How Startups Can Align OKRs with Tariff Challenges
When you hear “tariffs” and “OKRs” in the same sentence, they may seem like unrelated concepts. But in reality, tariffs (government-imposed trade barriers) can significantly impact how businesses operate, forcing startups to rethink their strategies. For instance, the 2018–19 U.S.-China trade war raised prices by 0.3%, leading to higher inflation without corresponding economic growth. OKRs […]
Aligning Personal and Company OKRs: A Guide for Startups
Studies show that 90% of the time, setting clear and challenging goals leads to higher performance compared to easier goals. Despite this, many startups struggle with alignment. In other words – employees are probably working hard, but are they working on the right things? This is where OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) come in to […]
OKR – Aspirational (Moonshot) vs. Committed (Rooftop)
Why should your company emphasize on setting aspirational goals in your OKR practice and not committed goals? Organizations set strategic goals to achieve their targets. In the OKR best practice, there are 2 types of goals: Committed goals sometimes called rooftop goals Aspirational goals sometimes called moonshot goals Let’s look at each and understand aspirational […]
OKR – Start off early with Organization Change Management and avoid this!
Why should you start off organization change management to avoid company-wide chaos when you roll out OKR or a new project that is a change in product and services? Let’s explore in this article. Studies show that 79.7% of organizations need to update their business strategies every 2–5 years to stay competitive and adapt to […]
How OKRs can be used in different industries, not only high tech companies
Setting goals is easy. Achieving them is the hard part. Many companies waste time on vague objectives, misaligned priorities, and poor execution. Employees work hard but often pull in different directions, leading to slow progress and missed opportunities. That’s where you start using OKRs (Objectives and Key Results). Companies using OKRs (across healthcare, retail, education, […]
How the US is Changing Its Foreign Aid OKRs
“Elon Musk, leading efforts to reduce the size of the federal government with Donald Trump, said on social media that they are working to shut down the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), calling it “beyond repair.” Musk mentioned that Trump supports the decision, which is part of Trump’s “America First” policy. This move […]
Setting OKRs for Remote Teams: How to Maintain Focus and Alignment
With the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies switched to remote work, and even now, hybrid and fully remote models have remained the norm. As Alexis Ohanian, Co-founder of Reddit, puts it: “Remote work is the future of work.” While some teams have adapted well, remote work comes with challenges: one of the biggest being a lack […]
Why do you need to know the difference between OKR Policies and Best Practices?
Startups and businesses implementing Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) often struggle with structuring their approach. Should they follow best practices, create guidelines, or set strict policies? Understanding these distinctions is essential for ensuring OKRs drive alignment, focus, and measurable success. What Are Best Practices in OKRs? Best practices are industry-recognized frameworks that have proven […]
How to Change Your Strategy Mid-OKR Cycle When Disruption Happens
The average completion rate for OKRs is between 60% and 80%. But what if things change in between? Just imagine that you’re midway through your OKR cycle, and suddenly, a major disruption hits your industry. For instance, a company like DeepSeek emerges, claiming its technology is faster and uses significantly less energy than traditional US-made […]
OKRs Puddle: Are Your OKRs a Growth Engine or Just a Puddle?
Did you know that 83% of companies believe that Objectives and Key Results positively impact their organization, with nearly a third expressing complete agreement? But here’s the catch: if not implemented correctly, OKRs can turn into a confusing puddle instead of a structured roadmap. A common mistake? Using OKRs to track daily tasks instead of […]
