4 DAY LIVE CHALLENGE
SAVE DON'T SPEND CHALLENGE
4 days. 4 swaps. Over $1,000 a year saved.
Replace your pricey apps with built-in Microsoft 365 tools - and start saving time + money in just four days.
Next challenge starts Tuesday 20 January 2026
Stop paying for tools you already own
You're not the problem - your software stack is.
You've added new apps for forms, bookings, file sharing, and automation - but Microsoft 365 already does all of that (and better).
The truth? You're probably spending hundreds a year on tools that your existing setup could replace in minutes.
In this 4-day live challenge, I'll show you exactly how to make those swaps - simple, smart, and without the overwhelm.
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THIS CHALLENGE WILL HELP YOU...
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Save smarter (and fast)
Learn to swap paid tools for Microsoft 365 options you already have - saving you time, stress, and hundreds of dollars a year.
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Streamline your systems
Create simple, connected workflows that make sense - no fancy tech setup or IT degree required.
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Build real confidence
Discover how to make Microsoft 365 work for you, not against you - and finally feel in control of your tools again.
Here's how our 4 days play out
4 Days. 4 Swaps.
1 connected system.
Day 1 - Teams: Create a client or project portal
You'll set up a dedicated Teams space that keeps files, chats, and notes together. No more lost attachments or endless inbox hunting - just one calm, central hub.
Day 2 - Bookings: Simplify your scheduling
We'll build your first booking calendar (hello, discovery calls!) that syncs with your Outlook calendar automatically - and finally say goodbye to paid schedulers.
Day 3 - Planner: Build your go-to dashboard
Set up a Planner board to manage your key tasks, quick links, and recurring checklists - the one place you'll open up every morning to stay on track.
Day 4 - Power Automate: Connect it all
Watch your system come alive. You'll build a simple automation that creates a Planner task whenever a Teams message includes "Action Required" - real workflow magic that saves time instantly.
By the end of our 4 days together, you'll have built your own connected Microsoft 365 mini-ecosystem - one that saves you hours and over $1,000 a year in software subscription fees.
Why join the Save don't Spend challenge?
Right now, you're probably juggling too many apps, subscriptions and "quick fixes" that promised to save time - but just added more tabs (and invoices) to your day.
You don't need more software.
You need a smarter way to use the tools you've already got.
In this live 4-day challenge, I'll show you how to:
- Reclaim control of your workflow with built-in Microsoft tools you already pay for
- Save over $1,000 a year by cancelling overlapping subscriptions
- Understand how your tools connect - so you can stop relying on guesswork and Google
- Build real confidence without needing "IT Guy" energy
By the end, you'll see exactly how to swap your stack - simply, strategically, and stress-free.
Challenge Dates:
Tuesday 20 - Friday 23 January 2026 | Live daily at 10am QLD time (GMT+10)
Your investment
A tiny price for a HUGE saving!
Value $997
$47
AUD inc GST
(APPROX. $30 USD)
Nice to meet you
I'm Marianne Tansley
Systems Strategist and Microsoft 365 Specialist - and the founder of Thrive Admin Services.
For over two decades now, I've helped business owners, consultants, and support pros untangle messy systems and turn them into calm, connected workflows - first as an employee, and then as a business owner myself with Thrive.
From Excel dashboards that finally make sense to Teams spaces that actually get used, I'm obsessed with helping people see what's possible when your tools work together.
I built the Save don't Spend Challenge because I kept seeing brilliant admin professionals (team admins, EAs, PAs, and virtual superstars) juggling all the things, and having to learn and manage five different apps for things that Microsoft 365 has already covered. Once you understand how to use what you've got, everything changes - less tech clutter, fewer logins, and way more confidence.
Inside Thrive, my mission is simple: to create calm from chaos with systems you confidently control. Let me show you that you don't need fancy tech to manage a complicated business.
🪄 Because when your systems make sense, so does everything else.
Frequently Asked Questions
💡 How does the challenge work?
Each morning from Tuesday 20 to Friday 23 January, you'll receive a live 60-minute session (or replay if you can't join live). We'll focus on one Microsoft tool each day - Teams, Bookings, Planner and Power Automate - and you'll walk away with a working setup by the end of each session.
No jargon, no waffle - just guided action you can apply immediately.
📦 What's included?
4 live training sessions (plus replays until 6 February) - all hosted in Microsoft Teams
Daily workbooks to guide every step - no guesswork required
Extra resources from Thrive and Microsoft to support what you're learning and implementing
Access to our private Teams group for real-time support, accountability, and a little magic from me and your fellow challengers 🪄
💬 Will I get support?
Yes! You'll be invited to a private Teams group where you can ask questions, share your progress, and get my direct feedback throughout the week.
This isn't a faceless challenge - I'll be there with you each day, helping you make real progress.
⏰ What's the time commitment?
Each live session runs for about an hour, and every task is designed to be implemented as we go. You won't have homework piling up or hours of rewatching - you'll finish each day knowing it's already done.
Of course, if you want to tinker and play with your new setups, that's totally your call. Getting these things up and running is addictive in the best possible way... so don't be surprised if you find yourself diving back in for "just one more tweak". 😉
👩💻 Who is this for?
This challenge is designed for admin professionals - EAs, PAS, team admins, and virtual assistants - who want to simplify their systems and finally make Microsoft 365 work for them.
If you've ever thought "I must be missing something here..." when jumping between Outlook, Teams, and OneDrive, this is for you.
You don't need to be a tech guru - just someone who's ready to:
cut back on the endless app-switching
streamline client and team workflows
learn practical ways to save money and time (without needing IT's help)
By the end of the week, you'll not only know what tools to use - you'll actually be using them with confidence.
🎥 Can I watch the replays later?
Absolutely! All sessions will be recorded and available until 6 February 2026 - so you can catch up or revisit them whenever you need.
🔒 How do I join?
Simply click any of the "Join the Challenge" buttons on this page, provide your name and email address, make payment, and you'll get a confirmation email with all the links and info you need.