Dan Barber
Founder & Principal Consultant @ Strathos | Microsoft BizApps MVP (x3) | Coach | Mentor | Speaker | Advisor | Strategist
Bristol, United Kingdom
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A passionate and long-standing contributor to the Dynamics and Power Platform community, I bring over 20 years of hands-on experience in technology and consulting. From leading global system integrators to building high-growth practices and now leading my own business, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside brilliant minds on transformative projects—and picked up a few hard-earned lessons along the way. I love to share this knowledge and experience through my community activities with The Dynamics 365 & Power Platform User Group communities together with mentoring and coaching through both official channels such as Women In Power the Power Platform School as well an informal channels.
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Unlocking Collective Brilliance: The Human Side of High Performance
High-performing teams aren’t just efficient—they’re the most rewarding, engaging & energizing environments to be part of. When people feel seen, supported, and empowered, they don’t just deliver results—they thrive.
In this session, we’ll explore the human dynamics that fuel exceptional team performance, focusing on how understanding and meeting the real needs of your team members creates a culture of trust, fun, and shared success.
Whether you’re leading a team or part of one, you’ll learn:
- How to foster a culture of shared accountability and psychological safety
- What motivates individuals—and how to tap into it
- How empathy, clarity, and emotional intelligence drive performance
- Practical strategies to build teams that are not only effective, but deeply enjoyable to work in
This session is for anyone who believes that great teams should feel great to be part of. You’ll leave with actionable insights to help your team not just perform, but become the kind of team people are proud to belong to—and excited to show up for.
7 or So Habits of Highly Effective Consultants
After 20 years in the industry, I’ve seen first-hand that technical expertise alone doesn’t make a great consultant. The real differentiators? The habits, mindsets, and interpersonal strategies that shape how we engage with clients, teams, and complex challenges.
This is why in this this session I walk you through a set of recurring patterns—drawn from experience, coaching, observing exceptional peers, broad reading content, and plenty of trial and error—so that you can consistently elevate the impact of your consulting interactions. These habits are practical, adaptable, and immediately actionable.
Whether you're a seasoned consultant or just starting out, you’ll leave with a toolkit of proven techniques to:
- Build trust and credibility
- Navigate ambiguity with confidence
- Communicate with clarity and influence
- Foster collaborative problem-solving
- Reflect and grow continuously
If you're ready to sharpen your consulting edge and take your professional development to the next level, this session is your launchpad.
How to recognise and deal with the Imposter Syndrome devil 👿 on your shoulder
Many of us feel that overwhelming burden of I'm not good enough, I'm faking it, I'm not worthy. The good news is that in reality it probably means exactly the opposite and it's your impression not others. During the session we will cover, What Imposter Syndrome is, Why it exists, How to recognise it, How to support others who are experiencing it and How to navigate your way past it. We will share experiences, tools, tips and tricks prepare for it, and deal with it.
Unleashing Potential: Leading and growing a successful high-performing practice
Building a profitable, high-performing practice isn’t just about technical excellence—it’s about unlocking the full potential of your people, processes, and purpose.
In this session, I’ll share the proven strategies and leadership principles I’ve refined over two decades of growing successful teams and practices. We’ll explore how to:
Craft and execute a clear, scalable strategy
Build a culture that attracts and retains top talent
Streamline service delivery for impact and margin
Lead with clarity, confidence, and commercial acumen
Whether you're launching a new venture, scaling an existing operation, stepping into a leadership role or aspiring to one, this session will equip you with actionable insights to build a practice that thrives—commercially and culturally.
Expect real-world examples, practical frameworks, and a few uncomfortable questions that challenge conventional thinking. Are you ready to lead beyond the numbers?
Shaping the Future of Delivery: Three Leadership Routes Beyond SA
Becoming a recognised Solution Architect is a milestone worth celebrating, and one to be incredibly proud of - but what comers next for those who want more?
If you're driven to expand your influence, elevate your leadership, or shape the future of technology delivery, this session is your strategic compass.
In this session I will explore the the three most common - and potentially rewarding - routes beyond SA;
- Enterprise Architecture: Designing systems that scale across organisations
- Team Leadership: Building high-performing teams and shaping delivery culture
- Practice Management: Driving strategy, growth, and operational excellence
Through real-world insights, personal experience, and practical guidance, this session will help you:
- Understand the skills and mindset shifts each path demands
- Anticipate the challenges and opportunities ahead
- Make informed decisions about your next chapter
Whether you're actively planning your next move, planning your development path or simply curious about what’s possible, you’ll leave with clarity, confidence, and a roadmap to take your career to the next level.
Reclaiming Confidence: AI as Your Ally Against Imposter Syndrome
Imposter Syndrome affects 7 out of 10 professionals—from rising stars to seasoned leaders—quietly undermining confidence, amplifying self-doubt, and holding back potential. But what if the very tool that’s reshaping our industries—AI—could also be a positive force to tackle IS?
We will start by tackling the elephant in the room "..but I don't have a license!" by exploring the freely available AI tools and tiers. We then delve into how with some prompt wizardry they can become powerful allies in identifying, understanding, and overcoming the most common triggers of imposter syndrome. Whether it’s reframing negative self-talk, getting you off the start line, preparing for high-stakes conversations, or building a more confident mindset, you’ll discover how AI can support you in real-time, like a non-judgemental BFF in your pocket.
You’ll walk away with:
- Awareness of the variety of freely available AI tools to support you
- An understanding of the most common trait of IS and worked examples of how to deal with them
- A downloadable “Imposter Syndrome Prompt Cookbook” packed with real-world examples, prompts, and exercises used in the session—and many more to explore on your own.
This session is designed to be fun, empowering, and deeply practical. Whether you’re new to AI or already experimenting, you’ll leave with fresh insights, renewed confidence, and a toolkit to help you and those around you thrive.
The Human Hack: The Future of Consulting Culture
This isn’t about tools, templates, frameworks, or even just the latest AI technologies it’s about people and mindset. In this honest and practical session, we explore how as consultants and delivery leads, we can rediscover and develop better consulting cultures in a world obsessed with tools and delivery speed.
Expect a candid conversation as two seasoned leaders in the Microsoft consulting community are interviewed by a fellow highly experienced leader. The session will be filled with, stories, audience Q&A, and actionable advice you can put straight into action back on your projects and in your teams. Bring your questions and get involved.
You’ll leave with new ways to:
Sharpen your critical thinking skills and learn how to ask the right questions to get to the true root of a problem.
Build strong, trusting relationships with clients by encouraging open communication, curiosity, and teamwork.
Make sure your work delivers clear, measurable business value by considering its impact on people, processes, and technology.
If you’ve ever felt like your work was technically perfect but somehow missed the mark, this session will show you why and how to fix it. Take away new ways to think, lead, and consult that make your engagements more rewarding, your impact more visible, and your career genuinely fulfilling.
AI is driving a significant shift in the consulting landscape, encouraging a heightened focus on tools, templates, and frameworks risking the loss of the human experience and mindset. Don’t let yourself drift into transactional delivery. Join us to reclaim the mission, rebuild the mindset, and become the kind of consultant the industry desperately needs.
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Dan Barber
Founder & Principal Consultant @ Strathos | Microsoft BizApps MVP (x3) | Coach | Mentor | Speaker | Advisor | Strategist
Bristol, United Kingdom
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