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I have tried to adopt the OKR method during the last year, and I have followed it with curiosity for at least five years. Last year, at Woolman, we started to put it into practice both with our customers and in our operations. First observations: - OKR seems easy, but it's HARD - It isn't easy to set the right objectives and measurable key results When OKR seems easy, we get lost looking for an OKR tool when we should invest more in successful implementation, support, senior management commitment, and tenacity. A tool is needed, but it is only helpful if the onboarding is successful. - OKR is easily confused with operational metrics (KPI) and their monitoring. - TOP-DOWN is the first mistake. The fundamental mistake is not to allocate time to work for OKR. At least 20% of the time of those whose task is to get the results ready are needed. The journey continues, and results are produced. So far, this is the best method for bringing about significant changes and results in an organization regardless of size. https://lnkd.in/dZq9Gs65

If you’re considering or implementing a transformative product or business approach with practical goal-setting and performance improvement in mind, John Doerr’s ‘Measure What Matters’ is a must-read. I’ve introduced the powerful concept of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and implemented the framework within my team, and I would really have loved to have this book as a guide years ago when I led product and business initiatives. Here are a few important pointers: ·      You need a solid, clear strategy ·      Share the strategy throughout the organization so that it is understood by everyone (mission, vision, etc) ·      Give it time, minimum 6 months ·      Define what success means  ·      Get comfortable with failing  ·      Don’t create OKRs for more than coming quarter ·      Less is more - the fewer OKRs you have, the better ·      Launch the OKR program in small group, then scale What are your experiences with implementing the OKR Framework, and what have you learned? Have you managed to maintain it? At what scale are you currently running it? (team, department, etc.) #OKRFramework #OKRImplementation #PerformanceImprovement #BusinessTransformation #JohnDoerr #StrategicPlanning #ProductStrategy #ContinuousImprovement #LeadershipJourney

Top-level commitment is crucial for successful OKR implementation in any organization, whether it's a small startup or a large enterprise. Without this commitment, the process won't work effectively. Let's hear from Arvind Murwaha, on this matter. #OKRs #StrategicPlanning #Commitment

Streamline your startup’s path to success with the OKR (Objectives and Key Results) framework. Set ambitious goals and track measurable outcomes to drive focus, alignment, and accelerated growth. Embrace OKRs to unlock your team’s full potential and achieve remarkable success. #OKRs #StartupGrowth #GoalSetting #TeamAlignment

#OKRs for the C-Suite Dummies. Startups, Take Note 🚀 OKRs aren’t just for big players. Fast-growing AI 🤖 startups, racing to scale while hiring quickly, need OKRs more than ever. Without a tool for alignment and prioritisation, it’s easy for teams to drift. Why OKRs matter for fast-paced companies When adding talent rapidly, especially in high-pressure environments like AI, keeping everyone aligned on the most important goals can be tough. OKRs help companies set clear, measurable objectives, ensuring everyone moves in the same direction, even as priorities shift. ⚡ Success stories Amplitude This product analytics startup used OKRs early on to align their rapidly growing teams on critical product development and growth goals 🎯 Figma Known for its design tools, Figma used OKRs to manage priorities and keep distributed teams aligned as they expanded rapidly post-funding At Squadra, we recently worked with a fast-growing hospitality scale up VIDA PLENA 🏨, helping its founder Pierre d'Andrimont and leadership team implement OKRs to define yearly and quarterly goals 🎯, bringing focus and alignment as they scale internationally and explore new verticals. Learn more about OKRs from Ryan Panchadsaram advisor to Kleiner Perkins John Doerr and co-founder of #MeasureWhatMatters https://lnkd.in/dHvp4btm 📘.

