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3 OKR examples for Labor Retention

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What are Labor Retention OKRs?

The OKR acronym stands for Objectives and Key Results. It's a goal-setting framework that was introduced at Intel by Andy Grove in the 70s, and it became popular after John Doerr introduced it to Google in the 90s. OKRs helps teams has a shared language to set ambitious goals and track progress towards them.

OKRs are quickly gaining popularity as a goal-setting framework. But, it's not always easy to know how to write your goals, especially if it's your first time using OKRs.

We've tailored a list of OKRs examples for Labor Retention to help you. You can look at any of the templates below to get some inspiration for your own goals.

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

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Labor Retention OKRs examples

We've added many examples of Labor Retention Objectives and Key Results, but we did not stop there. Understanding the difference between OKRs and projects is important, so we also added examples of strategic initiatives that relate to the OKRs.

Hope you'll find this helpful!

OKRs to boost labor retention rate

  • ObjectiveBoost labor retention rate
  • KRIncrease job satisfaction rate by 30% via employee recognition and rewards program
  • TaskImplement a comprehensive employee recognition program
  • TaskRegularly communicate individual accomplishments company-wide
  • TaskDevelop measurable reward systems for high performers
  • KRDecrease staff turnover by 15% through implementation of improved support schemes
  • TaskImplement career development programs for staff advancement
  • TaskDevelop and enforce an employee recognition system
  • TaskEstablish a comprehensive benefits package for all employees
  • KREnhance engagement scores by 20% by providing regular staff training

OKRs to boost labor retention through strategic implementations

  • ObjectiveBoost labor retention through strategic implementations
  • KRImplement 2 new retention initiatives enriching employees' work-life balance by quarter-end
  • TaskFormulate a detailed plan for implementing chosen initiatives
  • TaskExecute and roll out the initiatives firm-wide
  • TaskIdentify potential retention initiatives improving work-life balance
  • KRIncrease employee satisfaction score to over 80% with enhanced welfare programs
  • TaskImplement and communicate new welfare programs to all employees
  • TaskDevelop enhanced welfare programs based on feedback received
  • TaskIdentify current welfare programs' issues through direct employee feedback
  • KRDecrease employee turnover rate by 10% through effective engagement strategies
  • TaskInstitute a system for employee feedback and recognition
  • TaskImplement regular team-building activities
  • TaskEstablish effective communication and transparency protocols

OKRs to decrease direct funded vacancies under 2% of labor force

  • ObjectiveDecrease direct funded vacancies under 2% of labor force
  • KRImplement a robust recruitment strategy that fills 70% of open positions
  • TaskIdentify key roles and skills needed for vacant positions
  • TaskEmploy diverse sourcing methods to attract potential candidates
  • TaskUtilize algorithm-based programs for efficient talent acquisition
  • KRIncrease internal promotion processes by 30% to reduce vacancies
  • TaskAnalyze current promotion trends to identify potential improvements
  • TaskDevelop a skill-upgrading program for current employees
  • TaskImplement and monitor promotion performance scoring system
  • KRLower employee attrition rate to 4% through enhancing retention programs
  • TaskImplement a comprehensive employee mentorship program
  • TaskCreate additional opportunities for career advancement
  • TaskEnhance benefits packages to increase employee satisfaction

Labor Retention 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

OKRs without regular progress updates are just KPIs. You'll need to update progress on your OKRs every week to get the full benefits from the framework. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:

Spreadsheets are enough to get started. Then, once you need to scale you can use Tability to save time with automated OKR dashboards, data connectors, and actionable insights.

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More Labor Retention OKR templates

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