The History of Innovation: A Recipe for Breakthroughs

Alan Naumann shares a proven recipe for breakthroughs: a small, focused team with an unreasonable time frame. This approach, akin to Scrum's sprints, emphasizes the importance of time pressure in project management. Project managers should balance intense focus with relaxation periods and motivate teams with meaningful rewards and belief in their work. This fosters an environment where teams can achieve significant breakthroughs.

What motivates a team to achieve intense focus according to the speaker?

What role does a project manager play in harnessing the team's spirit for breakthroughs?