This document summarizes a presentation about creating an army of "Sprint Heroes" to tackle projects. It discusses establishing a purpose and values for the team, defining their identity and culture through a manifesto and perks, and how team members can develop their skills and super powers over time through experience. The presentation provides guidance on the key steps and factors to consider for forming a high-performing team to successfully complete initiatives.

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Torturing Nurturing Heroes
Ciprian Sorlea - CTO @ Nordlogic Software

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Story Time

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Promise vs Reality

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The Promise

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The Reality

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What the… ?

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Plan A: Hire an army of mercenaries

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And then you look at your budget…

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Plan B: Ask Super Heroes for help

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The other Super Heroes seem to have their own issues

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And some of them are real **holes

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Plan C: Make an army of superheroes

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Introducing: The Sprint Heroes

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Step 1: Purpose

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Save stranded kittens…

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Save the casual damsel in distress

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Fight the arch enemy…

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Save The Day!

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Why?
Always Start With The Why!

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Step 2: Identity & Culture

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The Team Manifesto

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The Team Manifesto, sugar based!

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Sprint Hero Perks

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Step 3: Values

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Not Corporate Values, please, anything but that

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Perseverance, Endurance, Involvement,
Devotion, Support, Experience, Patience, Energy,
Skills, Determination, Responsibility,
Proactivity, Ambition, Diligence, Contribution, Help,
Enthusiasm, Motivation, Speed,
Team player, Attention

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Step 4: Skills / Super Powers

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Or how do you “I know Kung Fu” …?

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Getting those super powers …

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Forging in the battle’s fire

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Step 5: Environment

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Key Takeaways

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Q & A