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S7 EP7: Pints and Perceptions
Can you believe what you are seeing?!
Welcome to Episode 7 of Series 7 of The Agile Pubcast! Join agile coaches Geoff Watts and Paul Goddard at the virtual pub "The Coach House" as they delve into the fascinating world of optical illusions and explore how it relates to the role of an agile coach. š»š§
In this episode, the boys discuss Geoff's recent experience visiting a museum of optical illusions, sparking a captivating conversation on the tricks our minds can play on us. š«
š¹ What can optical illusions teach us about agile coaching?
š¹ How do our minds process information and what does that mean for agile coaches?
š¹ Learn about other mind tricks and how they impact the agile coaching world.
Don't miss out on this fun and thought-provoking conversation as Geoff and Paul discuss these topics and more, all over a pint! šŗ
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