · 10 min. · Episode 260In this episode, I walk through six different ways to add a Microsoft Form to a SharePoint site. I explain where each option works best, the limitations to watch out for, and how…
- Understanding the 5 Types of Plans in Microsoft Planner · 18 min. · Episode 259In this episode, I break down the five different types of plans available in Microsoft Planner. From personal task tracking to Microsoft 365 Group collaboration and premium…
- SharePoint’s New Versioning Settings - Are You Using Them Right? · 16 min. · Episode 258In this episode, I walk you through the updated version history settings in SharePoint Online, how to configure them, what new options Microsoft added, and how to get control…
- Got offices around the globe? Here are 5 easy ways to show them in SharePoint. · 10 min. · Episode 257In this episode, I walk you through five simple and effective methods to display office locations in SharePoint, from interactive maps to clean list galleries and location pages…
- Struggling with Messy SharePoint Navigation? Here Are 12 Ways to Fix It. · 23 min. · Episode 256In this episode, I break down 12 practical, real-world ways to improve navigation in SharePoint Online, from simplifying your hub structure to cleaning up your menus, organizing…
- Want Smarter Metadata in SharePoint? Discover the Term Store’s 14 Power Features. · 27 min. · Episode 255In this episode, I dive into the top 14 features of the SharePoint Term Store — from hierarchical tagging and synonyms to multi-language support and global reuse. If you’ve ever…
- Need Better Collaboration for Your Nonprofit? Try SharePoint. · 12 min. · Episode 254In this episode, I explain why SharePoint is a powerful, affordable platform for nonprofits — from centralized document storage and secure access to better volunteer coordination…
- Want to Work Smarter in SharePoint? Try These 4 Copilot Commands. · 8 min. · Episode 253In this episode, I walk you through four powerful Copilot commands you can start using today - like Summarize, Ask a Question, Compare, and Generate FAQ - to get more done in…
- Planning a SharePoint Rollout? Avoid These 5 Critical Mistakes. · 10 min. · Episode 252In this episode, I walk you through the 5 biggest don’ts I’ve seen in SharePoint implementations, so you can skip the common pitfalls and set up your environment right the first…
- Want WordPress-Style Layouts in SharePoint? Try Flexible Sections. · 10 min. · Episode 251In this episode, I break down SharePoint’s new Flexible Sections - a simple but powerful feature that finally gives you the layout freedom you’ve always wanted. If you’ve ever…
- Task Management in Microsoft 365: What Are Your Options? · 16 min. · Episode 250Need to manage tasks but not sure where to start? In this episode, I walk through the different task management tools available in SharePoint and Microsoft 365, from Planner to…
- 5 Truths About Learning SharePoint (That No One Tells You) · 13 min. · Episode 249Learning SharePoint isn’t always easy or fast. In this episode, I share five real-world truths about what it actually takes to learn SharePoint, so you can manage your…
- Team Site Makeover: 10+ Web Parts to Bring It to Life · 15 min. · Episode 248Not sure what to add to your SharePoint Team Site? In this episode, I share some of my favorite web parts to make your site more functional, collaborative, and visually engaging…
- Rolling Out SharePoint? Here’s the Right Way to Do It. · 12 min. · Episode 247Implementing SharePoint in your organization isn’t just about spinning up sites, it’s about doing it right. In this episode, I share best practices to make your SharePoint…
- Calendars in SharePoint & Microsoft 365: What Are Your Options? · 17 min. · Episode 246Looking to add a calendar to your SharePoint site? In this episode, I walk you through the various calendar options available in SharePoint and Microsoft 365, and help you pick…
- Private & Shared Channel Sites: Handle with Care! · 12 min. · Episode 245Private and Shared channels in Teams come with their own SharePoint sites, and they’re not your average sites. In this episode, I explain why you should think twice before…
- Is SharePoint Secure? Let’s Break It Down. · 13 min. · Episode 244One of the most common questions I get is: “Is SharePoint secure?” In this episode, I explain how Microsoft secures your data, what you’re responsible for as an admin, and how to…
- Tame the Chaos: SharePoint Document Management Best Practices · 24 min. · Episode 243Managing documents in SharePoint doesn't have to be messy. In this episode, I share key best practices to keep your files organized, searchable, secure, and…
- Microsoft 365 Groups Explained (Without the Headache) · 14 min. · Episode 242Ever wonder what a Microsoft 365 Group actually is? In this episode, I break it down in plain English (with a bit of my Eastern European accent), what it is, what it gives you…
- Why SharePoint Isn’t Meant for Public Websites (and What to Use Instead) · 10 min. · Episode 241Thinking about using SharePoint for your public-facing website? Sorry, you are out of luck. BLOG REFERENCES • Why you can’t use SharePoint as a public web NEED HELP? Want to…
- Guests Welcome! 3 Ways to Set Up Access in SharePoint & Teams. · 12 min. · Episode 240Need to give clients or partners access to your SharePoint site or Teams? In this episode, I walk through three ways to set up guest access - so you can collaborate securely…
- SharePoint for Frontline Workers: How to Make It Work · 10 min. · Episode 239Think SharePoint is just for desk jobs? Think again! In this episode, I share how to make SharePoint accessible and useful for non-office workers like retail staff, field crews…
