What are Agile Coach 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.
How you write your OKRs can make a huge difference on the impact that your team will have at the end of the quarter. But, it's not always easy to write a quarterly plan that focuses on outcomes instead of projects.
That's why we have created a list of OKRs examples for Agile Coach to help. You can use any of the templates below as a starting point to write your own goals.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
How to write your own Agile Coach OKRs
Option 1. Turn ideas into OKRs with Tability AI
While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here.
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.
Agile Coach OKRs examples
You will find in the next section many different Agile Coach 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 enhance skills and competencies as a Scrum Master and Agile coach
ObjectiveEnhance skills and competencies as a Scrum Master and Agile coach
KRCoach and uplift two junior team members to Scrum Master level
Provide constructive feedback regularly on their Scrum project performance- Offer regular, hands-on Scrum training sessions for junior team members
- Assign realistic Scrum leadership roles to build confidence
- KRLead a scrum team to deliver two successful sprint projects
- Outline expectations and define success for both sprint projects
- Provide feedback and celebrate team successes regularly
- Monitor progress and troubleshoot roadblocks daily
- KRComplete an advanced certification course in Agile methodologies
- Enroll in chosen course and purchase necessary materials
- Study and complete certification exam
- Identify appropriate advanced Agile certification course
OKRs to enhance skills and knowledge as Scrum Master and Agile Coach
- ObjectiveEnhance skills and knowledge as Scrum Master and Agile Coach
- KRComplete two additional certification courses relevant to Scrum Mastering and Agile Coaching
- Enroll in two selected certification courses
- Complete both certification courses successfully
- Identify potential Scrum Master or Agile Coaching certification courses
- KRConduct five effective coaching sessions, receiving positive feedback from at least 80% participants
- Encourage participants to provide feedback post-session
- Establish personalized objectives for each coaching session
- Monitor, track participant's progress, and adjust methods
- KRDevelop and implement one new successful strategy for team productivity enhancement
- Conduct a team meeting to brainstorm new productivity strategies
- Implement and monitor the new strategy
- Develop a detailed plan for the chosen strategy
OKRs to enhance the efficiency of our matured agile team
- ObjectiveEnhance the efficiency of our matured agile team
- KRReduce backlog items by 20%
- Implement additional resources towards tackling backlog
- Review and improve current work processes
- Prioritize backlog based on urgency and importance
- KRImprove team satisfaction score by 10 points through regular feedback and coaching
- Implement weekly feedback sessions within the team
- Encourage peer-to-peer feedback exchange
- Develop a coaching program for underperformers
- KRIncrease sprint completion rate by 15%
- Enhance periodic sprint retrospectives for better insights
- Implement strict time management and planning processes
- Improve team communication, coordination, and collaboration
OKRs to increase mastery in applying the agile process
- ObjectiveIncrease mastery in applying the agile process
- KRFacilitate a peer-review session around agile processes, receiving an average feedback score of 4/5
- Distribute a feedback form to assess the session
- Conduct an engaging and informative agile process review
- Prepare a comprehensive agenda for the peer-review session
- KRImplement three improvements from learned agile techniques in current projects
- Apply agile principles into daily routines and decision-making process
- Implement a sprints-based timeline for project tasks
- Incorporate regular stand-up meetings into project framework
- KRComplete two online agile process management courses with a score of 90% or above
- Allocate time daily to learn and review course materials
- Complete all course quizzes and assignments, targeting a 90%+ score
- Research and enroll in two online Agile process management courses
OKRs to drive an effective agile transformation for all team operations
- ObjectiveDrive an effective agile transformation for all team operations
- KRConduct 10+ training sessions on agile principles and practices
- Schedule and advertise the training sessions
- Develop detailed lesson plans for each agile training session
- Arrange resources necessary for conducting training sessions
- KRImplement agile methodologies in at least 3 different teams
- Identify key team members for Agile Methodology training
- Implement and monitor Agile practices within each team
- Schedule Agile coaching sessions for selected teams
- KRAchieve a 30% decrease in project delivery times through agile adoption
- Train team members in agile principles and practices
- Monitor and adapt processes for continuous improvement
- Implement agile methodologies in project management
