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Pep Talk During Layoffs
- Josh Rensch worked at Lockheed Martin when the plant closed.
- The manager gave a pep talk about nanotechnology, ignoring the layoffs, showing a lack of conflict.
Jaded Book Experience
- Josh Rensch's manager at Mentor Graphics gave the team "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team" book, calling them dysfunctional.
- This made the team feel jaded since she didn't include herself, creating baggage for Josh regarding the book.
Lack of Trust and Innovation
- Joe worked for a virtual company where he pushed boundaries but was asked to resign.
- Reflecting on this with the book, he realized trust was lacking due to VPs nearing retirement and resisting innovation.