Project Management Podcast: Project Management for the Masses with Cesar Abeid, PMP
OKR Coaching with Ben Lamorte and Cesar Abeid
Feb 24, 2025
In a dynamic discussion, Ben Lamorte, a renowned expert in Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and founder of OKRs.com, reveals how OKRs can revolutionize project management. He shares the history and importance of defining measurable key results that align with broader goals. The conversation also dives into the coaching framework for mastering OKRs, emphasizing team alignment and continuous improvement. Discover the value of OKRs in enhancing communication across departments, and learn how to tackle implementation challenges for better organizational success.
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- OKRs serve as a powerful goal-setting framework that emphasizes clarity in objectives and measurable outcomes to drive team performance.
- The importance of defining the 'why' behind each objective fosters engagement and keeps teams aligned with the organization's vision.
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Understanding OKRs
Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) originated in the 1970s and gained traction in Silicon Valley around the 2000s, particularly through their adoption by Google. They serve as a goal-setting framework, allowing organizations to define their objectives broadly while identifying measurable key results to track progress. The rise of OKRs has reached various sectors beyond technology, with industries like education, non-profits, and banks utilizing this framework. Effective application of OKRs emphasizes the need for clarity in objectives and measurable outcomes that inspire motivation and drive team performance.
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