KPI Unlocking Business Insights With KPI Trees Key Performance Indicator (KPI) trees are invaluable tools for businesses seeking comprehensive insights into their operations. By organising key metrics and performance indicators into a hierarchical structure, KPI trees provide a clear and systematic approach to understanding crucial aspects of a business. In this blog post, we will […]
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Is being CEO still the dream job, and what does it take to be a great CEO?
Leadership Is being CEO still the dream job, and what does it take to be great? Have you ever dreamed of being the CEO of a company? It’s a common aspiration for many people, and for good reason – being the head of a successful organization can bring many benefits. But is the top job […]
A New CEO’s Biggest Mistake: Strategy vs The Annual Plan
Strategy A New CEO’s Biggest Mistake: Strategy vs The Annual Plan There is a massive misconception in management—possibly the biggest elephant in the boardroom. A plan and a strategy are not the same thing. Many CEOs, new ones mostly, make the mistake of thinking that their annual plan is their strategy, and the implications of […]
CEOs, you need to change your thinking on performance reviews
Performance CEOs, you need to change your thinking on performance reviews Okay, here is my belief. The annual performance review is dead. Can you name a sports coach who gives feedback and coaching at the end of the season? Of course, there aren’t any. The whole idea is flawed. Written by Matt Roberts | Co-Founder […]
Is it time to call bull@$% on Productivity KPIs?
KPIs Is it time to call bull@$% on Productivity KPIs? When we consult on strategy and OKRs, productivity will eventually arise. As an enabler of goal achievement, the aim is to ensure as much time as possible is dedicated to goal progress. Written by Matt Roberts | Co-Founder of ZOKRI A focus on productivity is […]
Traits of the Best CEOs: The Lead Indicators of the Highest Performers
Leadership Traits of the Best CEOs The Lead Indicators of the Highest Performers How do you predict if a CEO will be successful? Is it their experience, intelligence, work ethic, or ability to lead a team? While these traits are undoubtedly important, a few rare qualities set high performers apart. Here are 11 traits that […]
The Full Spectrum of Benefits our Strategy & OKR Consultants Deliver
OKR Consultancy The Full Spectrum of Benefits our Strategy & OKR Consultants Deliver As a consultant specializing in strategy and OKRs, I have had the opportunity to work with several businesses that have leveraged the expertise of external experts to gain a competitive edge. While the benefits of hiring external experts are well-known, numerous hidden […]
Make More Effective Decisions By Navigating Behavioural Biases
OKR Consultants Make More Effective Decisions By Navigating Behavioural Biases As someone who has participated in numerous team meetings and workshops, I have seen firsthand how behavioural biases can affect the outcome of these gatherings. It is essential to recognize and overcome these biases to enhance team productivity and achieve better outcomes. Written by Matt […]
Make What Most Companies Do Poorly Your Opportunity
We’ve written a lot about what a good company strategy, goal e.g. OKR and KPI management looks like. To understand why doing this well is an opportunity you need to see how most leadership teams and the management and execution layers below them choose to manage these areas. Strategy in Slides Strategies in slides are […]
7 Expensive Goal Setting Mistakes Teams Make That Are Really Easy To Fix
Goals are not strategically aligned Most executive teams, let alone low level managers and employees, can not articulate a company’s strategy. This means that goals, whether they are SMART goals or OKRs, may not align with strategy. And if goals are not aligned with strategy then there’s a good change your strategy might not be […]