I have recently become more and more interested in OKRs and how using this methodology can drive success in a startup... 🎉 ... but you really have to use it. 👊 Here are a few tips: - Don't use project completions as company objectives; they are results. Instead, ask yourself what you are trying to achieve by completing such projects. 🎯 - "You can release many features and products, but if they don't solve a business need, you have achieved nothing." 🙅♂️ Find out what you really need on a large scale and stick to it for at least three months. 🗓️ - Have weekly check-ins with your teams, preferably on Mondays. 🗓️ Do not lose sight of confidence levels in your quarterly KRs. 📈 This can give you room to react and make adjustments. 🛠️ - Not all teams or individuals in an organization can work toward KRs directly. 👥 Some teams can only support those that do. 🤝 Adapt your strategy to provide frictionless communication with those that need to be supported. 🗣️ - Teams and employees are human, and humans need real connections to communicate better and be more effective. 🤝❤️ - One OKR per business model should be hard enough to achieve but not impossible, so don't try to achieve more than one. 🙅♂️ If you do, it probably means they are not difficult enough. 🤔 Query your teams about how confident they feel about achieving those KRs and aim for 50% confidence. 🎯 There is plenty of information online about OKRs, but before applying anything to your workflow, remember that each project and team is different. 💡📝 Have a good cycle! #OKRs #StartupSuccess #GoalSetting #Teamwork #Productivity #BusinessStrategy #Leadership #Collaboration #EffectiveTeams #WorkplaceCulture #Innovation #Motivation

With over 70 Strategy & OKR Goal Setting & Achieving implementation, we see differences between startups and corporations using OKRs. It works in both environment, while startups are often lacking a 3 month planning discipline, huge organisations often need more agility. https://lnkd.in/gmSua2Gf #okrs #strategy #goalsetting #3months #6months #weekly #biweekly #teams #projects #topdown #bottomup #businessgoals #planning

🔎 When Google was a fledgling startup, it adopted the OKR (Objectives and Key Results) framework. Fast-forward to today, OKRs have been instrumental in driving Google’s innovation, alignment, and incredible growth, making it one of the most successful companies in the world. Now, you can harness the same powerful framework to transform your organization! 📢 Join the Certified OKR Professional Live Online Course and learn how to: ✅ Set clear, actionable goals that drive measurable results ✅ Align teams around a shared vision and strategy ✅ Improve focus and collaboration across all levels ✅ Scale success with a proven goal-setting methodology 🤔 What’s in it for you? 👉 This interactive course will equip you with the tools and knowledge to confidently implement OKRs in your organization. Whether a leader, manager, or team member, you’ll walk away with actionable insights and a globally recognized certification: https://bit.ly/3Op5nrg #TheKPIInstitute #TKI #OKR #OnlineLearning #Certification

Scaling doesn’t mean sacrificing flexibility. Keep the energy of a startup by staying adaptable and using scalable technology. Balance structure with freedom to fuel innovation, and rely on data to make smart, growth-driven decisions. Rather than overhauling, make incremental product changes to stay in sync with your audience. Empower your operational leaders with coaching to help them stay agile and improve processes as you grow. Book a free 15-minute discovery call with our certified coaches at www.newver.me and let’s build a future that’s flexible and efficient! Pradeep Sarin | Shwetha Sivaraman | Poonam Sachdev Sood | International Coaching Federation #StartupGrowth #OperationalExcellence #AgileScaling #StartupFunding #LeadershipCoaching #NewVerMe #Innovation #Efficiency

Recently finished John Doerr's book 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬. OKRs - The Simple Idea That drives 10x Growth... Here are the 4 superpowers of OKRs... 👇 1️⃣ Focus and Commit to Priorities ↳Prioritize tasks and dedicate effort to what truly matters. For eg. Marathon runner focusing on rigorous training schedule to ultimately win the race. 2️⃣ Align and Connect for Teamwork: ↳Foster collaboration and ensure everyone is moving towards the same goal, For eg. an orchestra playing different instruments to create a flawless . 3️⃣ Track for Accountability ↳Regularly monitor progress towards goals to ensure responsibility. For eg. Diet tracking daily calorie intake to achieve weight loss objectives. 4️⃣ Stretch for Amazing ↳Push beyond comfort zones to achieve extraordinary results. For eg. Product manager tirelessly iterating on prototypes to finally breakthrough with an innovative product. "OKR" stands for Objectives and Key Results. P.S ✍ Comment which number is your favorite out of these 4? ❤️ #productmanagement #growth #startup #booksummary #okrs