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OKR Goal Setting A-Z

How To Set, Track & Achieve Goals

Raj Elakkara

Welcome to OKR Goal Setting A-Z. In this course, you'll learn how to achieve goals with OKRs in a fun and engaging format.

What you'll get from this course

1. Why OKRs work so well for most companies in today's competitive and fast-changing business climate.

2.  I'll show you how to write effective Objectives, Key Results, and Initiatives - a skill you can use to help you realize both personal and professional goals.

3. It's good to aim high. But how high? We'll examine how to balance your moonshots and roof shot OKRs.

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Welcome to OKR Goal Setting A-Z. In this course, you'll learn how to achieve goals with OKRs in a fun and engaging format.

What you'll get from this course

1. Why OKRs work so well for most companies in today's competitive and fast-changing business climate.

2.  I'll show you how to write effective Objectives, Key Results, and Initiatives - a skill you can use to help you realize both personal and professional goals.

3. It's good to aim high. But how high? We'll examine how to balance your moonshots and roof shot OKRs.

4. I'll also provide a proven approach for introducing OKRs to your workplace. We'll start with figuring out the approach right for your company, and then look at critical activities including creating a rollout plan, appointing an OKR champion, and defining out your OKR cycle.

5. I'll cover how to run effective check-ins. And how to score OKRs at the end of the cycle.

6. Finally, I'll show you how to manage OKRs using the free version of Trello.

Why Learn about OKRs?

While OKRs began in the tech sector, it's becoming widely adopted across industries. That's because most companies operate in a fast-changing environment and OKRs enable companies to be both flexible, and focused as they pursue their big goals.

What if I have questions?

I offer full support, answering any questions you have 7 days a week (whereas many instructors answer just once per week, or not at all). This means you’ll never find yourself stuck on one lesson for days on end. With my hand-holding guidance, you’ll progress smoothly through this course without any major roadblocks.

Ready to get started? Enroll now using the “Add to Cart” button on the right, and get started on your way to becoming an OKR pro. Or, take this course for a free spin using the preview feature, so you know you’re 100% certain this course is for you. See you on the inside.

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What's inside

Learning objectives

  • Understand okrs and their benefits
  • Introduce okrs to your workplace
  • Create effective objectives, key results and initiatives
  • Run okr setting workshops
  • Implement a rollout plan
  • Define your okr cycle
  • Find an okr champion
  • Run effective check-ins
  • Run effective okr retrospectives
  • Score okrs at the end of the cycle
  • Implement okrs using the free version of trello

Syllabus

Share Your Newly Created OKR
Introduction to OKRs
Congratulations! You Are Now an OKR Coach
What are OKRs?
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Download Course Resources
Meet Your Instructor
Join the Community
Important Message
Warm up: Let's Create Our First OKR
What's an Initiative?
Why OKRs Work So Well
Evolution of OKRs
Test Your Knowledge
Moonshot vs Roofshot OKRs
OKRs Are Not KPIs
How Do You Grade OKRs?
Implementing OKRs
Get Leadership Support
Define Your Approach
Appoint A Champion
Create OKR Rollout Timeline
Workshops To Set Team OKRs
Define Your OKR Cycle
Train Your OKR Muscles
Exercise: Managing OKR's in Trello
Why Trello?
Setting Up A Board
Adding Objectives & Key Results
Adding Members & Tracking Status
Using Checklists & Waterfall Graphs
Running OKR Retrospectives
Aligning OKRs
Avoiding Common OKR Mistakes
Too many "Os" and "KRs"
Including tasks as key results
Setting only top-down OKRs
Setting it and forgetting it
Sandbagging OKRs
Setting insufficient KRs
No OKR owner
Starting with individual OKRs
Not knowing when to "close" OKRs
Lets just copy "Google"
Not balancing "roofshots" and "moonshots"
Putting HR in charge of OKRs
Not using 1:1s with direct reports
Not using experimentation
Advanced Topics
OKRs & Agile: Stop Waterfall Goals
Bonus Lecture

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in OKR Goal Setting A-Z: How To Set, Track & Achieve Goals with these activities:
Measure What Matters
Gain a deeper understanding of the OKR methodology and its successful implementation by studying real-world examples.
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  • Obtain a copy of 'Measure What Matters'.
  • Read the book, taking notes on key concepts.
  • Reflect on how the examples relate to your context.
Review Project Management Fundamentals
Solidify your understanding of project management principles, which are essential for successfully implementing and tracking OKRs.
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  • Review project management concepts.
  • Identify how these concepts relate to OKRs.
Radical Focus
Learn a practical, story-driven approach to implementing OKRs within a team setting.
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  • Obtain a copy of 'Radical Focus'.
  • Read the book and follow the story.
  • Apply the lessons to your own OKR implementation.
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Develop OKRs for a Personal Goal
Practice creating Objectives, Key Results, and Initiatives by applying the OKR framework to a personal goal.
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  • Choose a personal goal you want to achieve.
  • Define an Objective related to that goal.
  • Create 3-5 measurable Key Results.
  • Outline Initiatives to achieve the Key Results.
Peer Review of OKRs
Participate in peer review sessions to refine your OKR skills and learn from others' experiences.
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  • Find a peer to review OKRs with.
  • Share your OKRs and provide feedback.
  • Discuss areas for improvement.
Create a Presentation on OKRs
Reinforce your understanding of OKRs by creating a presentation that explains the framework to others.
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  • Outline the key topics to cover.
  • Research and gather relevant information.
  • Design visually appealing slides.
  • Practice your presentation delivery.
Develop an OKR Tracking Template
Create a template (e.g., in Trello, Google Sheets, or another tool) to track OKR progress and performance.
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  • Choose a tool for tracking OKRs.
  • Design a template with relevant fields.
  • Test the template with sample OKRs.
  • Refine the template based on feedback.

Career center

Learners who complete OKR Goal Setting A-Z: How To Set, Track & Achieve Goals will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Reading list

We've selected two books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in OKR Goal Setting A-Z: How To Set, Track & Achieve Goals.
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Measure What Matters
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Is considered the bible of OKRs. Written by the legendary venture capitalist John Doerr, it provides a comprehensive overview of the OKR framework, its history, and its practical application in various organizations. It's highly recommended as a reference text for anyone looking to implement or improve their OKR process. It offers real-world examples and case studies to illustrate the power of OKRs.
Measure What Matters
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Measure What Matters
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Radical Focus
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Presents a practical and actionable guide to implementing OKRs, using a fictional narrative to illustrate the process. It's a quick and easy read that provides a clear understanding of the core principles of OKRs. It's particularly useful for teams and individuals who are new to OKRs and want a step-by-step approach to getting started. It adds depth to the course by providing a different perspective and a more hands-on approach.
Radical Focus
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Radical Focus
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