Who is Socotra Williams?

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What is something people usually don’t know about you but has influenced you in who you are?

My travels

What would have become of you, if you were not doing the job you do today?

I would have been a teacher

What is your biggest challenge and why is it a good thing for you?

Being hard on myself - makes me learn about loving myself & in so doing learning to love others more

What do you currently do and how did you end up in your current role?

Agile Coach - following my passion for helping people

What do you think is the one thing we can do to improve diversity in the Agile community?

Intentionally create opportunities & platforms for new & diverse voices. Pair up with someone, mentor someone, each one teach one

What additional question do you think we should ask and what is the answer to that question?

What is something we need to change in the South African Agile community? Especially during Covid?

I would say that we need to be kinder to our humans, not having too many online engagements but still creating spaces for them to feel inspired & learn

Who do you think we should feature next (in South Africa)?

Kirsten Clacey

What are some reasons that made you recommend the person above?

She is an inspirational Agile leader

How would you define your relationship with the South African Agile community?

Engaging & supportive

What is the last thing you read, watched or listened to that inspired you?

Atomic Habits by James Clear

Johannesburg, February 2021

How to connect with Socotra

Linked In: za.linkedin.com/in/socotra-williams-b3960327