Leslie Morse

Agile Leadership

In this insightful episode, Laurens speaks with Leslie Morse, an accomplished agile leader and influencer. Leslie shares her journey from accidental business analyst to a pivotal role at Scrum.org, discussing the nuances of agile leadership and her commitment to fostering inclusive communities within the agile sphere.

Key Points Discussed:

Journey into Agile and Business Analysis: Leslie recounts how she stumbled into business analysis and agile methodologies, emphasizing the organic nature of her career progression shaped by opportunities and personal growth within tech startups and corporate settings.

Role at Scrum.org: Leslie discusses her current role as a product owner, focusing on the challenges and adjustments she faced starting her job during the lockdown and how she manages to build community and connect with colleagues remotely.

Women in Agile: As a passionate advocate for women in the agile community, Leslie shares the genesis and growth of the Women in Agile podcast and organization, highlighting its role in amplifying women's voices and supporting diversity within the industry.

Leadership Insights: Leslie provides profound insights into effective leadership, stressing the importance of self-awareness, embracing vulnerability, and the power of silence in leadership. She discusses the balance between speaking up and creating space for teams to express themselves.

Personal Growth and Community Building: Reflecting on her experiences and personal growth, Leslie talks about the importance of community, friendship, and the supportive network within the agile community that has been instrumental during challenging times.

Leslie Morse's reflections provide valuable lessons on leadership, the importance of community, and personal resilience. Her journey illustrates the impact of agile methodologies not just on projects and organizations, but also on personal development and building supportive professional networks.

Connect with Leslie Morse through LinkedIn or reach out to her at Scrum.org to delve deeper into her work and contributions to the agile community.

Also, listen to her podcast!

https://womeninagile.org/podcast/