What OKRs are for
OKRs keep the organization focused on outcomes, with clarity on what “done” looks like.
Objectives
High-level outcomes that matter this quarter. Keep it small and decisive.
Measurable Key Results
2–4 numeric results per objective. If it is not measurable, it is not a key result.
Quarterly cadence
Plan quarterly, check in weekly, and close with a simple score so you learn and iterate.
How to run quarterly OKRs
The system is simple: write goals once, review progress weekly, then learn at the end of the quarter.
Write 3–5 objectives for the quarter
Each objective should be directional, ambitious, and easy to remember.
Add 2–4 key results per objective
Use metrics (%, $, counts, time). Prefer outcomes over activity. Define baseline and target.
Run weekly check-ins
Update KR progress weekly. If you are off- track, change the plan—not the goal.
Scoring (Google-inspired)
Score key results from 0.0 to 1.0 (or 0–100%). Typically, hitting ~0.7 means the goal was ambitious but realistic. Use the score to learn and recalibrate—not to punish.
Run a clean quarter
Define outcomes, track progress weekly, and finish with clarity.