Plot Summary

Sprint

Jake Knapp
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Sprint

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016

Book Brief

Jake Knapp

Sprint

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Sprint by Jake Knapp outlines a structured five-day process called a Design Sprint to turn a developed prototype into a viable business idea. The method requires a focused team, a dedicated time block, and essential office supplies. Knapp emphasizes starting with the end goal, addressing potential issues, collaborating on solutions, and testing the prototype with a small focus group.

Informative

Inspirational

Challenging

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

4.4

26,800 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Sprint by Jake Knapp is widely praised for its actionable approach to solving complex problems in just five days. Reviewers appreciate its clear, structured methodology and practical examples. Critics argue it can feel overly prescriptive and may not apply to all contexts. Overall, it's a valuable resource for teams seeking rapid innovation in their projects.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Sprint?

Ideal for innovators, entrepreneurs, and team leaders seeking efficient problem-solving strategies, readers of Jake Knapp's Sprint also enjoy The Lean Startup by Eric Ries and Design Thinking by Tim Brown. If you value practical, time-bound frameworks to drive impactful change, this book is for you.

4.4

26,800 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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