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Linking Objectives

Linking OKRs is a strategic approach that allows organizations to establish company-wide goals while empowering teams to define specific Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) that support these broader targets. This collaborative framework aligns individual and team-level goals with the company's vision, creating a unified approach to achieving high-level objectives. Teams are given autonomy to tailor their OKRs to reflect their specific roles, which enhances their engagement and fosters a sense of ownership.

Benefits of Linking OKRs​

The following are some advantages of using OKRs in your organization:

  • Enhanced Agility - Teams can adapt their OKRs to respond to shifting priorities, which is especially valuable in fast-paced industries.
  • Increased Ownership - Autonomy in setting OKRs encourages team members to take ownership of their contributions..
  • Clearer Alignment - By linking individual and team OKRs to company goals, employees gain clarity on how their work directly impacts organizational success.

Introduction to Aligned OKRs​

Aligned OKRs extend the linking concept by emphasizing transparency and communication across all levels. With Aligned OKRs, teams set their own objectives while ensuring alignment with the overarching company goals. This creates a dynamic where each team's unique goals contribute to the company's shared vision, offering flexibility in approach but consistency in direction.

Example of Aligned OKRs: Increasing Customer Satisfaction​

Team-level Aligned OKRs:​

Customer Support Team:

Objective: [Provide faster, more effective customer support.]

Key Results:

  • Resolve customer inquiries within 8 hours, improving from 12 hours.
  • Increase the number of positive feedback responses by 15%.

Product Team:

Objective: Enhance user experience to reduce frustration.

Key Results:

  • Reduce reported user issues by 25%.
  • Increase positive usability feedback by 20%.

Follow the steps outlined here to link your objectives to your organization objectives.

  1. To access the OKRs page, click the hamburger icon and OKRs.
  2. From the OKR listing page, select an OKR.
  3. In the Linked Objectives section, use the search bar to search for the Objective with ID or keyword from title or description
  4. Select the required Objective and click +.

The Objective is linked to your OKR.