"Hi. I was asked how I learned Workday coming from a non technical role as a controller. I said I threw myself into the community and I found the Customer Sharing Movement. I learned Workday with help from others, and pretty soon I was demoing on the "The Sharing Show", Share-a-thons, and at RUGs. I have a network of Workday friends from my first year in Workday and I continue to make new ones each year."

"The annual pre-Rising event from the Customer Sharing Movement provides an invaluable opportunity to Share and network with fellow Workday customers, providing connections and gaining insights while receiving prompt assistance with any challenges we encounter.

The Rising conference itself prepares us for what lies ahead for new releases. For me personally, I gain more information and customer connections at the annual Pre-Rising Learn-a-thon and Share-a-thon."

"Getting involved with the Customer Sharing Movement and the annual pre-Rising event has been one of the most rewarding parts of my Workday journey. It is where I have learned the most through real conversations, shared solutions, and connecting with people who are just as eager to figure things out together.

It is one of my favorite parts of being in the Workday ecosystem, sharing knowledge and building connections that last well beyond Rising.

Last year, at the pre-Rising event, Jerome from Texas passed the Purple Squirrel to me and one other active sharing fan who knows all 7 of the Purple Squirrel topics. It was such a fun surprise, and made me feel even more connected to this awesome movement of Workday customer sharing fans."

"I had an incredible experience at pre-Rising last year in Las Vegas (2024 was my first year!) I made lasting connections, gained valuable insights, and shared knowledge with other amazing Workday sharing fans.

pre-Rising provided both a welcoming and professional environment where we learned from each other's experiences, discovered new best practices, and were updated on the latest Workday features and trends.

It was also fantastic to network with other Customer Sharing Movement members, collaborate on innovative solutions, and enhance my professional development."