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What are Strategy Manager 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.

Crafting effective OKRs can be challenging, particularly for beginners. Emphasizing outcomes rather than projects should be the core of your planning.

We have a collection of OKRs examples for Strategy Manager to give you some inspiration. You can use any of the templates below as a starting point for your OKRs.

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

Strategy Manager OKRs examples

You will find in the next section many different Strategy Manager 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 drive tangible growth towards company's 2024 ambitions

  • ObjectiveDrive tangible growth towards company's 2024 ambitions
  • KRIncrease company revenue by 15% compared to previous quarter
  • TaskDevelop new marketing campaigns to attract customers
  • TaskImplement effective upselling strategies to boost sales
  • TaskOptimize pricing strategies for all products/services
  • KRInitiate three impactful growth strategies that will reach team adoption by 90%
  • TaskIdentify areas of high potential for growth in team processes
  • TaskImplement strategies and monitor team adoption rate
  • TaskDevelop impactful initiatives geared towards these growth areas
  • KRImprove employee engagement in growth pitching by 20% measured by increased participation
  • TaskLaunch internal competition on the best growth pitching strategies
  • TaskOrganize weekly brainstorming sessions for pitching ideas
  • TaskProvide growth pitching training to all employees

OKRs to secure the buy-in from the leadership of the 5 MAYD clusters on our strategy

  • ObjectiveSecure the buy-in from the leadership of the 5 MAYD clusters on our strategy
  • KRConduct 5 customized persuasive presentations for each MAYD cluster's leadership
  • TaskCreate compelling graphics and content for five presentations
  • TaskIdentify key points for each MAYD cluster's personalized presentation
  • TaskSchedule and conduct the presentations for each cluster's leadership
  • KRSecure formal written agreement from at least 4 of the 5 cluster heads on strategy
  • TaskSend drafted agreement to the 5 cluster heads
  • TaskDraft detailed strategy agreement for cluster head approval
  • TaskFollow up for signatures of at least 4 heads
  • KROutline benefits and get a 75% positive initial feedback from MAYD cluster heads
  • TaskConduct survey to gauge initial feedback
  • TaskIdentify and list benefits of MAYD cluster heads
  • TaskPrepare comprehensive presentation highlighting benefits

OKRs to develop a cohesive investor relations strategy for effective fundraising

  • ObjectiveDevelop a cohesive investor relations strategy for effective fundraising
  • KRSecure commitments for fundraising from 5 potential investors following strategy implementation
  • TaskSchedule and conduct meetings with potential stakeholders
  • TaskObtain written commitments from investors
  • TaskCraft persuasive, personalized pitches for potential investors
  • KRTrain 80% of team on strategy execution for secure investor communication
  • TaskMonitor and ensure 80% team participation in training
  • TaskIdentify team members needing strategy execution training
  • TaskSchedule training sessions on secure investor communication
  • KRCreate strategy document involving all departments within 1 month
  • TaskIdentify key stakeholders across all departments
  • TaskSchedule meetings to discuss strategies
  • TaskWrite and revise comprehensive strategy document

OKRs to develop an efficient account strategy template for top urgent accounts

  • ObjectiveDevelop an efficient account strategy template for top urgent accounts
  • KRReduce account-related issues by 15% monthly through optimized strategy implementation
  • TaskDevelop automated systems for account-related tasks
  • TaskIntroduce weekly evaluations to detect issues early
  • TaskImplement regular training on account procedures for employees
  • KRImplement a standardized account strategy template for two urgent accounts
  • TaskApply the template to the two urgent accounts
  • TaskDesign the standardized strategy template
  • TaskIdentify the key elements needed in the strategy template
  • KRAchieve 20% increase in efficiency of account management for these two accounts
  • TaskImplement automated account management software
  • TaskStreamline communication processes with clients
  • TaskSchedule weekly efficiency reviews and strategies meeting

