15 customisable OKR examples for Employee Training
What are Employee Training 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.
Writing good OKRs can be hard, especially if it's your first time doing it. You'll need to center the focus of your plans around outcomes instead of projects.
We understand that setting OKRs can be challenging, so we have prepared a set of examples tailored for Employee Training. Take a peek at the templates below to find inspiration and kickstart your goal-setting process.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
Building your own Employee Training OKRs with AI
While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI generator below or our more complete goal-setting system to generate your own OKRs.
Feel free to explore our tools:
- Use our free OKR generator
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Our customisable Employee Training OKRs examples
You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Employee Training. We also included strategic projects for each template to make it easier to understand the difference between key results and projects.
Hope you'll find this helpful!
1. OKRs to embed security consciousness in business operations
Embed security consciousness in business operations
Reduce security breaches by 25% through rigorous employee training
Implement mandatory cybersecurity training for all employees
Schedule regular refresher courses on data protection
Update security policies and disseminate to staff
Establish a quarterly security audit to identify potential vulnerabilities
Schedule regular audits with a professional auditor
Define the scope of each quarterly security audit
Create a process to address identified vulnerabilities
Achieve 100% compliance on mandatory security awareness training by all employees
Organize regular training sessions for all personnel
Monitor and document each employee's training progress
Distribute security awareness training materials to all employees
2. OKRs to enhance confidence and development through targeted training
Enhance confidence and development through targeted training
Improve scores on post-training evaluations by 20%
Conduct constructive feedback sessions after training
Implement more interactive teaching methods in training sessions
Increase frequency of immediate post-training revision
Apply learned techniques from training to at least 3 different work projects
Identify 3 work projects that can use new techniques
Monitor and tweak the applied techniques as required
Implement learned techniques in chosen projects
Enroll in at least 2 skills-enhancing training courses related to role
Register and pay for the identified courses
Schedule time for attending the selected courses
Identify relevant courses for professional development
3. OKRs to improve CX across the agency
Improve CX across the agency
Reduce average response time to customer inquiries by 20%
Implement a ticketing system to track customer inquiries and responses
Regularly analyze response data to identify bottlenecks and implement necessary improvements
Train customer support team on effective communication and problem-solving skills
Streamline internal processes to minimize handoffs and improve response efficiency
Implement a new training program to enhance employee communication skills
Provide ongoing support and resources such as online courses or mentors to reinforce and enhance communication skills
Develop customized training modules targeting identified areas of weakness in communication skills
Identify areas of weakness in employee communication skills through assessments and evaluations
Schedule and facilitate interactive workshops and role-playing exercises to practice effective communication techniques
Achieve a Net Promoter Score of 9 or above from client feedback
Analyze client feedback to identify areas for improvement and determine specific action plans
Establish a customer loyalty program to incentivize and reward clients for their continued support
Implement regular NPS surveys to gather client feedback on a continuous basis
Enhance customer service training program to improve communication and relationship-building skills
Increase customer satisfaction ratings by 10% through regular feedback surveys
Regularly send out the feedback survey to all customers after their interactions
Create a short and simple online feedback survey with targeted questions
Use the insights gained from feedback surveys to make necessary improvements and adjustments
Implement a system to analyze and track customer feedback data efficiently
4. OKRs to improve employee development and training programs
Enhance employee skillset and productivity
Implement personalized development plans for each employee
Generate a 15% increase in overall productivity after training
Achieve a 90% employee satisfaction rate for training and development
Increase participation rate in training sessions by 20%
5. OKRs to launch a successful employee advocacy program
Launch a successful employee advocacy program
Measure and demonstrate a 15% improvement in brand impact due to advocacy
Implement customer advocacy strategies effectively
Identify key metrics for evaluating brand impact
Analyze and report increased brand impact
Train 75% of employees on advocacy program within quarter
Identify suitable advocacy program instructors
Schedule advocacy training sessions for employees
Monitor and document participation rates
Increase internal program adoption by 25%
Implement incentive schemes for program adoption
Develop engaging internal communication about program benefits
Provide comprehensive training for effective program usage
6. OKRs to deliver high-quality, budget-friendly training programs
