Microsoft 365 Tip of the Week

Tip of the Week: Power Automate, Ciphertext, and Copilot for Taxes

Written by Aaron Kreps | Jan 8, 2026 6:00:01 PM
  • Quickly build your first workflow using Microsoft Power Automate.
  • What ciphertext is and why it matters for encryption and data security
  • Use Copilot to create a detailed tax checklist in minutes with AI. 


 

Microsoft 365

Power Automate is Microsoft’s workflow creation and automation platform for Microsoft 365, designed to help users streamline repetitive tasks and connect everyday apps. While building workflows can feel confusing or tedious at first, this video breaks it down step by step, showing how to create a simple workflow and confidently get started with Power Automate.

Title: Add Clickable 'LINK TO ITEM' in Email for Power Automate Flow

Viewing Time: about 3 minutes


Checkout Office Skills with Amy: https://www.youtube.com/@officeskillswithamy

 

Cybersecurity

Alongside staying current on cyber threats, it is just as important to understand the terminology behind security concepts. One term that often comes up in encryption discussions is ciphertext. This video explains what ciphertext is, how it is created, and why it plays a critical role in keeping sensitive data protected. Understanding these basics can make cybersecurity conversations far less intimidating.

Title: What Is Ciphertext?

Viewing Time: about 2 minutes

Checkout Keeper Security: https://www.youtube.com/@Keepersecurity  

 

AI

Finally, while taxes may always be a long and tedious process, AI can help reduce some of the stress. This week’s bonus video shows how to use Copilot to quickly build a detailed tax checklist in just minutes. By leveraging AI for organization and planning, you can save time and approach tax season with a little more confidence.

Title: Build a tax document checklist with Copilot in Word 

Viewing Time: about 1 minute

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