Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.Emily Smith is this week's guest. Emily is the Head of Operations & Service Delivery @ Adapt Digital where she helps businesses streamline operations, optimise workflows and manage deliverables - with experience across agencies, startups, and enterprise teams. Emily's ethos is “clarity is kindness” When she's not working, you’ll find her running, cycling and enjoying good food!
00:00 Welcome to the Podcast with Emily Smith
00:22 Emily's Role at Adapt Digital
01:26 Reflecting on Workflow Changes
04:43 Emily's Career Journey
09:11 From Corporate to Agency Life
11:38 The Importance of Agile Processes
14:44 Running and Marathon Training
19:12 Reflecting on the Yom Challenge
19:32 Future Fitness Goals: Half Ironman
20:07 The Importance of Empathy in the Workplace
22:32 Managing with a Coaching Mentality
23:57 The Role of Workshops in Productive Decision-Making
26:28 Icebreakers: Love Them or Hate Them?
28:39 Putting Yourself Out There in 2025
30:25 Looking Ahead: Plans for the Rest of the Year
33:58 Final Thoughts and Farewell
▶︎ About Everyday Agile
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