The Müller-Lyer illusion has been studied since 1889. Even after you know the truth, you still see the longer line. That is the architecture we are all communicating inside of.
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A few years ago I was brought in to work with a company that had three distinct teams. By every visible measure they were functioning. The problem had a name, it just hadn't been identified yet.
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Most teams leave communication workshops with good intentions. By Thursday, the same breakdowns are happening. The content was fine. The practice system was missing.
