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10 OKR examples for Content

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What are Content 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 Content 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.

The best tools for writing perfect Content OKRs

Here are 2 tools that can help you draft your OKRs in no time.

Tability AI: to generate OKRs based on a prompt

Tability AI allows you to describe your goals in a prompt, and generate a fully editable OKR template in seconds.

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Tability Feedback: to improve existing OKRs

You can use Tability's AI feedback to improve your OKRs if you already have existing goals.

AI feedback for OKRs in Tability

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.

Content OKRs examples

You will find in the next section many different Content 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 increase overall audience engagement across all platforms

  • ObjectiveIncrease overall audience engagement across all platforms
  • KRAchieve a 20% increase in average session duration by end of the quarter
  • TaskImplement engaging content to keep visitors on site longer
  • TaskA/B test various site layouts for maximum engagement
  • TaskOptimize website speed for better user experience
  • KRImprove click-through rates (CTR) on posts by 10%
  • TaskImplement A/B testing to optimize post headlines
  • TaskRefine targeting strategies to reach relevant audiences
  • TaskEnhance visuals to attract more viewer attention
  • KRIncrease content-sharing by users by 15% per platform
  • TaskFacilitate social sharing with share buttons
  • TaskDevelop more engaging, shareable content
  • TaskImplement a user rewards program for sharing content

OKRs to boost social media content shares by refining our content strategy

  • ObjectiveBoost social media content shares by refining our content strategy
  • KRImplement the revised content strategy on all social media channels to test efficacy
  • TaskUpdate all social media channels with the revised content strategy
  • TaskAdjust strategy as needed based on analytics feedback
  • TaskMonitor engagement metrics on all platforms for efficacy analysis
  • KRAchieve over 20% increase in content shares across all social media platforms
  • TaskOptimise posts for each specific social media platform
  • TaskImplement a promotion strategy to boost content visibility
  • TaskCreate engaging, shareable content relevant to target audience
  • KRDevelop a refreshed, audience-focused content strategy by collaborating with market research
  • TaskDevelop innovative, audience-centric content ideas
  • TaskImplement the new content strategy and measure engagement
  • TaskAssemble team for market research and audience analysis

OKRs to enhance content quality to align with updated guidelines

  • ObjectiveEnhance content quality to align with updated guidelines
  • KRIncrease guideline-adherence in updated content by 90% measured through internal assessments
  • TaskImplement regular internal assessments for content update
  • TaskConduct training on guideline adherence
  • TaskDevelop feedback mechanism for content contributors
  • KRConduct a comprehensive review of all content by week 3
  • TaskAllocate specific review tasks to team members
  • TaskCompile all content for review by end of week 1
  • TaskComplete all reviews and edits by end of week 3
  • KRIdentify and correct 75% of non-compliant content items by week 5
  • TaskIdentify non-compliant content within available resources
  • TaskAnalyze and categorize identified non-compliant content
  • TaskImplement corrections for 75% of identified non-compliant content

OKRs to amplify our brand visibility through strategic content marketing

  • ObjectiveAmplify our brand visibility through strategic content marketing
  • KRDrive a 25% growth in newsletter subscriptions with engaging blog posts
  • KRGenerate 20% increase in unique page visits through SEO-optimized content
  • TaskMonitor website traffic and adjust SEO strategies accordingly
  • TaskConduct keyword research for highly searched terms in your industry
  • TaskOptimize website content with selected keywords
  • KRBoost social media shares by 30% through effective content distribution
  • TaskCreate engaging, shareable content relevant to target audience
  • TaskUtilize influencers for wider content distribution
  • TaskMonitor and optimize content sharing strategies regularly

OKRs to successfully complete 80% of the content project

  • ObjectiveSuccessfully complete 80% of the content project
  • KREnhance content quality by getting two positive feedback per week from the editor
  • TaskRequest feedback after implementing changes
  • TaskIncorporate editor's suggested changes in content
  • TaskSubmit articles regularly for the editor's review
  • KRDecrease project revision rate by 15% through careful drafting and editing
  • TaskTrain staff on meticulous proofreading techniques
  • TaskIncrease frequency of project editing cycles
  • TaskImplement stringent project drafting protocols
  • KRIncrease daily writing output by 20% to fast-track the project
  • TaskEnhance writing efficiency through training/tools
  • TaskLimit distractions during writing periods
  • TaskAllocate more daily hours exclusively to writing tasks

