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Design Thinking 101

Teams, Sprints, Prototyping, and Better Meetings with Douglas Ferguson — DT101 E59

Nov 24, 2020
Douglas Ferguson, founder of Voltage Control, discusses the traits of a well-functioning team, the importance of prototyping, and the ins and outs of design sprints. He also talks about his new book, Magical Meetings, which offers strategies for having better, more meaningful meetings. The podcast covers adapting to the new virtual meeting space and explores tools for remote engagement. Overall, it provides valuable insights on collaboration and creating successful outcomes.
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Quick takeaways

  • Well-functioning teams are characterized by trust, collaboration, and a sense of being seen, heard, and respected.
  • Prototyping helps uncover unforeseen challenges, generate new ideas, and lead to more effective solutions.

Deep dives

The Importance of Cross-Functional Teams

Douglas Ferguson discusses the significance of cross-functional teams in startups and the agile manifesto. He emphasizes the value of wearing different hats and being skilled in various tasks. By reflecting on his own experiences and learning from different methodologies, Douglas became passionate about helping teams work together effectively.

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