Rework

Narrow As You Go

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Synopsis

In their book, It Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at Work, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson stress the importance of narrowing the scope as a project unfolds, emphasizing, "After the initial dust settles, the work required to finish a project should be dwindling over time, not expanding."But navigating this challenge is not always easy. In this week's episode of Rework, Kimberly Rhodes sits down with Jason and David to explore the challenges and benefits of narrowing focus, particularly in the context of developing a new product.Jason and David delve into the significance of clear deadlines, effective strategies for managing a constant influx of ideas, and the importance of adhering to the principle of "done is better than perfect" so you can ship. Check out the full video episode on YouTubeKey Takeaways: Why clear deadlines are crucial for honing, editing, and chiseling features to ensure a focused, timely delivery.How to avoid feature "pile-up" as a project progresses in