REWORK How We Work: Kickoffs & Heartbeats
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Sep 4, 2024 Discover how a six-week cycle of Kickoffs and Heartbeats transforms project management into a dynamic process. Learn about the balance between leadership and team autonomy in effectively launching projects. Explore innovative strategies like the 'parking garage' for managing ideas while prioritizing ongoing tasks. Hear how Heartbeats foster recognition of individual contributions and enhance communication, creating a positive workplace culture. The benefits? A clearer institutional history and a more engaged team!
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Early Development at 37signals
- 37signals initially built products without formal processes or deadlines.
- As the company grew, they experimented with different timeframes and processes, eventually settling on six-week cycles.
Budget-Based Kickoffs
- Kickoffs define projects, allocated time, and their value, not estimated completion time.
- This budget-based approach, from Shape Up, empowers teams to adjust scope within constraints.
Transparency Through Kickoffs
- Share kickoffs company-wide to promote transparency and knowledge sharing.
- This reduces confusion about ongoing work and fosters collaboration across teams.