Handle Your Tasks with These M365 Copilot Prompts

An intricate, steampunk-style robot meticulously writing on paper, symbolizing the seamless integration of AI and human creativity in productivity tasks, perfect for enhancing efficiency with M365 Copilot prompts.
Steampunk robot writing with gears and cogs, representing AI-driven productivity in M365 Copilot prompts.

I’d like to share my favorite M365 Copilot prompts. These prompts help streamline tasks, prioritize work, and stay on top of leads and emails. They’re designed to be versatile for various roles, not just sales.

Task Management and Reporting Prompts

Daily Checklist and Time Management

  1. Create a daily checklist: Generate a daily checklist based on my upcoming meetings and emails, prioritize by impact, and allocate time blocks for focused work.
  2. Identify top tasks: From the daily checklist, identify the top three tasks requiring immediate attention. Suggest the most efficient sequence to tackle them and draft a brief update email summarizing the progress on these tasks.
  3. Task alignment and scheduling: Identify tasks aligned with my role as a [insert title or role description] and schedule them according to my energy levels throughout the day, ensuring high-impact tasks are placed in my peak productivity windows.

Lead Management Copilot Prompts

Open Leads and Actions

  1. Check for open leads: Review my emails and Teams for any open leads.
  2. Pending actions on leads: Examine my emails and Teams for any actions pending, specifically looking for open leads and opportunities with customers.
  3. Create a report on leads: Investigate my SharePoint, emails, and Teams to create a succinct report for the leadership team on my work, achievements, and progress in closing leads, including relevant impact numbers.

Email Management Copilot Prompt

Customer Email Summary

  • Summarize customer emails: Provide a table with any emails received from [time period] from [customer domain] and a summary of each email with any required action items.

These prompts can significantly improve productivity and ensure that you stay organized and proactive in managing your tasks and communications.


If you like these M365 Copilot prompts, check out my tutorial on how to use Copilot in Excel. If you’re interested in learning more about the impact of AI, check out my book Decisively Digital (Amazon). Stay tuned for more updates!

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Effizienter Arbeiten mit Microsoft Copilot Lab: Beispiel-Prompts für eine smartere KI-Nutzung

Microsoft Copilot Lab – neue Anlaufstelle zu einer effizienteren und kreativeren Arbeitsweise mit KI-unterstützten Tools.
Microsoft Copilot Lab – neue Anlaufstelle zu einer effizienteren und kreativeren Arbeitsweise mit KI-unterstützten Tools.

Microsoft hat vor wenigen Tagen eine neue Plattform für Generative KI vorgestellt: das Copilot Lab. Als Autor des Buches KI für Content Creation sehe ich hier einen wichtigen Schritt, um Anwendern den Umgang mit KI näherzubringen. Das Copilot Lab bietet eine Fülle von Ressourcen, die darauf ausgerichtet sind, die Benutzererfahrung mit Microsofts KI-Assistenten, Copilot, zu verbessern.

Microsoft Copilot Lab steigert KI-Kompetenz

Das Copilot Lab ist das Ergebnis des Bestrebens, eine Schnittstelle zwischen fortschrittlicher Technologie und deren Anwendern zu schaffen. Es ist ein Platz, der darauf ausgerichtet ist, KI-Kompetenz, also das Wissen und die Skills, die für den effizienten Einsatz von KI notwendig sind, zu vermitteln.

Microsoft hat im Copilot Lab umfangreichen Ressourcen zusammengetragen, um Anwendern das umfassende Potential der KI näherzubringen. Training-Videos, vorgefertigte Prompts und diverse Tipps und Tricks – das Copilot Lab bietet ein breites Spektrum an Materialien, die zum Entdecken einladen.

Angefangen bei instruktiven Videos auf der Landingpage des Copilot Labs, die Einblicke in die Grundlagen des Microsoft KI-Assistenten geben, bis hin zu spezifischen Anleitungen, wie Benutzer ihre Aufgaben in Microsoft 365 effektiv erledigen können:

Praktische Prompts für den Alltag in Copilot Lab

Das Copilot Lab bietet eine Auswahl an Beispiel-Prompts für die unterschiedlichsten Anwendungen – von OneNote über Outlook bis hin zu PowerPoint. Die Nutzer können durch diese navigieren, um Anregungen zu erhalten, wie sie den Copiloten am besten in ihre tägliche Arbeit integrieren können.

