OKRs provide a structured approach to goal setting and tracking progress, enabling executives to effectively prioritize work, communicate focus, overcome obstacles, and monitor their teams’ progress towards strategic impact.

By implementing OKRs, executives can align their teams’ efforts with the organization’s overall strategy. OKRs consist of two components: Objectives and Key Results. Objectives define specific, measurable goals that express the desired outcomes. Key Results, on the other hand, are measurable metrics that indicate the progress and success towards achieving those objectives.

With OKRs in place, executives can prioritize work by setting clear objectives that align with the company’s strategic direction. This clarity allows teams to focus on the most critical goals and avoid distractions. Additionally, OKRs foster effective communication as executives and teams articulate the focus of their peers, ensuring everyone is working towards shared objectives, avoid obstacles and create the needed impact.