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John Zeratsky and Braden Kowitz, also partners at GV, contributed their expertise in product design and user experience.

Known for: Sprint: How to Solve Big Problems and Test New Ideas in Just Five Days

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Sprint: How to Solve Big Problems and Test New Ideas in Just Five Days

Sprint: How to Solve Big Problems and Test New Ideas in Just Five Days

entrepreneurship·10 min read

Sprint is a practical guide that introduces a unique five-day process for solving tough problems, developing prototypes, and testing ideas with customers. Created by Jake Knapp at Google Ventures and refined with over 150 startups, the book provides a step-by-step framework for teams to move quickly from idea to tested solution. It is designed for teams of any size, from startups to large corporations, to accelerate innovation and decision-making.

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Overview of the Sprint Framework

A sprint is designed around a deceptively simple idea: small teams can accomplish in five focused days what might otherwise take months. The week follows a very intentional arc — Monday through Friday — where each day serves a distinct purpose. The flow moves from mapping and understanding to decidi...

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Day 1 – Map & Expert Interviews

The first day sets the foundation. We begin by mapping the problem space, establishing a clear understanding of the challenge, and deciding what success looks like. Every sprint starts with a long-term goal — a north star that frames our efforts. We then work backward, identifying the obstacles stan...

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John Zeratsky and Braden Kowitz, also partners at GV, contributed their expertise in product design and user experience.

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