Running the office, operations, or the whole damn business - and still stuck untangling the digital mess?
Microsoft 365 was meant to make things easier, but instead it's just another thing to wrangle.
Sound familiar?
This is for the ones who:
Handle the calendar, inbox, spreadsheets, systems
Keep the team moving, and the business afloat
Are smart, capable, and absolutely over wasting time on tech that should just work
It's time for practical, real-world Microsoft 365 support - no jargon, no IT team required.
Thrive Academy
Best for: Admin professionals and business owners who want consistent support, community, and confidence.
Finally feel in control of Microsoft 365 - and your workload.
Inside this program, you'll get the tools, training, and accountability to stop wasting time and start using your Microsoft tools the way they were meant to be used.
✅ Save hours each week with smarter workflows
✅ Get answers when you need them - no more Googling
✅ Build confidence in a jargon-free space that gets you
Work 1:1 with Thrive
Best for: Anyone needing personal support, fast help, or expert guidance tailored to your setup.
No more "just figure it out" energy. Let's fix it together.
Whether it's a quick Hour of Power, a deep-dive VIP day, or flexible coaching package, Thrive offers personalised Microsoft 365 support that meets you where you're at - and gets results.
✅ Get unstuck, fast
✅ Build custom systems that actually suit your needs
✅ Walk away from every session with clarity and confidence
Thrive Academy
Best for: Admin professionals and business owners who want consistent support, community, and confidence.
Finally feel in control of Microsoft 365 - and your workload.
Inside this program, you'll get the tools, training, and accountability to stop wasting time and start using your Microsoft tools the way they were meant to be used.
✅ Save hours each week with smarter workflows
✅ Get answers when you need them - no more Googling
✅ Build confidence in a jargon-free space that gets you
Train your Team
Best for: Leaders who want their team confident, consistent, and working smart with Microsoft 365.
Turn frustration into confidence - across your whole team.
Custom training sessions (online or in person) designed for hte people actually using the tools - so your staff stop clicking randomly and start working like pros.
✅ Tailored workshops built around your workflows
✅ Practical, hands-on learning - no jargon
✅ Empower your team to use Microsoft 365 with confidence
Self-Paced Learning Tools
Best for: Independent learners who want instant wins without waiting for a live session.
Get in, learn the thing, and get on with your day.
Browse Thrive's collection of practical courses, templates, and tools - all built for real-life admin situations, and for anyone who just wants to work smarter... right now.
✅ Learn at your own pace (in short, human-friendly lessons)
✅ Grab templates and shortcuts that actually save time
✅ No fluff, no overwhelm - just useful stuff that works
Well hey there - feeling a bit swamped?
Let me guess...
You're smart, capable, and running a business or team that's doing well enough...
But behind the scenes?
You're losing time to clunky processes, scattered files, and tech that just won't behave.
Microsoft 365 was supposed to make things easier.
Instead, your battling inbox chaos, spreadsheet tangles, and that sinking "I should really figure this out" feeling.
That's where I come in.
I'm Marianne (you can call me Maz) - your Microsoft 365 mentor, admin whisperer, and go-to for turning digital chaos into streamlined, sustainable systems.
Whether you're looking to:
- save hours every week with clever workflows
- build team systems that acutally get used
- or finally feel in control of your digital workspace...
...we'll start with the tech. But it doesn't stop there.
Because I'm not just about buttons and shortcuts.
I'm all about making your workload (and your day) feel easier - so you can focus on the work that needs your skill, focus, and attention.
Ready to ditch the overwhelm?
Testimonials
Marianne is professional, knowledgeable and an absolute dream to work with. This one document template is now going to be used over and over again and I'm going to look a whole lot more professional!
Gemma Wilson
Cherry Blossom Social Media
Marianne is by far the most experienced administrator I have ever had the pleasure of working with. She makes it all seem so easy - it really is like she can see what I have pictured in my mind!
Rochelle Courtenay
Share the Dignity
Our ongoing dealings with Marianne and Thrive have been superb. The quality of work, timeliness, proactivity and breadth of skillset has been of enormous support to our young and growing business.
Peter O'Neill
De Motu Cordis
Finding someone like Marianne who is at a 'expert' level of experience not only with actual MS Word document formatting technical skills but also exemplary customer service has been amazing for me, likened to striking gold! I would highly recommend Marianne's services to anyone.
Lee Doherty
Admin & Co
Thank you so much, I found the session extremely useful and I really appreciate the notes and the recording. The way you explain things makes it so easy to understand.
Juliette Beverley
Virtually Driven
As someone who's work heavily relies on using and integrating programs so they work seamlessly for my business and my clients, I don't know where I'd be without Marianne and Thrive Admin Services! If I need to discern which program is best to use in a given situation, Marianne is able to work through it with me. She truly is a Microsoft Magician!
Kim Woolard
VE Assist
Free resources to help you work smarter
Because saving time (and sanity) is always a good idea.
📎 50 Secret Hacks
for Microsoft 365
You've already got the apps - now let's unlock the magic inside them.
Inside this freebie are 50 clever, practical hacks you can start using right away to save time, reduce stress, and look like an absolute pro at work.
Real results, not random tips. You'll wonder how you ever worked without them.
📝 25 Time-saving shortcuts
for Microsoft Word
Still formatting manually? We need to talk.
This free guide gives you 25 essential keyboard shortcuts, smart tools and hidden gems that'll have you breezing through your Word docs like it's 1999 (but smarter).
Perfect if you're done wasting time getting frustrated with your formatting.
📊 15 Fabulous Functions
for Microsoft Excel
Formulas don't have to be frightening. These 15 fab functions are the ones every admin (and business owner) should know.
Whether you're building budgets or cleaning up data, these functions will save you hours - and maybe even your sanity!
No jargon. Just results.