Deliver high-quality, budget-friendly training programs
Reduce the cost per trainee by 20% without compromising quality
Reduce unnecessary training material costs
Implement efficient online training platforms
Utilize in-house trainers instead of external
Achieve 90% positive feedback score from trainee satisfaction surveys
Improve training content based on previous feedback
Regularly engage trainees for feedback
Provide comprehensive after-training support
Develop and launch 2 new cost-efficient training modules by end of quarter
Initiate the launch of the created modules
Develop two cost-effective training materials
Identify necessary components for cost-efficient training modules
7. OKRs to boost employee awareness and risk perception
Boost employee awareness and risk perception
Reduce risk-related incidents by 25% through implementing preventative measures
Conduct regular training sessions to educate staff on risk prevention measures
Identify potential risk factors and root causes in existing operations
Develop and implement a comprehensive risk prevention plan
Launch a company-wide risk awareness training program with 90% staff completion
Design content for company-wide risk awareness training program
Devise a plan to engage and incentivize 90% staff participation
Implement tracking system to monitor employee training completion rates
Increase employee survey scores related to risk perception by 20%
Conduct workshops on risk management and its benefits
Involve employees in risk decision processes
Implement a robust risk reporting system
8. OKRs to improve Employee Retention
Improve Employee Retention
Implement a professional development program and have 80% of employees participate
Design and deliver engaging training sessions that align with employees' needs and goals
Establish a tracking system to monitor employees' participation and measure the program's effectiveness
Conduct a needs assessment to identify specific professional development opportunities
Create a structured mentorship program to support employees' professional growth and knowledge sharing
Conduct exit interviews with departing employees and identify recurring themes for improvement
Ask open-ended questions to gather feedback on employee experience
Analyze data from exit interviews to identify common areas for improvement
Implement strategies to address recurring themes and enhance employee satisfaction
Schedule exit interviews for departing employees
Reduce voluntary employee turnover rate by 10% compared to the previous quarter
Increase employee satisfaction score by 15% through quarterly surveys
Analyze survey results to identify areas of improvement and develop action plans
Communicate survey findings and action plans to employees to ensure transparency
Implement an anonymous and confidential survey to gather employee feedback
Regularly track and evaluate progress towards the goal and adjust strategies accordingly
9. OKRs to provide ongoing compliance training and education to all employees
Improve compliance knowledge and adherence
Conduct monthly audit and review of compliance improvement with department managers
Discuss identified compliance gaps with department managers
Schedule monthly compliance improvement audits with department managers
Develop and implement corrective action plans to improve compliance
Review current compliance performance for all departments
Increase employee certification success rate by 20%
Implement personalized study plans
Facilitate group study sessions
Offer practice exams and feedback
Provide access to study materials
Launch 2 e-learning modules covering mandatory compliance regulations
Develop content for e-learning modules and ensure accuracy with legal team
Identify mandatory compliance regulations to be covered in e-learning modules
Train and disseminate e-learning modules to all employees, including tracking completion rates
Design user-friendly interface and incorporate interactive elements into e-learning platform
Conduct monthly training sessions with active participation of 90% of employees
Schedule monthly training sessions for all employees
Solicit feedback from employees to improve future training sessions
Create engaging training materials with interactive components
Monitor participation rates and follow up with non-participants
10. OKRs to establish comprehensive food safety training across the company
Establish comprehensive food safety training across the company
Achieve an average post-training test score of 85% across all departments
Establish post-training mini-tests to measure understanding
Develop comprehensive, detailed training materials for all departments
Implement regular training sessions throughout all departments
Develop interactive food safety training curriculum by consulting 3+ industry experts
Draft interactive curriculum based on expert feedback
Review current food safety training material
Identify and reach out to 3+ industry experts for consultation
Ensure 100% of company staff completes the training within the quarter
Implement a mandatory policy for staff training completion
Remind staff weekly about required training
Regularly monitor and update training progress
11. OKRs to improve employee engagement in OKR setting process
Improve employee engagement in OKR setting process
Conduct at least 2 interactive workshops on OKR understanding and significance
Identify suitable speakers/experts for OKR workshops
Develop workshop content based on OKR principles
Plan and schedule two interactive OKR workshops
Survey employees to improve OKR process, aiming for 20% more positive feedback
Distribute the survey to all employees via email
