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What are Social Media Strategy 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.

Creating impactful OKRs can be a daunting task, especially for newcomers. Shifting your focus from projects to outcomes is key to successful planning.

We have curated a selection of OKR examples specifically for Social Media Strategy to assist you. Feel free to explore the templates below for inspiration in setting your own goals.

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

Social Media Strategy OKRs examples

You will find in the next section many different Social Media Strategy Objectives and Key Results. We've included strategic initiatives in our templates to give you a better idea of the different between the key results (how we measure progress), and the initiatives (what we do to achieve the results).

Hope you'll find this helpful!

OKRs to establish a high-performing social media team

  • ObjectiveEstablish a high-performing social media team
  • KRDevelop and implement a comprehensive social media strategy
  • TaskAnalyzing competitors’ social media approach for strategy formulation
  • TaskMonitoring and regularly updating social media metrics for continuous improvement
  • TaskCreating a content calendar to maintain regular posting
  • KRHire and onboard 5 skilled social media experts
  • TaskImplement a comprehensive onboarding process for new hires
  • TaskConduct interviews to evaluate candidates' skills and experience
  • TaskPost job openings on digital platforms and industry-specific job boards
  • KRGain 10% increased engagement on all social media platforms
  • TaskImplement daily posting of keyword-focused, engaging content
  • TaskUtilize influencer partnerships for cross-promotion
  • TaskRespond promptly to comments from followers

OKRs to boost social media content shares by refining our content strategy

  • ObjectiveBoost social media content shares by refining our content strategy
  • KRImplement the revised content strategy on all social media channels to test efficacy
  • TaskUpdate all social media channels with the revised content strategy
  • TaskAdjust strategy as needed based on analytics feedback
  • TaskMonitor engagement metrics on all platforms for efficacy analysis
  • KRAchieve over 20% increase in content shares across all social media platforms
  • TaskOptimise posts for each specific social media platform
  • TaskImplement a promotion strategy to boost content visibility
  • TaskCreate engaging, shareable content relevant to target audience
  • KRDevelop a refreshed, audience-focused content strategy by collaborating with market research
  • TaskDevelop innovative, audience-centric content ideas
  • TaskImplement the new content strategy and measure engagement
  • TaskAssemble team for market research and audience analysis

OKRs to boost lead generation via organic and paid social media

  • ObjectiveBoost lead generation via organic and paid social media
  • KRImprove social media conversion rate to 15% across all platforms
  • TaskAnalyze current social media strategies and pinpoint areas of low effectiveness
  • TaskMonitor and adjust methods based on engagement and conversion data
  • TaskImplement changes to social media content to drive engagement
  • KRAchieve a 25% increase in organic social media leads
  • TaskRegularly analyze and optimize social media posts for better reach
  • TaskImplement a targeted content strategy to attract potential leads
  • TaskIncrease audience engagement through interactive activities like Q&As, polls
  • KRIncrease paid social media leads by 30% through strategic campaigns
  • TaskAllocate increased budget for high-performing ads
  • TaskAssess and optimize current social media advertising strategies
  • TaskCreate targeted ad campaigns for specific audience demographics

OKRs to enhance inter-departmental collaboration for effective social media operations

  • ObjectiveEnhance inter-departmental collaboration for effective social media operations
  • KRPioneer a shared, online document housing all social media initiatives and updates
  • TaskCreate structure for social media initiatives document
  • TaskIdentify suitable online platform for shared document storage
  • TaskUpdate document regularly with initiatives and updates
  • KRImplement weekly cross-departmental meetings focused on social media strategy by month-end
  • TaskCreate a recurring weekly meeting schedule
  • TaskOutline the meeting agenda focusing on social media
  • TaskIdentify key representatives from each department
  • KRIncrease shared social media projects between departments by 20%
  • TaskImplement regular shared social media project progress reports across departments
  • TaskDevelop a centralized social media project management tool for all departments
  • TaskInitiate weekly interdepartmental brainstorming sessions on social media projects

OKRs to to implement a strategic, consistent, and realistic social media approach

  • ObjectiveTo implement a strategic, consistent, and realistic social media approach
  • KRGain 1000 new, organic followers across all social media platforms
  • TaskImplement a strategic follow and unfollow campaign
  • TaskActively interact and build relationships with followers
  • TaskCreate engaging, high-quality content regularly
  • KRPost high-quality content consistently 5 times per week
  • TaskWrite and finalize 5 high-quality posts
  • TaskCreate a weekly content calendar with 5 post ideas
  • TaskSchedule 5 posts for weekly publication
  • KRIncrease overall social media engagement by 20%
  • TaskRespond promptly and personally to comments and messages
  • TaskImplement a regular posting schedule across all platforms
  • TaskEngage audience with interactive content like quizzes and polls