OKRs to enhance quality and reach of written content at TechnoStruct Academy

  • ObjectiveEnhance quality and reach of written content at TechnoStruct Academy
  • KRIncrease weekly content output by 25% without compromising quality
  • TaskPrioritize content production within your weekly schedule
  • TaskOrganize and streamline content creation process
  • TaskInvest in automation tools for efficiency
  • KRAchieve a 20% increase in reader engagement metrics
  • TaskImplement a user-friendly comment section
  • TaskDevelop and implement a personalized content recommendation system
  • TaskIncrease frequency of engaging, interactive posts
  • KRReceive positive feedback on 90% of content published
  • TaskConsistently create high-quality, engaging content
  • TaskRegularly solicit reader feedback to make improvements
  • TaskImplement changes based on received feedback swiftly

OKRs to enhance homepage with contextually relevant content to engage customers

  • ObjectiveEnhance homepage with contextually relevant content to engage customers
  • KRA/B test and improve homepage layout for better content visibility by 15%
  • TaskIdentify elements on homepage for A/B testing
  • TaskImplement A/B testing with different layouts
  • TaskAnalyze results and adjust layout accordingly
  • KRImplement content personalization for 70% of homepage visitors
  • TaskSet up tracking and analytics for homepage visits
  • TaskDevelop personalized content based on user profiles
  • TaskIdentify audience characteristics and create user profiles
  • KRIncrease customer engagement rate on homepage by 25%
  • TaskImplement interactive elements like quizzes or surveys on the homepage
  • TaskImprove website loading speed for superior user experience
  • TaskPersonalize the homepage based on user's preferences

OKRs to implement AI for content enhancement

  • ObjectiveImplement AI for content enhancement
  • KRIncorporate AI algorithms into content management system by end of quarter
  • TaskDevelop strategy for integrating identified AI algorithms
  • TaskImplement and test AI integration within the system
  • TaskIdentify suitable AI algorithms for the content management system
  • KRIncrease content personalization using AI by 30%
  • TaskImplement AI-driven algorithms for personalized content curation
  • TaskEnhance user profiling for improved personalization accuracy
  • TaskConduct A/B testing to optimize AI personalization efforts
  • KRImprove content discoverability by 40% through AI-based SEO improvements
  • TaskDevelop AI-driven keywords and meta tags for better search visibility
  • TaskImplement AI algorithms to evaluate and optimize SEO strategies
  • TaskUtilize AI for predictive analysis of trending topics and keywords

OKRs to deepen understanding of audience content preferences

  • ObjectiveDeepen understanding of audience content preferences
  • KRAnalyze data and summarize top 3 content preferences by month-end
  • TaskCompile analysis results into a summary report
  • TaskAcquire relevant content data for analysis
  • TaskAnalyze data to identify top 3 content preferences
  • KRConduct 3 audience surveys with at least 500 respondents each
  • TaskDesign comprehensive, engaging surveys for audience data collection
  • TaskDistribute surveys to at least 1500 potential respondents
  • TaskAnalyze and compile the survey responses data
  • KRIncrease audience engagement by 20% through optimized content strategy
  • TaskDevelop a comprehensive content strategy to boost engagement and interaction
  • TaskAnalyze current content to identify areas for improvement and optimization
  • TaskTest and implement new content formats to increase audience engagement

OKRs to boost lead conversions through improved touchpoint content

  • ObjectiveBoost lead conversions through improved touchpoint content
  • KREnhance lead conversion rates by 20% through content refinement strategies
  • TaskRegularly update content based on customer feedback and analytics
  • TaskImplement A/B testing for content variation outcomes
  • Taskincrease engagement with personalized and topic-focused content
  • KRExceed industry standard engagement metrics by 15% with superior content interaction
  • TaskInvestigate successful competitor strategies on content interaction
  • TaskImplement a robust content promotion plan
  • TaskDevelop higher quality, interactive, and engaging content
  • KRDevelop and implement 10 high-quality pieces of content per touchpoint
  • TaskImplement content across identified touchpoints
  • TaskIdentify 10 touchpoints for content distribution
  • TaskCreate 10 unique, high-quality content pieces

Content 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.

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AI feedback for OKRs in Tability

The rules of OKRs are simple. Quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly, and yearly OKRs should be tracked monthly. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:

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 Tability to save time with automated OKR dashboards, data connectors, and actionable insights.

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More Content OKR templates

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