It sounds like you're talking about a non-toxic organisation. I believe the author is talking about what they've experienced in toxic organisations. I guess the problem is that everyone brings different experiences to the table, and a burned child fears fire.
In the context of toxic organisations where stand ups are a top down mandated micro management tool, I find your comment about intellect and disinterest a bit unfair.
It sounds like you're talking about a non-toxic organisation. I believe the author is talking about what they've experienced in toxic organisations. I guess the problem is that everyone brings different experiences to the table, and a burned child fears fire.
In the context of toxic organisations where stand ups are a top down mandated micro management tool, I find your comment about intellect and disinterest a bit unfair.