Measure What Matters

Measure What Matters

by John Doerr · 2018

Legendary venture capitalist John Doerr reveals the Objectives and Key Results (OKR) system that has powered the success of Google, Bono's ONE Foundation, and thousands of other organizations. OKRs provide a proven framework for setting ambitious goals, aligning teams, and turning vision into measurable reality.

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Key Ideas
Ideas are easy. Execution is everything.
When people help choose the destination, they're more committed to getting there.
A culture of measurement is a culture of accountability - and accountability drives results.

Ideas are easy. Execution is everything.

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Notable Quotes

Ideas are easy. Execution is everything.

When people help choose the destination, they're more committed to getting there.

A culture of measurement is a culture of accountability - and accountability drives results.

CFRs - conversations, feedback, and recognition - are the connective tissue that binds OKRs together.

OKRs are not a silver bullet. They are a framework for having better conversations.

Stretch goals push us beyond our comfort zone. They force us to be more creative, more resourceful, and more determined.

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