Rickover had an interesting discussion on the size of the team. He suggests that the optimal size depends on how much time each member needs to discuss details

Rickover had an interesting discussion on the size of the team. He suggests that the optimal size depends on how much time each member needs to discuss details with their superior. Larger size occurs when most people are highly independent and only need short meetings with the boss. I always thought the size of the team was only a function of the preferences of the boss. His passage adds nuance to this topic.