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What are Employees OKRs?

The Objective and Key Results (OKR) framework is a simple goal-setting methodology that was introduced at Intel by Andy Grove in the 70s. It became popular after John Doerr introduced it to Google in the 90s, and it's now used by teams of all sizes to set and track ambitious goals at scale.

Writing good OKRs can be hard, especially if it's your first time doing it. You'll need to center the focus of your plans around outcomes instead of projects.

We understand that setting OKRs can be challenging, so we have prepared a set of examples tailored for Employees. Take a peek at the templates below to find inspiration and kickstart your goal-setting process.

If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.

Employees OKRs examples

We've added many examples of Employees Objectives and Key Results, but we did not stop there. Understanding the difference between OKRs and projects is important, so we also added examples of strategic initiatives that relate to the OKRs.

Hope you'll find this helpful!

OKRs to boost employees' mastery in top five key competencies

  • ObjectiveBoost employees' mastery in top five key competencies
  • KREnsure 30% of employees progressively apply learnt competencies in their roles
  • TaskProvide constructive feedback and improvement plans
  • TaskEstablish a tracking system for measuring competency application
  • TaskDevelop continuous learning programs and hands-on training
  • KRProvide professional training to 60% of the workforce on key competencies
  • TaskIdentify the key competencies required for the workforce
  • TaskSource providers for professional training in these areas
  • TaskSchedule training sessions for selected workforce members
  • KRAchieve competency proficiency of 40% of trained staff in assessment tests
  • TaskImplement online assessment tests to measure proficiency
  • TaskInitiate regular training sessions to develop staff skills
  • TaskRegularly analyze test results to identify areas of improvement

OKRs to optimize payroll process for efficiency

  • ObjectiveOptimize payroll process for efficiency
  • KRReduce manual payroll processes by 40% to minimize human error
  • TaskImplement automated payroll software system in the company
  • TaskTrain HR employees on using the new software
  • TaskMonitor and adjust software for efficiency
  • KRIncrease payroll automation by 50% for enhanced productivity
  • TaskEvaluate and adjust operations for continuous improvement
  • TaskTrain staff members on new automated payroll systems
  • TaskResearch and select advanced payroll automation software
  • KRAchieve 30% reduction in payroll processing time by improving workflow
  • TaskImplementing automated payroll software or system
  • TaskIdentify and eliminate redundant payroll processing steps
  • TaskTrain staff on efficient payroll processing procedures

OKRs to enhance operational efficiency, certify employees, and increase team revenue

  • ObjectiveEnhance operational efficiency, certify employees, and increase team revenue
  • KRHave 100% of the employees complete certification courses relevant to their positions
  • TaskSet a deadline for course completion
  • TaskMonitor progress and offer support when needed
  • TaskIdentify relevant certification courses for each position
  • KRReduce process lag by 20% through process optimization strategies
  • TaskIdentify key areas of the process causing delays
  • TaskImplement new efficiency measures in these areas
  • TaskAnalyze and adjust measures based on results
  • KRIncrease team's total revenue by 15% through strategic sales and marketing initiatives
  • TaskDevelop and implement revenue-boosting sales strategies
  • TaskUpskill sales team with advanced selling techniques
  • TaskLaunch targeted marketing campaigns for product promotion

OKRs to enhance leadership inclusivity across all teams

  • ObjectiveEnhance leadership inclusivity across all teams
  • KRImplement inclusivity training for all team leaders by the end of the quarter
  • TaskIdentify relevant inclusivity training programs for team leaders
  • TaskSchedule training sessions for each team leader
  • TaskMonitor and report on training progress and effectiveness
  • KRDecrease leadership team's turnover rate by 20% through fostering inclusivity
  • TaskEncourage open dialogue about inclusivity during team meetings
  • TaskImplement comprehensive diversity training for all management level employees
  • TaskEstablish a mentoring program that promotes inclusivity
  • KRIncrease internal survey's inclusivity score by 30% among leadership team
  • TaskEncourage honest communication through anonymous feedback
  • TaskRevise survey questions to eliminate unconscious bias
  • TaskImplement mandatory leadership training on diversity and inclusivity