OKRs to implement effective Agile PMO transformation
- ObjectiveImplement effective Agile PMO transformation
- KRDecrease project overhead costs by 30% using Agile frameworks
- Implement Agile methodologies across all project management teams
- Streamline workflows to optimize resource allocation
- Undertake continuous Agile framework training and improvements
- KRAchieve 25% increase in Project Delivery Efficiency using Agile practices
- Train team members on Agile practices and principles
- Implement Agile methodologies in project management processes
- Continuously monitor and improve the Agile implementation process
- KRTrain 80% of PMO team members on Agile methodologies and tools
- Monitor and measure training completion rates
- Identify the PMO team members requiring Agile training
- Schedule Agile methodology and tools training sessions
OKRs to elevate agile team's performance to top-tier status
- ObjectiveElevate agile team's performance to top-tier status
- KRAchieve 90% positive feedback on team's agility and efficiency in handling tasks
- Schedule weekly feedback sessions with the team
- Implement regular training sessions on agility and efficiency techniques
- Regularly review and improve task management processes
- KRIncrease average project completion rate by 20% without compromising on quality
- Streamline project management processes
- Conduct weekly training sessions to enhance skills
- Implement regular performance tracking and analytics
- KRImplement at least two upskilling training sessions resulting in marked improvement in competencies
- Organize two professional development workshops
- Identify necessary skills gaps within the team
- Evaluate performance post-training for improvement
OKRs to enhance Product Development Efficiency through Metrics and Tools
- ObjectiveEnhance Product Development Efficiency through Metrics and Tools
- KRDevelop and implement 3 new performance metrics for evaluating product development progress
- Formulate three new applicable performance metrics
- Identify key areas for improvement in product development process
- Implement metrics into ongoing project evaluation
- KRProcure and integrate 2 productivity-enhancing tools into the product development process
- KRIncrease product development speed by 20% using efficiency-focused operational methods
- Streamline communication processes for faster decision-making
- Provide efficiency training for product development team
- Implement agile methodology for quicker development cycles
OKRs to increase the sprint story points burnt down
- ObjectiveIncrease the sprint story points burnt down
- KRAchieve a 15% rise in story points burnt down by end of next sprint
- Improve team efficiency with better task prioritization
- Implement additional agile practices for effective management
- Extend working hours to meet required progression
- KRDecrease blocker incidents by 30% to increase sprint velocity
- Implement rigorous pre-testing for bug identification and avoidance
- Increase training for necessary skill advancements
- Enhance communication to promote issue transparency
- KRImprove team's Agile skill set by training all members in advanced Scrum techniques
- Secure funding for Scrum technique training
- Identify advanced Scrum training providers
- Schedule the team's training sessions
OKRs to elevate team agility and uphold quality
- ObjectiveElevate team agility and uphold quality
- KRIncrease sprint completion rate by 15%
- Implement daily stand ups to monitor project progress
- Implement strict deadline policies
- Provide sprint-specific training to the team
- KRImplement monthly training sessions to raise Agile standards by 20%
- Schedule regular training sessions with team
- Track progress and improvements post-training
- Develop comprehensive Agile training curriculum
- KRReduce project delivery delays by 25%
- Conduct regular check-ins to monitor progress
- Implement strict project management methodologies
- Assign clear, realistic deadlines for all tasks
Agile Coach 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
Having too many OKRs is the #1 mistake that teams make when adopting the framework. The problem with tracking too many competing goals is that it will be hard for your team to know what really matters.
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
Setting good goals can be challenging, but without regular check-ins, your team will struggle to make progress. We recommend that you track your OKRs weekly to get the full benefits from the framework.
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 Agile Coach OKRs
Quarterly OKRs should have weekly updates to get all the 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
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 Agile Coach OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
- OKRs to enhance cybersecurity maturity in the organization
- OKRs to elevate the NPS score in B2B SaaS by 5%
- OKRs to successfully complete annual security training
- OKRs to improve software quality and testing efficiency
- OKRs to achieve weight loss through moderate dieting and regular exercise
- OKRs to increase the conversion rate of BDR-generated leads into sales opportunities by 25%