OKRs to develop and implement an efficient cloud strategy

  • ObjectiveDevelop and implement an efficient cloud strategy
  • KRIdentify and analyze potential cloud service providers by the end of month 2
  • TaskResearch potential cloud service providers
  • TaskPrepare a comparative analytical report of all providers
  • TaskEvaluate providers based on features, cost-effectiveness and reliability
  • KRDefine key requirements and desired outcomes of the cloud strategy by month 1
  • TaskOutline desired outcomes from implementing the cloud solution
  • TaskIdentify critical objectives for adopting the cloud strategy
  • TaskDetermine primary requirements for the cloud strategy
  • KRDesign, test, and execute cloud migration strategy achieving 90% transition by quarter end
  • TaskDevelop comprehensive cloud migration plan, including cost and risk analysis
  • TaskExecute the cloud migration, closely monitoring process and resolving issues promptly
  • TaskConduct exhaustive testing on pre-migration process and continuity plans

OKRs to enhance performance in the top two targeted areas for improvement

  • ObjectiveEnhance performance in the top two targeted areas for improvement
  • KRBuild detailed strategy plans addressing identified improvements by week 4
  • TaskDevelop a detailed strategy plan in week two
  • TaskFinalize and implement improvement plans by week four
  • TaskIdentify areas needing improvement in the first week
  • KRImplement created action plans and achieve 20% improvement by week 10
  • TaskMonitor progress and adjust approaches to ensure 20% improvement
  • TaskReview and understand the details of the created action plans
  • TaskStart implementing strategies from the action plans
  • KRIdentify improvement needs through comprehensive analysis by week 2
  • TaskConduct surveys to gather employee feedback on improvement needs
  • TaskReview latest reports for performance-based improvement areas
  • TaskAnalyze customer feedback to identify required enhancements

OKRs to align business operations towards 2030 strategic outcomes

  • ObjectiveAlign business operations towards 2030 strategic outcomes
  • KRAchieve 30% staff understanding and alignment with 2030 strategic outcomes
  • TaskSchedule feedback sessions for queries and discussions
  • TaskDevelop easy-to-understand materials explaining 2030 stratagem
  • TaskConduct staff workshops on 2030 strategic outcomes
  • KRDefine and communicate the 2030 strategic outcomes to all departments
  • TaskDevelop clear, concise 2030 strategic outcomes
  • TaskCreate a comprehensive communication plan
  • TaskDisseminate material to all department heads
  • KRImplement 10% of strategic initiatives related to 2030 outcomes
  • TaskPrioritize and select 10% for immediate implementation
  • TaskIdentify key strategic initiatives impacting 2030 outcomes
  • TaskDevelop and begin execution of implementation plans

OKRs to optimize the company's financial ratio

  • ObjectiveOptimize the company's financial ratio
  • KRImprove return on investment ratio by 15% through innovative, profit-focused business strategies
  • TaskResearch successful innovative profit-focused strategies in similar businesses
  • TaskImplement selected profit-focused strategies firm-wide
  • TaskRoutinely monitor and adjust strategies to maximize profit
  • KRIncrease current ratio by 20% through improved asset management and liability reduction
  • TaskOptimize cash flow by collecting receivables swiftly
  • TaskImprove inventory turnover rate through efficient management
  • TaskImplement stringent budget controls to reduce unnecessary spending
  • KRDecrease debt-to-equity ratio by 25% by consolidating and repaying outstanding loans
  • TaskEvaluate all outstanding loans and identify for consolidation
  • TaskArrange for a convenient debt consolidation plan
  • TaskRegularly repay consolidated debt to decrease ratio

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

OKRs to develop strong investor relations strategy

  • ObjectiveImprove Investor Relations
  • KRAchieve higher investment inflow by 15%
  • KRBoost investor confidence through regular communication
  • KRMaximize investor outreach efforts
  • KRIncrease investor engagement by 20%

How to write your own Strategy Manager 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.

Strategy Manager 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 Strategy Manager OKRs

OKRs without regular progress updates are just KPIs. You'll need to update progress on your OKRs every week to get the full 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 Strategy Manager OKR templates

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

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