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  • September 23, 2026

    Tips & Tricks: Teams Part 7 | Share Your Screen Without the Surprises

    Screen sharing is one of the most-used features in Microsoft Teams, but a few simple settings can make it even better. In this video, Chris shows how to manage notifications while presenting so unexpected pop-ups don’t interrupt your meeting. He also reviews the different screen-sharing options available in Teams and how to choose the right […]

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  • September 09, 2026

    Tips & Tricks: Teams Part 6 | Better Audio for Better Meetings

    Background noise and audio problems can quickly disrupt a meeting, but Microsoft Teams includes tools to help. In Part 6 of our Teams Tips & Tricks series, Chris demonstrates how to use Background Noise Reduction, take advantage of Voice Isolation with Teams Premium, and use the Teams mobile app as a backup when your computer […]

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  • September 09, 2026

    Tips & Tricks: Teams Part 5 | Discover Shared Files and Storylines

    Did you know your Teams chats include tools that make it easier to find shared content and stay connected with coworkers? In Part 5 of our Teams Tips & Tricks series, Chris highlights the Shared and Storyline tabs in Teams. Learn how to quickly locate files and links shared with you, discover updates from colleagues […]

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  • August 20, 2026

    Tips & Tricks: Teams Part 4 | Turn Conversations into Action

    Learn how to quickly review documents shared with you in Teams chats, create Planner tasks directly from conversations, and keep important chats front and center by opening them in a separate window. These simple techniques can help you stay focused, capture action items, and collaborate more effectively throughout your day.

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  • August 05, 2026

    Tips & Tricks: Teams Part 3 | Small Features, Big Impact

    Ready to become a Teams power user? In this Tips & Tricks: Teams Part 3 clip, we highlight four quick features that can improve the way you collaborate. Discover how to mute chat notifications, flag urgent messages, adjust your view with zoom controls, and use reactions to engage in conversations without interrupting the flow of […]

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  • July 29, 2026

    Tips & Tricks: Teams Chats and Channels

    Did you know you can customize how chats and channels appear in Microsoft Teams? Streamline your workspace by combining chats and channels into a single view, organizing conversations into custom sections, and adding important contacts to your Favorites for quick access. These simple customization options can help you stay organized, reduce clutter, and keep the […]

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  • July 22, 2026

    Tips & Tricks: Teams Apps

    In this installment of Chris’s Tips & Tricks, discover how to make Teams work smarter for you. Chris shares how to add and pin apps for quick access, highlights the Meet app for managing meetings, and demonstrates how to find meeting notes, AI-generated summaries, mentions, and more. He also covers how to open files directly […]

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  • June 24, 2026

    Tips & Tricks: Outlook Part 2

    Looking to get more out of Outlook? In this latest Tips & Tricks video, Chris Wendt shares simple, practical shortcuts to make your meetings and daily workflow more efficient. Learn how to automatically record meetings so you never miss a detail, and explore the Groups app to better manage communication and collaboration across your team. […]

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  • June 16, 2026

    Tips & Tricks: Outlook Part 1

    Looking for a few easy Outlook wins? Chris’s latest Tips & Tricks video covers quick, practical shortcuts to save you time—like opening multiple Outlook views, pasting without formatting, and finding exactly what you need in your calendar faster. Plus, a quick tip for switching a single email to light mode when you need it most.

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  • February 04, 2026

    Tips & Tricks: Teams

    Welcome to SysconU: Tips & Tricks! Hosted by Chris Wendt, this series brings you quick, practical insights to help you get the most out of Windows 11 and Microsoft 365—straight from our popular webinar series! In this Tips & Tricks video, Chris explains how to add and pin apps in Teams, why he loves the […]

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