How to Focus on the Right OKR Hierarchy for Success
Have you ever felt like your team is heading in different directions, tackling tasks but not really moving towards bigger goals? Many organizations struggle with setting clear objectives that actually align across multiple teams. This is where OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) come into the picture as a way to connect company vision with everyday […]
Implementing OKRs for SMEs Without Disrupting Daily Operations
Running a small business is already challenging: tight deadlines, limited resources, and a million things demanding your attention. So, when someone suggests implementing OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) to improve focus and alignment, your first thought might be: Won’t this just add more work? But the thing is, a Betterworks survey found that 93% of […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
OKR – Why is it important to know the difference between Policy and Best Practice?
Why is it important to know the difference between Policy, Guideline and Best Practice? The keyword is mandatory. Best Practice Best Practices are standards created by industries as the guiding principles to operate. For Example Agile Scrum PMI Project Management (PMBOK) Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Company often incorporate best practices to create their own […]
OKR – what is the difference between an Outcome or Output in Project Management and OKR
Ever wonder what is the difference between Output and Outcome and how to use in project management and OKR? Output Output are the tangible and measurable deliverables achieved as a result of executing a project or OKR. An output or a deliverable would be something like: “By Milestone 5 of the project, we would have […]
How to communicate your message in less than 2 slides!
You are an expert in your field. You have the technical skills and experience. You meet your manager in the hallway. Your manager asks you where you are at with your recent assignment. He/ she asks you to do 1 to 2 page, 10-mins presentation in the afternoon? This may or may not be a specific project, but might […]