Analyze responses and implement changes based on feedback
Design an anonymous survey focused on OKR process improvement
Increase employee participation in OKR setting by 30% through incentivizing contribution
Implement an incentive program for employees contributing to OKR setting
Increase communication about the significance of employees' role in OKR setting
Provide training sessions on the benefits of OKR participation
12. OKRs to obtain ISO certification for our organization
Obtain ISO certification for our organization
Complete ISO application documentation with 100% accuracy
Double check for 100% accuracy before final submission
Ensure error-free, precise entries in ISO application
Compile all necessary info and data for ISO application
Pass ISO audit with zero non-compliance issues
Ensure all processes follow established ISO standards and guidelines
Train staff on importance of ISO compliance and audit guidelines
Conduct regular internal audits to identify and rectify potential issues
Train 90% of employees on ISO requirements and standards
Schedule ISO training sessions for all employees
Identify suitable ISO training programs for the employees
Track and document individual employee progress
13. OKRs to enhance training areas for improvement identification
Enhance training areas for improvement identification
Conduct a comprehensive review and analysis on identified areas for enhancements
Perform an in-depth analysis based on the review
Identify areas that require improvement or enhancements
Carry out detailed research for a comprehensive review
Create and implement detailed action plans for the top 2 areas requiring improvement
Begin implementing both action plans
Identify top 2 areas needing most improvement
Develop detailed plans for each area
Identify and categorize at least 10 potential areas for improvements in current training
Categorize findings into at least 10 improvement segments
Survey employees to identify dissatisfaction in current training areas
Analyze feedback for common themes and improvement areas
14. OKRs to boost employee skills development by 20% with minimal budget
Boost employee skills development by 20% with minimal budget
Achieve 85% employee completion of online, self-guided courses
Implement regular email reminders for course completion
Establish incentives for employees who complete courses
Develop engaging, relevant content for online courses
Implement cost-effective, peer-led training programs for 75% of employees
Select a diverse group of employees to undergo leadership training
Assess current training programs and identify areas for peer-led instruction
Develop and launch peer-led training sessions for selected employees
Increase internal mentorship partnerships by 30% to promote skills transfer
Implement a promotional campaign for mentorship program
Establish incentives for participating in mentorship
Identify potential skilled mentors within the organization
15. OKRs to implement effective collaboration tools across the organization
Implement effective collaboration tools across the organization
Increase project team efficiency by 30% via new collaboration tools usage
Implement daily usage and monitor progress regularly
Train team on effective utilization of chosen tools
Identify suitable collaboration tools to improve efficiency
Identify and select top 3 suitable collaboration tools by analyzing employee needs survey
Conduct a survey to identify employee collaboration needs
Research and review various collaboration tools
Choose top 3 tools matching employee needs
Train 90% of employees on chosen collaboration tools, ensuring effective utilization
Monitor employee attendance and participation in training
Evaluate tool usage and provide post-training support
Schedule collaborative tool training sessions for employees
Employee Training OKR best practices to boost success
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
The #1 role of OKRs is to help you and your team focus on what really matters. Business-as-usual activities will still be happening, but you do not need to track your entire roadmap in the 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.
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Tip #2: Commit to weekly OKR check-ins
Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to get the full value of your OKRs and make your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.
Being able to see trends for your key results will also keep yourself honest.
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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.
How to turn your Employee Training OKRs in a strategy map
Quarterly OKRs should have weekly updates to get all the benefits from the framework. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:
- It brings the goals back to the top of the mind
- It will highlight poorly set OKRs
- It will surface execution risks
- It improves transparency and accountability
Most teams should start with a spreadsheet if they're using OKRs for the first time. Then, once you get comfortable you can graduate to a proper OKRs-tracking tool.
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If you're not yet set on a tool, you can check out the 5 best OKR tracking templates guide to find the best way to monitor progress during the quarter.
More Employee Training OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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OKRs resources
Here are a list of resources to help you adopt the Objectives and Key Results framework.
- To learn: What is the meaning of OKRs
- Blog posts: ODT Blog
- Success metrics: KPIs examples
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