Für Einsteiger in die Welt der KI-Chatbots ist der Abschnitt Eingabeaufforderung – eine Kunst besonders wertvoll. Hier werden Nutzern Tools und Artikel an die Hand gegeben, die aufzeigen, wie man effektive Prompts formuliert und somit die besten Ergebnisse aus KI-Chatbots erzielt.

Das Copilot Lab verdeutlicht die Unterschiede zwischen den zahlreichen Copilot-Produkten, wie dem eigenständigen Chatbot Copilot und der Integration in Microsoft 365, Windows 11 sowie Microsoft Edge. Dadurch können Nutzer das für sie passende KI-Tool auswählen.

Screenshot des Microsoft Copilot Labs, der eine Auswahl an Prompts zeigt, wie man alltägliche Aufgaben wie die Erstellung einer Einkaufsliste oder das Hinzufügen eines Bildes zu einem Dokument mit Hilfe von künstlicher Intelligenz vereinfachen kann.
Screenshot des Microsoft Copilot Labs, der eine Auswahl an Prompts zeigt, wie man alltägliche Aufgaben wie die Erstellung einer Einkaufsliste oder das Hinzufügen eines Bildes zu einem Dokument mit Hilfe von künstlicher Intelligenz vereinfachen kann.

Weiterführend: KI für Content Creation

Wer noch tiefer in die Thematik der KI-gestützten Content-Erstellung eintauchen möchte, dem lege ich mein neues Buch KI für Content Creation (aktuell Platz 1 der Neuerscheinungen im Bereich KI) ans Herz. Es bietet praxisnahe Einblicke in die Integration von KI in kreative Prozesse und berücksichtigt dabei wichtige ethische Aspekte.

Das Copilot Lab öffnet Ihnen die Tür zu einer Welt, in der KI nicht nur unterstützt, sondern auch inspiriert. Entdecken Sie mehr auf Copilot Lab und nutzen Sie das volle Potenzial Ihres KI-Assistenten.

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Newsletter: Data & AI Digest #3

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Welcome to the latest edition of the ‚Data & AI Digest‘, where we voyage through the cascading waves of data and AI innovations. This edition is brimming with fresh advancements, critical discussions, and a sprinkle of controversy that showcases the dynamic nature of our field. Let’s delve into the highlights:

  1. [Generative AI] OpenAI’s DALL-E 3 Revolution: OpenAI unveils the third iteration of its acclaimed DALL-E visual art platform. Experience enhanced contextual understanding, seamless ChatGPT integration, and bolstered security in this generative marvel: Dive deeper.
  2. [Microsoft] AI Integration in Windows 11: Microsoft introduces Copilot, bringing the prowess of GPT-4 to Windows 11. Engage with this new AI assistant across various applications and discover Bing’s support for DALL.E 3: Explore Copilot.
  3. [ChatGPT] Internet-Savvy ChatGPT: OpenAI supercharges ChatGPT with real-time internet scanning capabilities, ensuring your interactions are backed by the most recent information. Discover the new browsing rules ensuring respectful web interaction: Unveil the update.
  4. [Finance AI] Morgan Stanley’s Wealth Management AI: In collaboration with OpenAI, Morgan Stanley is launching a generative AI chatbot aimed at revolutionizing wealth management. Explore this new virtual assistant’s journey from conception to deployment: Read more.
  5. [Meta] AI-Powered Creativity Unleashed: Meta unfolds new AI experiences across its app ecosystem. Dive into the AI-powered assistants, characters, and creative tools enriching digital interactions: Discover more.
  6. [Artistic Stand] AI Image Generation Sparks Debate: Chinese artists rally against a major social media platform over AI-generated imagery concerns. Uncover the discourse between creativity and AI: Join the discussion.
  7. [Google] Privacy-Forward AI Training: Google unveils an opt-out feature for publishers wary of contributing to AI training datasets. Explore the implications for data privacy and AI development: Learn more.
  8. [Amazon] Generative AI on Amazon Bedrock: AWS heralds a new era of generative AI innovation with the rollout of Amazon Bedrock. Uncover the powerful new offerings accelerating the AI frontier: Explore Bedrock.

If you found value in this edition, share the knowledge with colleagues and friends. For those keen on diving deeper into discussions and networking, the LinkedIn Data & AI Hub awaits your insights. Until the next issue, where we’ll venture further into the data and AI cosmos, thank you for your continued support and curiosity.

