THE OKR
BLUEPRINT
A proven framework for implementing objectives and key results, at scale. Drawing on 250+ real OKR rollouts, Philipp Schett shows exactly how programs derail, and the field-tested blueprint to make them stick.
Pre-order before October 9 to unlock the OKR Crash Course, free.
OKR Programs Delivered
Companies Guided
People Trained
"This book is a masterclass"
"Essential for any executive"
"The framework you've been missing"
"An invaluable gift"
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He's Run This Playbook 250+ Times. Now It's All In This One Book.
Philipp Schett is the Founder and Chairman of the Board of Wave Nine, the OKR consultancy behind 250+ implementations across Europe and the U.S. Before going full-time in 2022, he was Head of Strategy for Audio at Meta, bridging business and creative teams on immersive audio initiatives.
Former Head of Strategy (Audio), Meta
WorkBoard Inc.'s international expansion partner across Europe, Australia/NZ, and Asia
Delivered strategy & OKR programs for BMW, Daimler, FIFA, Microsoft, PayPal, Accenture, and government agencies
OKR Programs Delivered
Companies Guided
People Trained
The Path to Measurable Results
What You'll Walk Away With
Deliver measurable results by turning OKRs from theory into action.
The OKR Blueprint helps mid to senior career managers, team leaders and strategy professionals implement Objectives and Key Results that actually work. Built on insights from more than 250 real-world OKR implementations, this practical guide turns OKRs into a dynamic system for execution, alignment and measurable growth.
Through the OKRA model, Objectives, Key Results and Actions, the book explores how to make OKRs scalable, repeatable and genuinely embedded in day-to-day operations. Drawing on real examples from organizations including Kiwibank, Virgin Media O2, ABB Smart Power, VieMed Healthcare and Hiringa Energy, it provides the tools and structure needed to achieve meaningful results.
Clear, actionable and grounded in proven experience, The OKR Blueprint gives readers the framework to connect strategy with execution and deliver results that scale.
YOU'LL LEARN HOW TO
Align OKRs through workshops, townhalls and check-ins
Apply change management and training to drive adoption
Turn strategic intent into actionable, measurable outcomes
Make OKRs part of your company's performance culture
REAL-WORLD CASE STUDIES FEATURED IN THE BOOK
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Why OKR Programs Derail
The recurring, avoidable failure patterns behind processes that look great on a slide but collapse in execution.
The Execution Playbook
Concrete, specific implementation choices, not just what "good" looks like, but the steps to get there.
Scaling Without Breaking
How to move from pilot to enterprise scale (1,000+ employees) while keeping alignment intact.
Sustaining Momentum
Stakeholder buy-in, communication rhythms, and habits that keep OKRs alive well past the initial launch.
Objectives and Key Results
OKR Strategy
Performance Alignment
Goal Setting
Strategy Execution
Organizational Change
Leadership Impact
What Leaders Are Saying
Endorsed By Executives From F100 Companies And Growth Companies Alike
Deliver measurable results by turning OKRs from theory into action.
"Finally, an OKR book that tells the truth about what it actually takes to make this work. Philipp Schett doesn't just explain the framework, he tackles the messy realities that leaders and transformation teams face every day. It's the first OKR book I'd hand to every program lead, transformation leader and executive sponsor on day one."
Terrence J
Head of Strategy & Transformation, Mercedes-Benz USA
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Get The Crash Course Free.
Pre-order The OKR Blueprint before October 9 and unlock the OKR Crash Course, Wave Nine Academy's on-demand introduction to OKRs, at no cost. Here's what it covers.
Avoid the most common pitfalls. Learn why most goal-setting attempts stall, and how to sidestep the mistakes that derail them early.
A cadence you can repeat. Walk away with the habits and review rhythm that keep OKRs alive quarter after quarter.
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How to claim your Free Crash Course. To claim your Free OKR Crash Course, send the purchase receipt, where ever you bought the book, to help@wavenine.com to receive your free access to the online course. Purchase date must be before October 10 23:59 PST to be eligible.
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