Feynman on Manhattan Project: Extreme Communication Efficiency in Top Teams
JosephJacks_ · x · 2026-08-20
Joseph Jacks quotes Richard Feynman's recollection of the Manhattan Project. Feynman noted that one of the joys of working with the smartest people was that "You never had to explain anything twice. Everyone was paying attention. Everyone understood the first time you said it." This insight is used to draw a parallel to the qualities of the best startups, emphasizing efficient communication and comprehension.
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