Troubleshooting Agile The Bozo Bit and Duelling Ladders
Nov 20, 2019
The hosts dive into the intriguing concept of the 'bozo bit,' a mental block that challenges effective collaboration. They share stories that illustrate how biases can distort perceptions of others. The idea of 'dueling ladders' highlights the complexities of communication in teams. Practical strategies are discussed for overcoming relational conflicts, embracing curiosity, and enhancing teamwork. Wrapping up, they stress the importance of recognizing personal biases to foster better dialogue and collaboration.
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Bozo Bit Blocks Collaboration
- Two key collaborators on an Agile team flipped bozo bits against each other, blocking any progress and collaboration.
- After a difficult conversation that made them see the negative effects, they were able to start collaborating effectively again.
Bozo Bit Narrows Options
- Flipping the bozo bit narrows options by ignoring the other person completely.
- It's useful only if you want to fail or avoid collaboration in Agile teams.
Dueling Ladders and Fear
- Dueling ladders occur when two people each hold rigid beliefs and don't explore others' perspectives.
- Fear triggers this defense, killing curiosity and collaboration, similar to flipping bozo bits.
