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7 OKR examples for Teamwork

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What are Teamwork 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.

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.

To aid you in setting your goals, we have compiled a collection of OKR examples customized for Teamwork. Take a look at the templates below for inspiration and guidance.

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

The best tools for writing perfect Teamwork OKRs

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Teamwork OKRs examples

You will find in the next section many different Teamwork 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 promote an environment fostering teamwork, learning, and growth

  • ObjectivePromote an environment fostering teamwork, learning, and growth
  • KRImplement a mentorship program achieving 80% participation
  • TaskDefine objectives and scope of the mentorship program
  • TaskPromote program and encourage participation
  • TaskIdentify potential mentors and train them
  • KRFacilitate 10 team-building activities that drive collaborative learning
  • TaskImplement and supervise team-building sessions
  • TaskResearch suitable team-building exercises that promote collaborative learning
  • TaskCreate a plan outlining the 10 chosen activities
  • KRIncrease team skills improvement by 25% through specialized training sessions
  • TaskResearch current team skills and identify areas for improvement
  • TaskHire professional trainers for specialized training sessions
  • TaskMonitor and evaluate progress post training

OKRs to improve team performance through effective teamwork and collaboration

  • ObjectiveImprove team performance through effective teamwork and collaboration
  • KRReduce conflicts within the team by 50% by implementing conflict resolution strategies
  • TaskEncourage active listening and empathy among team members during conflicts
  • TaskEstablish a clear communication protocol to address conflicts promptly
  • TaskImplement a mentorship program to provide guidance and support during conflict resolution
  • TaskConduct a team-wide conflict resolution training session
  • KRDevelop team members' skills by organizing at least two team-building workshops focused on enhancing collaboration and problem-solving abilities
  • KRIncrease team productivity by 20% through enhanced communication and coordination
  • TaskProvide effective communication tools and train team members on how to use them
  • TaskImplement regular team meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and goals
  • TaskEncourage collaboration by assigning cross-functional projects and fostering teamwork
  • TaskDevelop a centralized system for task tracking, deadlines, and accountability
  • KREnhance employee satisfaction and engagement by achieving an average team happiness score of 8 out of 10
  • TaskImplement employee recognition programs to celebrate achievements and boost team morale
  • TaskAnalyze survey results to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted action plans
  • TaskProvide regular opportunities for employee feedback and implement suggestions for enhancing happiness
  • TaskConduct quarterly employee satisfaction surveys to measure team happiness score

OKRs to boost teamwork and development via regular manager-employee meetings

  • ObjectiveBoost teamwork and development via regular manager-employee meetings
  • KRImplement a standardized meeting schedule for managers and their onsite teams by week 2
  • TaskSelect a consistent time and day for weekly manager-team meetings
  • TaskCommunicate proposed schedule to the managers and teams
  • TaskIncorporate feedback and finalize weekly meeting schedule
  • KRAchieve a 20% increase in the employee development index by quarter end
  • TaskImplement mandatory professional development workshops
  • TaskFoster a mentorship program within the organization
  • TaskIncrease feedback and coaching sessions
  • KRConduct at least two remote team-building activities each month
  • TaskFacilitate the planned team-building sessions
  • TaskSchedule the activities on team calendar
  • TaskIdentify suitable remote team-building exercises

OKRs to acquire the company award for exceptional teamwork

  • ObjectiveAcquire the company award for exceptional teamwork
  • KRImprove overall team performance by 35% compared to last quarter's productivity
  • TaskEnhance project management strategies
  • TaskImplement weekly performance review and feedback sessions
  • TaskIncrease training and skill development sessions
  • KRLead a collaborative project successfully involving at least four different departments
  • TaskEncourage regular communication among teams
  • TaskImplement project management tools for coordination
  • TaskArrange cross-departmental meetings to discuss project goals
  • KRConduct bi-weekly team-building activities resulting in higher engagement scores
  • TaskAnalyze results to continually enhance team-building approaches
  • TaskImplement measures to evaluate engagement during activities
  • TaskOutline and schedule varied bi-weekly team-building activities

OKRs to cultivate an environment fostering teamwork and high performance

  • ObjectiveCultivate an environment fostering teamwork and high performance
  • KRReduce task completion time by 15% without compromising on quality determined by client feedback
  • TaskSet achievable goals and provide time management training
  • TaskEncourage regular team communication to avoid misunderstandings
  • TaskImplement efficient project management tools for better task tracking
  • KRIncrease team's productivity by 25% measured through output or completed projects
  • TaskImplement a reward system for delivered work to boost motivation
  • TaskImplement daily team check-ins to track progress
  • TaskIncorporate efficient digital tools for better task management
  • KRAchieve 90% positive feedback on team collaboration from internal employee survey
  • TaskEncourage open communication and teamwork through collaborative workshops
  • TaskCollect and address feedback or concerns routinely
  • TaskImplement regular team-building activities

OKRs to cultivate a harmonious, integrated team environment

  • ObjectiveCultivate a harmonious, integrated team environment
  • KRIncrease our team's collaborative project completion rate by 30%
  • TaskProvide team-building activities to enhance cooperation
  • TaskUse project management software for task tracking
  • TaskImplement weekly progress meetings to establish clarity
  • KRFoster interdepartmental collaborations in at least 2 separate projects
  • TaskIdentify opportunities for collaboration in existing projects
  • TaskDevelop shared goals and timelines for these collaborative projects
  • TaskOrganize collaborative brainstorming sessions between departments
  • KRReduce internal communication conflicts by 25% through conflict management training
  • TaskMonitor and evaluate effectiveness of training periodically
  • TaskImplement regular conflict management training for staff
  • TaskProvide employees with feedback and additional resources

OKRs to enhance teamwork across different departments

  • ObjectiveEnhance teamwork across different departments
  • KRAchieve participation of all department heads in bi-weekly collaboration meetings
  • TaskRemind participants about meeting via email or text
  • TaskSend meeting invites to all department heads in advance
  • TaskProvide a clear agenda for every meeting
  • KRImplement 5 cross-departmental projects with shared KPIs and responsibilities
  • TaskLaunch and monitor cross-departmental projects for effective implementation
  • TaskIdentify potential departments for collaboration on shared KPI projects
  • TaskDefine shared KPIs and responsibilities for each project
  • KRIncrease cross-team employee satisfaction rates by 20% through regular feedback loops
  • TaskCreate recognition programs for cross-team collaborations
  • TaskImplement regular cross-team meetings for feedback exchange
  • TaskIntroduce a system for anonymous feedback submissions

Teamwork 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

Focus can only be achieve by limiting the number of competing priorities. It is crucial that you take the time to identify where you need to move the needle, and avoid adding business-as-usual activities to your 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

Having good goals is only half the effort. You'll get significant more value from your OKRs if you commit to a weekly check-in process.

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

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More Teamwork OKR templates

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