#8  Soshan Soobramoney is an open book

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In this episode, we have an insightful conversation with Soshan Soobramoney, an accomplished actuary, lecturer at the University of Johannesburg, and co-founder of the Actuaries in the Making virtual vacation work programme. Soshan takes us through his remarkable journey – often reflected in the books he has read – from a successful corporate career to full-time academia.
We cover the trauma that can be caused by actuarial studies (a topic Soshan is currently researching); the importance of being allowed to make mistakes; and the beauty of mathematics – a subject in which Soshan is currently pursuing his PhD.
Throughout our discussion, we touch on the books that have significantly shaped his thinking and marked milestones and eras of his life. Soshan’s story offers a deep dive into education, personal development, and the power of fostering environments where independent thought thrives.

Soshan’s book picks:

The Power of One by Bryce Courtenay
Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling
The Magic of Reality by Richard Dawkins
The Promise That Changes Everything by Nancy Kline
What Happened to You? by Oprah Winfrey & Bruce D. Perry

Connect with Soshan Soobramoney & Insight Group on these platforms:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soshan-soobramoney-8463704/
University of Johannesburg: https://www.uj.ac.za/members/soshan-soobramoney/
Season 3 / Episode 8 28 Sep 2024 English South Africa Tech News · Tech News

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