Microsoft MVP Secrets & Community Super-powers: Power Hour Podcast #27 - Cat Schneider

What really happens after you earn Microsoft MVP status? 🎖️
Cat Schneider went from Florida state-government analyst to Power Platform wizard, MVP, and accessibility champion.

In this episode she reveals how community involvement (plus a dash of ADHD-fueled curiosity) accelerated her career - and how you can tap the same playbook.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
- The real mindset behind becoming an MVP (hint: it’s not the badge)
- Practical ways introverts can network at conferences - without the awkwardness
- Cat’s favorite accessibility tips (why screen-reader-friendly, emoji-heavy UX)
- Why “don’t be a gatekeeper” should be every maker’s mantra
- The origin story of the UX/UI Allies user group and how to get involved

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – Cat Schneider’s origin story
03:03 – Discovering the Power Platform & community
05:46 – Conference adventures (dino suits included)
08:56 – First steps to contributing back
11:57 – Accessibility best practices for makers
14:51 – Networking tips for introverts
17:59 – Demystifying the MVP journey
20:58 – The true essence of “Most Valuable Professional”
30:08 – Life changes & renewal realities
32:13 – Why contribution beats recognition
33:36 – Navigating career transitions
39:19 – Overcoming self-doubt
46:06 – Launching the Accessibility User Group
51:04 – Screen readers & inclusive design

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Connect with Cat!
- Website: https://yerawizardcat.com/
- Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/yerawizardcat.com
- GitHub: https://github.com/CatSchneider
- Power Platform Community: https://community.powerplatform.com/profile/?userid=fa97e172-195b-ed11-9562-00224827e576
- Sessionize Speaker Profile: https://sessionize.com/cat-schneider/
- Community Days Speaker Profile: www.communitydays.org/profile/spk/2950895c-2b39-4d97-b493-c0addcf73985

Upcoming Events:
- Community Summit NA (Orlando, FL | October 19-23): https://www.summitna.com/csna25/
- Power Platform Community Conference (Las Vegas, NV | October 28-30): https://powerplatformconf.com/#!/register (Use MVPSCHNEIDER for $100 off registration)
- European SharePoint Conference (Dublin, Ireland | December 1-4): https://www.sharepointeurope.com/
- Workplace Ninjas US (Dallas, TX | December 9-10): https://workplaceninjas.us/registration/

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