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4 Years at Microsoft: AI, Power BI, and A Future Full of Possibilities

Me at Microsoft Redmond campus - Celebrating 4 years at Microsoft
Me at Microsoft Redmond campus – Celebrating 4 years at Microsoft

Today marks my 4-year anniversary at Microsoft. Reflecting on this milestone, I’m filled with gratitude for a year that has been the most turbulent and exhilarating of my career. The integration of AI into our products has been groundbreaking, and the velocity of development has been extraordinary. Here’s a look back at last year’s achievements.

The Year of AI: A Game Changer for Microsoft

  1. AI Integration Across Products: This year, AI has found its way into almost every product, transforming the way we work, interact, and innovate. The collaboration with OpenAI has brought additional excitement and potential to our AI initiatives.
  2. GPT-4 and Bing: As I highlighted in GPT-4 Launches Today: The Rise of Generative AI from Neural Networks to DeepMind and OpenAI, Bing’s integration of GPT-4 has significantly enhanced its search capabilities, providing more accurate and personalized results.
  3. The Rise of Generative AI: Microsoft’s partnership with OpenAI focuses on democratizing AI models like GPT and DALL-E. We’ve already integrated GPT into Power BI and are actively developing integrations across products, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Teams. Read more about The Rise of Generative AI here.
  4. Power BI Mastery: My latest book, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Power BI (Amazon), is designed to help users of all levels master this robust data visualization software. It’s part of Microsoft’s commitment to making powerful tools accessible and user-friendly. The book is a testament to our shared mission to empower every person. Learn more about mastering Power BI here.

Looking Forward: Embracing the Future with a Growth Mindset

The people around me have made this journey truly special. From motivating work to a team I love and leadership I respect, the human aspect has been the cornerstone of my Microsoft experience. The future holds exciting challenges, and it’s the wisdom, creativity, and passion of our team that fills me with optimism.

I’m sure the coming years will continue to be fast-paced, filled with innovation and growth. With an extraordinary team by my side, I look forward to embracing the challenges and joys ahead.

Stay Connected: Follow Me for More Insights on Microsoft, AI, and Power BI

The experiences we’ve shared have shaped me, and I’m grateful for every moment. I invite you to join our ongoing conversation about AI, digital transformation, Power BI, and more. Follow me on Twitter and LinkedIn, and let’s continue learning together.

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AI Insights and Inspiration: My Story of Becoming a LinkedIn Top Voice with 30,000 Followers

Screenshot of Alexander Loth's LinkedIn profile, displaying the LinkedIn Top Voice badge, alongside the milestone achievement of 30,000 followers.
My LinkedIn profile, displaying the LinkedIn Top Voice badge, alongside the milestone achievement of 30,000 followers. Thank you very much!

I’m overjoyed to share an exciting milestone in my journey as a digital strategist and data scientist: my LinkedIn account has now reached a milestone of 30,000 followers! This achievement is more than just a number – it symbolizes a thriving community of enthusiasts passionate about data, AI, and digital transformation. The icing on the cake? Being recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice in AI, an accolade that underscores my commitment to this fascinating field.

The surge in followers came on the heels of my inspiring ACM talk on Generative AI—a topic that captivates and challenges the norms of technology and creativity. This talk was more than a presentation of the work of our Microsoft AI For Good Lab; it was an invitation to explore the endless possibilities that AI brings to our world.

I cannot express enough gratitude for the overwhelming response to my book 📘 Decisively Digital  (➡️ Amazon). Each page was crafted with the intent to guide, enlighten, and inspire. Your support and feedback have been pivotal in its success.

What makes this journey truly remarkable is you – my followers, peers, and fellow enthusiasts. Our shared passion for data, AI, and digital technology has created a unique and vibrant community. Engaging with you, sharing insights, and learning from your perspectives has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my career.

One of the most exciting initiatives has been the #datamustread book club. Witnessing your engagement, the dynamic discussions, and how we are collectively uncovering the potential of data and analytics to shape our world is nothing short of inspiring.

As LinkedIn’s Top Voice in AI, I look forward to continuing our journey of discovery and discussion. Your thoughts, ideas and contributions are the lifeblood of this community. Let’s keep the momentum going and dive deeper into the realms of AI and digital innovation.

Thank you, each and every one of you, for your unwavering support and enthusiasm. Together, let’s take the road to the next 30,000 followers and beyond, making every step a leap toward a more informed, innovative, and inspired digital world.