Implement impactful OKRs to align teams, create focus, and drive measurable success in your organisation.
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Introduction
"Measure What Matters" by John Doerr explains the power of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), a framework for goal-setting that drives clarity, focus, and execution. Introduced by Andy Grove at Intel and later adopted by Google, OKRs transform the way organisations prioritise and achieve goals. This book reveals how OKRs inspire teams to align their efforts, push boundaries, and deliver meaningful results.
The Core of OKRs
OKRs consist of two parts:
Doerr breaks OKRs into four "superpowers":
OKRs in Practice
The book features real-world case studies to showcase OKRs in action:
Implementing OKRs
The success of OKRs hinges on simplicity, transparency, and adaptability:
Key Takeaways
"Measure What Matters" emphasises that successful execution of OKRs requires discipline and leadership buy-in. It’s a must-read for leaders looking to create a results-driven organisation where teams are empowered to achieve their best work.
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My name is Ewoud Uphof, a marketing strategist with 15 years of experience. I've been fascinated by growth since 2010, and I created this guide out of a passion for sharing what I've learned. These guides are a way for me to give back to the marketing community and are also linked to my video course, which covers these topics in even greater depth.
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Implement impactful OKRs to align teams, create focus, and drive measurable success in your organisation.
Find and fix what’s slowing your team down. This free scan assesses your marketing, sales, and automation setup, giving you clear recommendations to improve efficiency and eliminate bottlenecks.
Free up a full day every week to focus on growth. We'll fix the systems, tools, and workflows holding your team back.