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tability.ioWhat are Task Management OKRs?
The OKR acronym stands for Objectives and Key Results. It's a goal-setting framework that was introduced at Intel by Andy Grove in the 70s, and it became popular after John Doerr introduced it to Google in the 90s. OKRs helps teams has a shared language to set ambitious goals and track progress towards them.
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 Task Management 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.
Task Management OKRs examples
We've added many examples of Task Management 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 improve time management and task prioritization
ObjectiveImprove time management and task prioritization
KRIncrease productivity by completing 90% of priority tasks
Minimize distractions by creating a focused work environment- Use time blocking techniques to allocate dedicated time for priority tasks
- Set clear and specific goals for each priority task
- Prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance
- KRDevelop a daily schedule that ensures adequate time allocation for important tasks
- Regularly review and adjust the daily schedule to ensure optimal time allocation
- Minimize distractions by setting boundaries and establishing designated work areas or times
- Allocate specific time blocks for each important task in the daily schedule
- Identify and prioritize important tasks based on urgency and importance
- KRReduce time wasted on low-value activities by 50%
- Identify low-value activities through a comprehensive analysis of daily tasks
- Delegate low-value activities to appropriate team members for increased productivity
- Implement time management techniques, such as prioritizing tasks and setting realistic deadlines
- Continuously review and optimize processes to eliminate or automate low-value activities
- KRAttend time management training to learn effective techniques
- Research and find a suitable time management training program
- Enroll in the selected time management training course
- Implement and practice the learned time management techniques consistently
- Actively participate and engage in all training sessions
OKRs to enhance productivity and task management during the workday
- ObjectiveEnhance productivity and task management during the workday
- KRReduce task overflow to the next day by 50% by improving time management
- Dedicate specific hours for unexpected tasks
- Implement Pomodoro technique for better productivity
- Prioritize tasks based on urgency and complexity
- KRComplete at least 85% of assigned tasks within the designated deadlines each week
- Regularly monitor and adjust task progress
- Allocate sufficient time daily for completing tasks
- Prioritize tasks based on deadlines and importance
- KRImplement and consistently utilize a digital task management tool to monitor daily tasks
- Research and select a suitable digital task management tool
- Create a routine for regularly updating and reviewing tasks
- Set up and personalize configurations for daily task monitoring
OKRs to boost capabilities in efficient time management
- ObjectiveBoost capabilities in efficient time management
- KRReduce procrastination and wasted time to less than one hour per workday
- Limit social media use during work hours
- Prioritize tasks using a to-do list
- Set specific, manageable daily goals and deadlines for tasks
- KRSuccessfully complete 100% of projects earlier than the deadline indicated
- Periodically revisit timelines and adjust as necessary
- Start projects early to maximise working timeframe
- Improve efficiency with consistent daily progress
- KRRead and finish at least two industry-recognized books on time management strategies
- Choose two reputable time management books
- Summarize key time management strategies learned
- Create a reading schedule to meet deadline
OKRs to efficiently manage and coordinate the Trello board
- ObjectiveEfficiently manage and coordinate the Trello board
- KRReduce overdue tasks on Trello by 20%
- Prioritize and reassign less urgent tasks to the team
- Implement daily reminders for due tasks
- Enhance task management training for all team members
- KRImprove response time to task updates on Trello to less than 1 hr
- Set mobile notifications for immediate Trello task updates
- Prioritize responding to Trello updates promptly
- Schedule regular intervals to check Trello throughout the day
- KRIncrease task completion rate on Trello by 25%
- Implement daily reminders for pending tasks
- Enhance visibility of task deadlines
- Conduct weekly task completion training sessions
OKRs to improve software engineering skills through effective time management
- ObjectiveImprove software engineering skills through effective time management
- KRIncrease the number of completed coding tasks by 20% each week
- Identify and address any obstacles or challenges that may hinder coding task completion
- Enhance collaboration and communication among team members for efficient task completion
- Provide regular feedback and support to assist in completing coding tasks
- Set clear and achievable coding task goals for each team member
- KRImprove adherence to project deadlines by delivering work on time in 90% of cases
- Implement effective communication strategies to address obstacles and ensure timely completion
- Set clear and realistic deadlines for each project task
- Prioritize tasks and create a detailed schedule to ensure timely delivery
- Regularly track progress and provide updates to stakeholders to maintain accountability
- KRReduce time spent on non-essential activities by 15% during work hours
- Set specific time limits for non-essential tasks to ensure efficient completion
- Prioritize and eliminate non-essential activities based on their impact and importance