OKRs to boost engagement through strategic social media listening and talking

  • ObjectiveBoost engagement through strategic social media listening and talking
  • KRElevate overall reach to 15% via analysis and actionable insights from listening
  • TaskAnalyze audience demographic data to identify target engagement groups
  • TaskImplement regular monitoring and adjustment of reach strategies based on insights
  • TaskDevelop strategic, data-driven content to increase audience reach
  • KRAttract 20% more followers by posting daily engaging and relatable content
  • TaskDevelop a content calendar with diverse daily engaging posts
  • TaskPromote posts on other established platforms
  • TaskIncorporate user-generated content to increase relatability
  • KRIncrease social media comments by 30% through competitive keyword strategies
  • TaskIdentify top-performing keywords in competitor's social media posts
  • TaskMonitor and adjust keyword strategy based on engagement
  • TaskIncorporate popular keywords into our social media content

OKRs to enhance interaction and engagement on our social media platforms

  • ObjectiveEnhance interaction and engagement on our social media platforms
  • KRConduct 10 interactive live sessions to facilitate direct communication with followers
  • TaskSchedule and advertise the dates for each live session
  • TaskHost and moderate each session, engaging with followers
  • TaskPlan topics and content for 10 live interactive sessions
  • KRGather and categorize feedback from 500 users to better inform our content strategy
  • TaskAnalyze user responses and categorize feedback
  • TaskDistribute surveys to gather user feedback
  • TaskUpdate content strategy based on feedback patterns
  • KRIncrease average post comments by 30% to improve social media engagement
  • TaskDevelop more engaging, relatable content to spark discussion
  • TaskRespond interactively to existing comments to foster dialogue
  • TaskPrompt followers to comment with questions or polls

OKRs to boost reach and engagement via paid social initiatives

  • ObjectiveBoost reach and engagement via paid social initiatives
  • KRSecure a 10% conversion rate lift from paid social traffic
  • TaskIncrease investment in high-performing ad campaigns
  • TaskTailor content to target audience preferences
  • TaskImplement A/B testing for different ad variations
  • KRAchieve a 25% rise in post interactions through tailored promotional content
  • TaskAnalyze audience reaction to previous promotional content
  • TaskImplement customer feedback in content strategy adjustments
  • TaskDevelop promotional content specifically targeting engaged users
  • KRIncrease social media following by 30% via targeted ads
  • TaskDesign engaging ads specifically targeted at this audience group
  • TaskAllocate budget for targeted social media ad campaigns
  • TaskIdentify audience demographics most responsive to previous social media content

OKRs to successfully strategize the organic and paid social launch of our new brand

  • ObjectiveSuccessfully strategize the organic and paid social launch of our new brand
  • KRGrow social media followership by 30% through engaging brand content
  • TaskDevelop relatable, eye-catching content that resonates with target audience
  • TaskImplement a consistent posting schedule across all social platforms
  • TaskInitiate interactions to foster community engagement and loyalty
  • KRAttract 10,000 unique visitors to our social profiles through organic methods
  • TaskUse relevant hashtags to reach a wider audience
  • TaskCreate engaging, shareable content for daily posting
  • TaskOptimize profile for search engine visibility
  • KRAchieve a 20% conversion rate from our paid social media adverts
  • TaskIdentify and target audience demographics interested in our product
  • TaskImprove post-click landing pages
  • TaskCraft compelling, engaging ad messages

OKRs to establish a strong personal brand for Carnevali's human management and project endeavors

  • ObjectiveEstablish a strong personal brand for Carnevali's human management and project endeavors
  • KRNetwork with 50 professionals in the industry to foster strategic partnerships
  • TaskIdentify 50 professionals of interest in the industry
  • TaskInitiate contact via emails or professional networks
  • TaskSchedule meetings to discuss potential partnerships
  • KRBuild a robust website showcasing my expertise and past projects
  • TaskDevelop and design website using a reliable platform
  • TaskGather information about past projects and relevant experience
  • TaskOutline a clear, concise site structure with dedicated sections
  • KRCreate and implement a social media marketing strategy to increase brand awareness
  • TaskDetermine target audience and their preferred social media platforms
  • TaskSchedule and monitor regular posts to maximize visibility
  • TaskDevelop engaging content tailored to each platform

How to write your own Social Media Strategy 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.

Social Media Strategy 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 Social Media Strategy OKRs

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

Spreadsheets are enough to get started. Then, once you need to scale you can use a proper OKR platform to make things easier.

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 Social Media Strategy OKR templates

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

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