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Streamline Workflows with Microsoft Power Automate
I recently completed training sessions in Microsoft Planner and part of the session we discuss the usage of Power Automate to streamline workflows. Many people ...
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How to create a WordPress website
I am often asked about how to create a WordPress website from scratch. As a trainer and a web designer this is a very common ...
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Top 6 features of Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Excel is one of those programs that once you start you can’t stop. It is a treasure trove of great features which can speed ...
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Squarespace vs WordPress: 5 Comparisons
I recently conducted an SEO audit for a new client. The audit included 10 different websites using a combination of Squarespace and WordPress. Even though ...
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Why you need WordPress security
Table of Contents WordPress is by far the most popular content management system available on the Internet to date. As a website designer, I chose ...
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How to stay safe online
Online safety continues to be a hot topic in the media and in general. Let's explore ways that you can stay safe online.
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What is Microsoft Forms?
Table of Contents Microsoft Forms is part of the Microsoft 365 suite of products. It is an online tool which provides users with the ability ...
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Top 5 features of Microsoft Word
When it comes to computer training sessions, Microsoft Word is often left out of the planning process. Most people know that Word provides those basic ...
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What is a Pivot Table in Excel?
If you’ve been working with Excel for any period of time you may have heard the phrase “Pivot Table” and wondered what it is. The ...
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Discover how to Morph in PowerPoint?
Have you discovered the new Morph transition in PowerPoint? If you haven’t then you are in for a real treat! Most people know about the ...
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Improve Time Management with the Outlook Calendar
Although Outlook is known for being the #1 email software program available, I find that its other features tend to be forgotten. One such function ...
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Why are there two versions of WordPress?
Did you know there are two WordPress versions? Maybe you’ve seen references to WordPress.org and WordPress.com and wondered why there are two entirely separate websites? Maybe ...
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What is Microsoft Planner?
Microsoft Planner is part of the Microsoft 365 suite of applications. Planner provides a simple, yet very effective way to manage teamwork and tasks. Microsoft ...
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Basic SEO practices for website design
Quite often enquiries coming in through my website or via social media contain a common request. “I’d like to rank on page 1 of Google ...
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Using Microsoft Teams in the Primary Classroom
The past 12 months have seen a huge increase in our reliance on online learning platforms. With various lockdown stages across the country, and worldwide, ...
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How to improve productivity using OneNote
Table of Contents What is OneNote? Microsoft OneNote is a free program offering users an in-depth and flexible way to write notes, drawings, save video ...
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What is Xlookup in Excel?
XLOOKUP is the new kid on the block for lookup functions in Microsoft Excel. It was first introduced back in 2019 as part of Microsoft ...
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Microsoft in Education Global Training Partner
In November 2020 we were welcomed as a member of the Microsoft in Education Global Training Partner network. To say we were a little excited would ...
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How to learn WordPress
A common question I see online is “what is the best way to learn WordPress?”. As someone who has over 16 years of web design ...
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12 Excel Formulas you should master
Table of Contents There is no doubt that Excel formulas are a huge reason why people turn to Excel for data analysis. The ability to ...
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Learn Microsoft Teams shortcuts
According to Business Insider, Microsoft Teams hit 75 million active daily users as of April 2020. This number jumped by 31 million users in just ...
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The Benefits of Upskilling Staff Computer Skills
As of late 2018, the global usage of Microsoft Office 365 was at 56%. This is an increase of 22% from 2016, which means as ...
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How to use Microsoft Teams
Whether you’re a team member in a business, a student, or a remote worker, understanding how to use Microsoft Teams effectively can greatly enhance your ...
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What is Microsoft Sway?
Microsoft Sway is part of the Microsoft 365 (formerly called Office 365) range of programs. It aims to provide users with a way to create ...
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Learn Excel Shortcuts
I LOVE shortcuts, there is no doubt about it. Every single course I teach covers some of the shortcuts available within the program and I ...
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Why WordPress updates are so important
As the popularity of WordPress continues to grow year after year, it is important to understand the ongoing needs of your website. A website is ...
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2019 Wrap Up
It’s that time of the year when we usually reflect back on the year that was. What we achieved, what we didn’t achieve. The highs ...
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New Logo, New Website
After an epic 7 months, I am finally able to say that my new business logo and a new website are here. I have definitely ...
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Our new logo is on its way
Beltan Consultancy has been trading since March 2000 and during that time I’ve stuck with my original logo branding. This month, in fact, this coming ...
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Microsoft Ignite Sydney 2019 – Wrap up
Last month I attended Microsoft Ignite Sydney. I thought I would take this opportunity to makes some notes about the whole experience and the sessions ...
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