Brett Knowles, an organizational performance expert, dives into the pressing need for businesses to evolve their operating models in today's fast-paced world. He discusses how traditional bureaucratic structures are failing us and explains the benefits of adaptable strategies. The conversation covers the impact of remote work and AI on organizational dynamics, the power of OKRs in aligning teams, and the importance of autonomy and continuous goal-setting. With insights on fostering communication and agility, Brett provides a roadmap for thriving in the 'new normal'.

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. In this episode, we are joined by Tom Rausch, Director of Consulting at Barrett values centre. Tom chats to Roger about his work at Barrett transforming businesses, and the changing trends they’ve seen when it comes to values and culture.      Enjoy the episode!   

Welcome back to Giant Talk. In this episode, Roger welcomes Ian Turner, Talent Director at Talk Talk, a telecommunications organisation providing pay television and Internet access services to businesses and consumers in the United Kingdom. Ian chats to Roger about the Talk Talk OKR journey and the benefits they have seen from using them.      Enjoy the episode! 

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. In this episode host Roger Longden chats to Bernie Smith, a KPI guru! Roger and Bernie dig into the topic ‘OKR vs KPIs’, and dispel some common myths. How and when should you use OKRs & KPIs? Listen to this insightful conversation to find out.    Enjoy the episode!   

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. After being at the forefront of the OKR space for some time, Roger Longden, Founder and Chairman of TBG joins us to share his learnings and thoughts on OKR, and the change he has seen in the OKR world. He also gives an update about his new role as Chairman of TBG.     Enjoy the episode! Links The OKR Coach Handbook by Roger Longden.  

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. In the second episode of series 9 we are joined by Kyle Byrd, partner at Adventure Fund and former Product Manager at Atlassian. Kyle is a big advocate of OKRs and shares his experience of using them with Roger.   Enjoy the episode! Links Join the Blueprint Community - decisions.community  

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. Kicking off this new season, and back with Roger Longden as host, we welcome Ahmed Elnahas, IT Manager at NN Group. Ahmed has been working with OKRs for some time and has an interesting take on how he uses them and how OKRs can work with agile.    Enjoy the episode! Links Join our OKR Professionals Slack community here - http://bit.ly/3FBQ7Ug

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. In this episode, we are joined by Chris Abbass, CEO and Founder of Talentful - a global talent recruitment company for tech companies.   In this episode, we talk about the importance of a sense of purpose in the workplace.   Enjoy the episode!

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. In this episode we are joined by Mike Goitein, an Enterprise OKR, Agile, and Product coach at KeyBank, a top-20 US bank. Mike, who has a background in IT consulting, now supports KeyBank’s ongoing Agile transformation. In this episode we talk about creativity and strategy vs analysis and planning. Enjoy the episode!   Links Josh Seiden book “Outcomes Over Outputs” Josh Seiden & Jeff Gothelf’s book “Lean UX” Simon Sinek YouTube video – “Noah” The Core Business Mindset That’s Killing Your OKRs

Welcome back to Giant Talk. In this episode we talk to Glo Gordon, CEO of MATRIXX Software, a global leader in 5G monetization solutions for the telecom industry.  Glo talks to us about the power of leadership, and leading an organisation through its transformation phase, even during a difficult time during the pandemic.    Enjoy the episode!