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Ryan Singer

03/30/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

When shaping a project, we focus on what we can realistically achieve within our time budget, allowing for meaningful progress without overextending ourselves.

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A better way to plan, build, and ship products | Ryan Singer (creator of “Shape Up")

@ Lenny's Podcast

A better way to plan, build, and ship products | Ryan Singer (creator of “Shape Up")

03/30/25

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Ryan Singer

03/30/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

In shaping sessions, we aim to collaboratively define the project scope, allowing for flexibility in execution while keeping the end goal in sight.

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Ryan Singer

03/30/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

The 'Shape Up' method emphasizes setting a fixed time limit, typically six weeks, to define the scope of a project rather than extending timelines.

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Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Prioritization helps set realistic goals in product development, preventing projects from extending beyond their timelines.

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Ryan Singer

03/30/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

In a shaping session, we need to visualize the end goal before starting a project, ensuring that engineers, product, and design teams all understand the concept clearly.

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Ryan Singer

03/30/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

To effectively implement the 'Shape Up' method, teams must focus on addressing the biggest risks and uncertainties before committing to a project.

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Daniel Lereya

04/27/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Spending more time on a project doesn't always yield better results; sometimes, setting time constraints can lead to more focused and effective outcomes.

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Gaurav Misra

03/27/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

When under time pressure, teams often cut quality instead of scope; however, we prioritize cutting scope to maintain product quality.

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Seth Godin

12/08/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

When running a project, running out of time or money means the project is over. Good intentions do not justify extensions; professionals anticipate unexpected challenges.

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Avni Patel Thompson

03/03/18

@ Y Combinator

If you don't have four weeks to dedicate to a project, you likely have more time than you think; it's about prioritizing and focusing on what matters.