A simple checklist to get started with the Shape Up Method. Created by Diego Menchaca.

• [ ] Define duration for development cycles. Usually between 3 and 6 weeks.
• [ ] Define duration for cool-down period. Usually between 1 and 2 week.
• [ ] Assemble a small team. Designer, developer and business analyst.
• [ ] Create a library of pitches. You can do this on Notion, Google docs, etc.
• [ ] Choose out of the library what to work for the next cycle. Flesh out on that meeting any complexities that this new feature may have.
• [ ] Kick off your first cycle. Important ⚠️: Communicate to all stakeholders that the release date is fixed. In Shape Up, there are no deadline extensions.
• [ ] During the cycle adjust scope as needed. Remember the golden mantra of the shape up method: “fixed deadline, variable scope” 🧘🏻‍♂️🧘🏽‍♀️