OKRs to cultivate an inclusive and engaging work environment for all employees

  • ObjectiveCultivate an inclusive and engaging work environment for all employees
  • KRAchieve a 20% improvement in overall employee satisfaction scores
  • TaskImplement feedback changes to improve work culture and environment
  • TaskDesign and implement an employee recognition program
  • TaskConduct regular surveys to assess current employee satisfaction levels
  • KRIncrease employee survey engagement rate by 30%
  • TaskImplement attractive incentives for completing the survey
  • TaskSimplify survey to reduce completion time
  • TaskCommunicate survey importance via company-wide email
  • KRImplement a diversity and inclusion training program for 100% of team leaders
  • TaskDetermine the content and structure of the training program
  • TaskSchedule and communicate training sessions to all team leaders
  • TaskIdentify or hire qualified, experienced trainers for instruction

OKRs to boost employees' understanding of corporate culture and core values

  • ObjectiveBoost employees' understanding of corporate culture and core values
  • KRConduct three engaging workshops on firm's culture and values
  • TaskOrganize appropriate logistics and facilities for the workshops
  • TaskDevelop comprehensive, engaging content for each workshop
  • TaskChoose relevant subjects pertaining to firm's culture and values
  • KRImplement a quarterly recognition program based on core values engagement
  • TaskDevelop criteria for recognising value engagement
  • TaskCreate a reward distribution plan for recognised employees
  • TaskIdentify and define company's core values clearly
  • KRMeasure a 15% increase in correct answers on our cultural awareness quiz
  • TaskEvaluate and compare new quiz results
  • TaskImplement cultural awareness training sessions
  • TaskEstablish baseline data from current quiz results

OKRs to boost the billability rate of employees to 95%

  • ObjectiveBoost the billability rate of employees to 95%
  • KRImplement a time-tracking software to reduce unproductive time by 15%
  • TaskTrain all employees on how to use this software
  • TaskResearch and select a suitable time-tracking software
  • TaskMonitor and evaluate the software's effectiveness regularly
  • KRReduce non-billable task assignments by 20% through efficient delegation strategy
  • TaskImplement a strict task monitoring system
  • TaskTrain staff on effective task delegation strategies
  • TaskAnalyze current delegation methods for efficiency problems
  • KRProvide productivity boosting training to achieve at least 10% more billable hours
  • TaskMonitor and measure training effectiveness
  • TaskIdentify relevant productivity boosting training programs
  • TaskAllocate resources and schedule training for team

OKRs to strengthen overall company cybersecurity knowledge and protocol compliance

  • ObjectiveStrengthen overall company cybersecurity knowledge and protocol compliance
  • KRDecrease the occurrence of cybersecurity breaches by 30%
  • TaskImplement regular, mandatory cybersecurity training for staff
  • TaskRegularly update security software and firewalls
  • TaskConduct routine system vulnerability assessments
  • KRPass cybersecurity compliance audits with a success rate of 95% or more
  • TaskConsistently monitor and evaluate system vulnerabilities
  • TaskRegularly train staff on cybersecurity best practices
  • TaskImplement updated, robust cybersecurity protocols and software
  • KRIncrease employee participation in cybersecurity training sessions by 25%
  • TaskPersonalize training sessions to individual role requirements
  • TaskBoost training session visibility through internal communications
  • TaskImplement incentives for completing cybersecurity training

OKRs to provide ongoing compliance training and education to all employees

  • ObjectiveImprove compliance knowledge and adherence
  • KRConduct monthly audit and review of compliance improvement with department managers
  • TaskDiscuss identified compliance gaps with department managers
  • TaskSchedule monthly compliance improvement audits with department managers
  • TaskDevelop and implement corrective action plans to improve compliance
  • TaskReview current compliance performance for all departments
  • KRIncrease employee certification success rate by 20%
  • TaskImplement personalized study plans
  • TaskFacilitate group study sessions
  • TaskOffer practice exams and feedback
  • TaskProvide access to study materials
  • KRLaunch 2 e-learning modules covering mandatory compliance regulations
  • TaskDevelop content for e-learning modules and ensure accuracy with legal team
  • TaskIdentify mandatory compliance regulations to be covered in e-learning modules
  • TaskTrain and disseminate e-learning modules to all employees, including tracking completion rates
  • TaskDesign user-friendly interface and incorporate interactive elements into e-learning platform
  • KRConduct monthly training sessions with active participation of 90% of employees
  • TaskSchedule monthly training sessions for all employees
  • TaskSolicit feedback from employees to improve future training sessions
  • TaskCreate engaging training materials with interactive components
  • TaskMonitor participation rates and follow up with non-participants

