Step 5: Explain the Rules
You’re almost ready to go. Now you need to explain the rules and detailed instructions for the self-selection iterations. Start by reiterating what you’re looking for in a squad and remind everyone of the constraints for forming squads.
As mentioned in Establish the Main Rules , the fewer constraints the better. The following have proven successful:
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Squads have to be capable of delivering end to end.
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Squads have to be made up of three to seven people.
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Squads have to be co-located.
Point to the prominently displayed printouts on the wall. Then explain the room layout including the squad diagrams, timer, role posters, and company banner. Next, guide participants through the instructions:
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The iterations will be ten minutes ...
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