How to succesffuly execute a project

Eran reflects on 2007 and concludes with a great check list for successfully executing a project. The following is the abridged version. I encourage you to read the full post on the hueniverse blog.

1. Know what you are trying to solve.
2. Find the right people.
3. Make it easy for people to join.
4. Don’t be too nice or too democratic.
5. Set deadlines.
6. Don’t branch out too soon.
7. Let your project grow organically.
8. Start with an accomplishment.
9. Don’t be afraid to end a project.
10. Know what you are trying to solve.

via Hueniverse: Reflections on the Open Web Community