OKRs to strengthen team communication for remote workers utilizing Slack

  • ObjectiveStrengthen team communication for remote workers utilizing Slack
  • KREnhance clarity of messages through a 15% decrease in miscommunication
  • TaskDevelop a standardized communication framework with clear guidelines for effective messaging
  • TaskConduct regular trainings and workshops on active listening and verbal/non-verbal communication
  • TaskImplement a feedback system to address and resolve any miscommunication promptly
  • TaskEncourage the use of visual aids or diagrams to supplement written or spoken communication
  • KRIncrease the utilization of Slack's collaboration features by 30%
  • TaskCreate and distribute a comprehensive guide highlighting Slack's collaboration features
  • TaskEncourage team leaders to incorporate Slack's collaboration tools into their daily workflows
  • TaskRegularly share success stories and best practices of utilizing Slack's collaboration tools
  • TaskHost training sessions to teach employees how to effectively utilize Slack's collaboration features
  • KRImprove participation in team channels by at least 25%
  • TaskProvide ongoing training and resources on effective communication to support increased participation
  • TaskImplement a daily reminder to encourage team members to actively participate in channels
  • TaskShare success stories of active participants to inspire and motivate others to join in
  • TaskOrganize regular team challenges to promote engagement and increase participation in channels
  • KRIncrease average response time on Slack by 20%
  • TaskProvide regular training and guidance on effective and efficient communication practices
  • TaskAnalyze response time data to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement
  • TaskImplement productivity tools and shortcuts to streamline communication and reduce response time
  • TaskEncourage team members to adopt time management techniques to prioritize and respond promptly

How to write your own Employees OKRs

1. Get tailored OKRs with an AI

You'll find some examples below, but it's likely that you have very specific needs that won't be covered.

You can use Tability's AI generator to create tailored OKRs based on your specific context. Tability can turn your objective description into a fully editable OKR template -- including tips to help you refine your goals.

Tability will then use your prompt to generate a fully editable OKR template.

Watch the video below to see it in action 👇

Option 2. Optimise existing OKRs with Tability Feedback tool

If you already have existing goals, and you want to improve them. You can use Tability's AI feedback to help you.

AI feedback for OKRs in TabilityTability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRs

Tability will scan your OKRs and offer different suggestions to improve them. This can range from a small rewrite of a statement to make it clearer to a complete rewrite of the entire OKR.

You can then decide to accept the suggestions or dismiss them if you don't agree.

Option 3. Use the free OKR generator

If you're just looking for some quick inspiration, you can also use our free OKR generator to get a template.

Unlike with Tability, you won't be able to iterate on the templates, but this is still a great way to get started.

Employees OKR best practices

Generally speaking, your objectives should be ambitious yet achievable, and your key results should be measurable and time-bound (using the SMART framework can be helpful). It is also recommended to list strategic initiatives under your key results, as it'll help you avoid the common mistake of listing projects in your KRs.

Here are a couple of best practices extracted from our OKR implementation guide 👇

Tip #1: Limit the number of key results

The #1 role of OKRs is to help you and your team focus on what really matters. Business-as-usual activities will still be happening, but you do not need to track your entire roadmap in the OKRs.

We recommend having 3-4 objectives, and 3-4 key results per objective. A platform like Tability can run audits on your data to help you identify the plans that have too many goals.

Tip #2: Commit to weekly OKR check-ins

Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to get the full value of your OKRs and make your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.

Being able to see trends for your key results will also keep yourself honest.

Tip #3: No more than 2 yellow statuses in a row

Yes, this is another tip for goal-tracking instead of goal-setting (but you'll get plenty of OKR examples above). But, once you have your goals defined, it will be your ability to keep the right sense of urgency that will make the difference.

As a rule of thumb, it's best to avoid having more than 2 yellow/at risk statuses in a row.

Make a call on the 3rd update. You should be either back on track, or off track. This sounds harsh but it's the best way to signal risks early enough to fix things.

How to track your Employees OKRs

Quarterly OKRs should have weekly updates to get all the benefits from the framework. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:

Most teams should start with a spreadsheet if they're using OKRs for the first time. Then, once you get comfortable you can graduate to a proper OKRs-tracking tool.

If you're not yet set on a tool, you can check out the 5 best OKR tracking templates guide to find the best way to monitor progress during the quarter.

More Employees OKR templates

We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.

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