The Agile Pubcast Episode 107 - Has too many online meetings stopped us connecting on a human level?
Dec 2, 2020
The hosts dive into the impact of remote work on human connections, blending humor with personal anecdotes from their lockdown experiences. They discuss the joys of brewing and preferred drinks, as well as the importance of digital detox through nature walks. Their reflections on memorable football ground tours reveal themes of teamwork and leadership. They also explore the challenges of virtual interactions, emphasizing the need for informal communication to foster relationships in a remote work environment.
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The Needy Trainer
- Paul describes being called "needy" after a training exercise where participants analyzed his behavior.
- This happened during a training course at Oxford United football club.
Rooney Reads Scrum Mastery
- Geoff recalls placing his book, Scrum Mastery, on Wayne Rooney's peg at Old Trafford.
- He later found that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Manchester United's manager, quoted him.
Missing Coffee Shop Chats
- Many people miss informal "coffee shop chats" while working remotely.
- Some schedule non-work meetings to replicate these interactions.