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What are Communication Improvement Team 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.

Writing good OKRs can be hard, especially if it's your first time doing it. You'll need to center the focus of your plans around outcomes instead of projects.

We have curated a selection of OKR examples specifically for Communication Improvement Team to assist you. Feel free to explore the templates below for inspiration in setting your own goals.

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

Communication Improvement Team OKRs examples

You will find in the next section many different Communication Improvement Team 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 foster open communication and continual improvement within the team

  • ObjectiveFoster open communication and continual improvement within the team
  • KRAchieve a 25% increase in actionable suggestions from team members
  • TaskEnhance communication channels for suggestions
  • TaskConduct regular brainstorming sessions with team
  • TaskImplement a reward system for valuable suggestions
  • KREnsure 100% of team members participate in at least one feedback session
  • TaskTrack and confirm each member's participation
  • TaskCreate a schedule for mandatory feedback sessions
  • TaskInform team members about the feedback sessions
  • KRConduct 8 team feedback sessions focused on insight sharing and improvement ideas
  • TaskSchedule 8 team feedback sessions for idea sharing
  • TaskEvaluate and implement suggestions for improvement after sessions
  • TaskPrepare a structured format for insight exchange

OKRs to enhance stakeholder communication for improved transparency and reporting

  • ObjectiveEnhance stakeholder communication for improved transparency and reporting
  • KRIncrease the number of reports shared with stakeholders by 30%
  • TaskAnalyze current processes for generating and sharing reports
  • TaskImplement efficiences to enable increased report production
  • TaskIncrease frequency of reports sent to stakeholders
  • KRAchieve a 70% positive feedback rating from stakeholders on newly implemented reporting
  • TaskRegularly communicate system benefits to stakeholders
  • TaskEnsure comprehensive training sessions on the new reporting system
  • TaskImplement real-time adjustments based on ongoing feedback
  • KRImplement a bi-weekly stakeholder communication plan by end of month 1
  • TaskLaunch and monitor the bi-weekly communication plan
  • TaskDesign communication protocol and schedule
  • TaskIdentify key stakeholders and their communication preferences

OKRs to initiate team building activities to foster stronger connections

  • ObjectiveInitiate team building activities to foster stronger connections
  • KRIncrease the team communication score by 30% compared to the previous quarter
  • TaskEncourage regular team meetings for updates
  • TaskIntroduce a daily communication tool/platform
  • TaskImplement weekly team-building exercises
  • KRAchieve an average team satisfaction rate of 80% from post-activity surveys
  • TaskDevelop a comprehensive post-activity satisfaction survey
  • TaskEstablish a feedback-action system to address issues
  • TaskImplement regular team building activities
  • KRPlan and conduct at least two team-building activities per month
  • TaskAllocate resources and schedule the activities
  • TaskIdentify suitable team-building activities
  • TaskEvaluate activity effectiveness afterwards

OKRs to enhance my leadership capabilities

  • ObjectiveEnhance my leadership capabilities
  • KRComplete three industry-recognized leadership training courses
  • KRReceive an average score of 4.5 or above on a peer-leadership survey
  • TaskResearch and implement effective leadership strategies
  • TaskRegularly undertake leadership development workshops
  • TaskSeek constructive feedback from peers
  • KRFacilitate 5 team meetings to enhance communication and decision-making skills
  • TaskProvide resources and activities during meetings to improve these skills
  • TaskDevelop an agenda focused on enhancing communication and decision-making skills
  • TaskPlan and schedule five team meetings in the upcoming period

OKRs to enhance and refine my communication skills

  • ObjectiveEnhance and refine my communication skills
  • KRPractice public speaking at four local events
  • TaskResearch and select four events suitable for public speaking
  • TaskRegister and attend these local events as a speaker
  • TaskPrepare speeches relevant to each event's topic or theme
  • KRReceive positive feedback on communication improvement from 6 team members
  • TaskRequest feedback from team members regularly
  • TaskImplement learned techniques into daily team interactions
  • TaskEngage in training courses for effective communication skills
  • KRComplete two advanced communication training workshops
  • TaskAttend and actively participate in these workshops
  • TaskApply learned knowledge in professional communications
  • TaskResearch and register for two advanced communication training workshops

OKRs to enhance team efficiency while maintaining work quality

  • ObjectiveEnhance team efficiency while maintaining work quality
  • KRReduce task completion time by 20% through workflow optimization
  • TaskTrain employees on effective time management
  • TaskAutomate repetitive tasks using digital tools
  • TaskIdentify and eliminate unnecessary steps in the workflow
  • KRImplement a new communication strategy that increases productivity by 15%
  • TaskDevelop a streamlined communication structure promoting clarity and efficacy
  • TaskMonitor and adjust strategy after implementation for continuous improvement
  • TaskTrain employees on new communication tools for optimized usage
  • KRMaintain customer satisfaction rate at 90% or above
  • TaskConduct regular client surveys to measure satisfaction rates
  • TaskProvide consistent, high-quality customer service training
  • TaskImplement feedback from customer surveys for improvement

OKRs to improve student attendance and literacy statistics

  • ObjectiveImprove student attendance and literacy statistics
  • KRRaise student attendance by 15%
  • TaskOffer rewards for consistent attendance
  • TaskCreate engaging curriculum to boost student interest
  • TaskImplement a clear and effective communication system for parents and students
  • KRImprove grade-level literacy rates by 20%
  • TaskProvide ongoing professional development for educators
  • TaskExpand family literacy activities and resources
  • TaskImplement intensive, individualized reading intervention programs
  • KRReduce number of students with low literacy skills by 10%
  • TaskEncourage regular parent-teacher communication
  • TaskHire additional reading specialists for support
  • TaskImplement targeted literacy intervention programs

OKRs to to strengthen relationship and engagement with practices

  • ObjectiveTo strengthen relationship and engagement with practices
  • KRAchieve a 15% increase in regular communication with practices
  • TaskRegularly schedule bi-weekly practice management meetings
  • TaskImplement weekly email updates for ongoing practice-related events
  • TaskCreate an interactive feedback system for immediate responses
  • KRImplement two new collaborative projects with practices
  • TaskIdentify suitable practices for collaboration
  • TaskInitiate contact and negotiate project details
  • TaskDevelop proposal for new collaborative projects
  • KRImprove satisfaction among practices by 20% as measured by a follow-up survey
  • TaskIntroduce new incentives for high-performing practices
  • TaskEnhance communication between management and practices
  • TaskImplement regular feedback sessions with practices

OKRs to improve communication by ensuring quarterly check-in with performance manager

  • ObjectiveImprove communication by ensuring quarterly check-in with performance manager
  • KRImplement action plan based on feedback received from performance manager
  • TaskDevelop a comprehensive action plan addressing the concerns highlighted
  • TaskReview feedback received from performance manager thoroughly
  • TaskBegin implementation of formulated action plan immediately
  • KRDiscuss performance goals and feedback during check-in meeting
  • TaskReview previous performance goals before the check-in meeting
  • TaskPrepare constructive and specific feedback points
  • TaskSchedule a check-in meeting to discuss performance goals
  • KRSchedule and attend quarterly check-in meeting with performance manager
  • TaskDetermine a suitable date and time for the check-in meeting
  • TaskSend meeting invite to performance manager
  • TaskAttend the scheduled check-in meeting

How to write your own Communication Improvement Team 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.

Communication Improvement Team 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 Communication Improvement Team OKRs

Your quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly in order to get all the benefits of the OKRs 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 Communication Improvement Team OKR templates

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