- Identify non-essential activities taking up significant time during work hours
- Regularly assess and adjust the allocation of time to non-essential activities as needed
- KRAttend and actively participate in at least 2 time management workshops or webinars
- Research and identify 2 time management workshops or webinars
- Apply the learned time management techniques in daily activities for improved efficiency
- Take thorough notes during the workshops or webinars for future reference
- Register for the selected workshops or webinars to secure a spot
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%
- Train all employees on how to use this software
- Research and select a suitable time-tracking software
- Monitor and evaluate the software's effectiveness regularly
- KRReduce non-billable task assignments by 20% through efficient delegation strategy
- Implement a strict task monitoring system
- Train staff on effective task delegation strategies
- Analyze current delegation methods for efficiency problems
- KRProvide productivity boosting training to achieve at least 10% more billable hours
- Monitor and measure training effectiveness
- Identify relevant productivity boosting training programs
- Allocate resources and schedule training for team
OKRs to enhance time management by reprioritizing based on requests
- ObjectiveEnhance time management by reprioritizing based on requests
- KRIncrease task completion by 20% through effective distribution of remodulated priorities
- Analyze current priority system and identify areas for improvement
- Develop a strategy for redistributing tasks based on priority
- Implement process change and monitor improvements in task completion
- KRReduce weekly time inefficiencies by 15% using focused priority remodulation
- Implement a time tracking system to discover inefficiencies
- Identify and analyze current tasks regularly for priority assessment
- Adjust work processes based on priority and efficiency data
- KRSuccessfully reschedule 90% of misaligned priorities within 48 hours of request receipt
- Prioritize requests, aligning them to current goals
- Allocate resources to resolve each request efficiently
- Review all received rescheduling requests accurately
OKRs to successfully complete the end of 1st - 9 weeks
- ObjectiveSuccessfully complete the end of 1st - 9 weeks
- KREnsure no single pending task older than 7 days by end of each week
- Prioritize and schedule tasks older than 5 days
- Complete tasks approaching 7-day limit
- Review and categorize all pending tasks daily
- KRIncrease productivity by 25% through efficient task management
- Allocate tasks based on individual's skill sets
- Include routine performance evaluations to identify bottlenecks
- Implement a robust digital task management system
- KRAchieve 85% completion of assigned tasks each week
- Review and track task completion progress weekly
- Allocate specific time slots daily to focus on assignments
- Prioritized assigned tasks according to importance and due dates
OKRs to to efficiently deliver tasks with minimal supervision under high-pressure scenarios
- ObjectiveTo efficiently deliver tasks with minimal supervision under high-pressure scenarios
- KRIncrease output speed by 20% without raising the error frequency above 5%
- Implement efficient time management strategies
- Improve staff training for optimized performance
- Upgrade to faster, error-reducing software
- KRComplete 100% of tasks independently, without requesting external assistance
- Plan and prioritize work to manage time efficiently
- Review completed tasks thoroughly to ensure quality
- Develop knowledge and skills to handle given tasks properly
- KRHandle 3 high-pressure situations efficiently, with positive feedback on performance
- Create a prioritization system for managing high-pressure tasks effectively
- Develop stress management techniques for handling high-pressure situations
- Implement regular performance reviews to ensure positive feedback
OKRs to boost CEO's efficiency and effectiveness
- ObjectiveBoost CEO's efficiency and effectiveness
- KRImplement a new time management tool and increase its usage to 100%
- Monitor and encourage regular usage
- Research and choose an efficient time management tool
- Train employees on its usage and benefits
- KRDelegate 20% more tasks to improve time for strategic objectives
- Review current task allocation among team members
- Identify suitable tasks for delegation
- Train staff for new tasks
- KRReduce unnecessary meeting times by 25% to increase focus time
- Eliminate redundant or non-essential meetings
- Encourage email updates instead of meetings
- Implement a strict time limit for each meeting
How to write your own Task Management 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.
- 1. Go to Tability's plan editor
- 2. Click on the "Generate goals using AI" button
- 3. Use natural language to describe 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.
- 1. Go to Tability's plan editor
- 2. Add your existing OKRs (you can import them from a spreadsheet)
- 3. Click on "Generate analysis"
Tability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRsTability 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.
Task Management 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 Task Management 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:
- It brings the goals back to the top of the mind
- It will highlight poorly set OKRs
- It will surface execution risks
- It improves transparency and accountability
We recommend using a spreadsheet for your first OKRs cycle. You'll need to get familiar with the scoring and tracking first. Then, you can scale your OKRs process by using a proper OKR-tracking tool for it.
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 Task Management OKR templates
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