OKR (Objectives and Key Results)
What are OKRs?
OKR (Objectives and Key Results) is a goal-setting framework that connects ambitious goals (Objectives) with measurable results (Key Results).
Developed at Intel and popularized by Google, OKRs help organizations create focus and alignment.
OKR Structure
Objective: What do we want to achieve?
– Qualitative, inspiring, time-bound
Key Results: How do we measure success?
– Quantitative, measurable, specific
OKR Best Practices
- 3-5 Objectives per quarter
- 3-4 Key Results per Objective
- 70% achievement is good (stretch goals)
- Transparency: OKRs are visible to everyone
- Separation of OKRs and compensation
The OKR Cycle
1. Planning (Start of Quarter): Define Objectives and Key Results
2. Weekly Check-ins: Track progress, address obstacles
3. OKR Review (End of Quarter): Evaluate results, learn