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9 OKR examples for Scrum Master

What are Scrum Master 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.

Creating impactful OKRs can be a daunting task, especially for newcomers. Shifting your focus from projects to outcomes is key to successful planning.

We have curated a selection of OKR examples specifically for Scrum Master to assist you. Feel free to explore the templates below for inspiration in setting your own goals.

If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.

Building your own Scrum Master OKRs with AI

How to create great OKRs for any scenario in seconds

While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here.

You can use Tability's AI generator to create tailored OKRs based on your specific context. Tability can turn your objective description into a fully editable OKR template -- including tips to help you refine your goals.

  • 1. Go to Tability's plan editor
  • 2. Click on the "Generate goals using AI" button
  • 3. Use natural language to describe your goals

Tability will then use your prompt to generate a fully editable OKR template.

How to improve existing OKRs with AI feedback

If you already have existing goals, and you want to improve them. You can use Tability's AI feedback to help you.

  • 1. Go to Tability's plan editor
  • 2. Add your existing OKRs (you can import them from a spreadsheet)
  • 3. Click on "Generate analysis"
AI feedback for OKRs in TabilityTability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRs

Tability will scan your OKRs and offer different suggestions to improve them. This can range from a small rewrite of a statement to make it clearer to a complete rewrite of the entire OKR.

You can then decide to accept the suggestions or dismiss them if you don't agree.

Using the free OKR generator to get a quick template

If you're just looking for some quick inspiration, you can also use our free OKR generator to get a template.

Unlike with Tability, you won't be able to iterate on the templates, but this is still a great way to get started.

Our Scrum Master OKRs examples

You will find in the next section many different Scrum Master Objectives and Key Results. We've included strategic initiatives in our templates to give you a better idea of the different between the key results (how we measure progress), and the initiatives (what we do to achieve the results).

Hope you'll find this helpful!

1OKRs to enhance skills and competencies as a Scrum Master and Agile coach

  • ObjectiveEnhance skills and competencies as a Scrum Master and Agile coach
  • KRCoach and uplift two junior team members to Scrum Master level
  • TaskProvide constructive feedback regularly on their Scrum project performance
  • TaskOffer regular, hands-on Scrum training sessions for junior team members
  • TaskAssign realistic Scrum leadership roles to build confidence
  • KRLead a scrum team to deliver two successful sprint projects
  • TaskOutline expectations and define success for both sprint projects
  • TaskProvide feedback and celebrate team successes regularly
  • TaskMonitor progress and troubleshoot roadblocks daily
  • KRComplete an advanced certification course in Agile methodologies
  • TaskEnroll in chosen course and purchase necessary materials
  • TaskStudy and complete certification exam
  • TaskIdentify appropriate advanced Agile certification course
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2OKRs to enhance effectiveness and efficiency as Scrum Master in facilitating meetings

  • ObjectiveEnhance effectiveness and efficiency as Scrum Master in facilitating meetings
  • KRComplete an advanced Scrum Master training and certification course within the quarter
  • TaskResearch and select a suitable advanced Scrum Master course
  • TaskSchedule, study for, and pass the certification exam
  • TaskEnroll and complete the selected Scrum Master course
  • KRDecrease average meeting duration by 20% while maintaining participant satisfaction
  • TaskCollect and incorporate feedback from participants regularly
  • TaskLimit off-topic conversations during meetings
  • TaskEstablish and adhere to a clear, concise meeting agenda
  • KRIncrease percentage of actionable outcomes per session by 25% in terms of strategic initiatives and improvements
  • TaskImplement improvements, track, and measure the impact
  • TaskDevelop strategies to boost session productivity
  • TaskIdentify current bottlenecks affecting actionable outcomes

3OKRs to enhance my SCRUM proficiency

  • ObjectiveEnhance my SCRUM proficiency
  • KRImplement effective SCRUM methodologies in three team projects to improve productivity
  • TaskTrain the teams on SCRUM methodologies and principles
  • TaskMonitor and adjust SCRUM implementation regularly
  • TaskIncorporate SCRUM into the project management framework
  • KRDeliver two presentations on newly acquired SCRUM knowledge to the team
  • TaskSchedule two team meetings for presentations
  • TaskPrepare outline summarizing key points of SCRUM knowledge
  • TaskCreate engaging and informative presentations
  • KRComplete two advanced SCRUM certification courses by the end of the quarter
  • TaskResearch and select two advanced SCRUM certification courses
  • TaskComplete and pass all coursework
  • TaskEnroll in selected courses

4OKRs to enhance skills and knowledge as Scrum Master and Agile Coach

  • ObjectiveEnhance skills and knowledge as Scrum Master and Agile Coach
  • KRComplete two additional certification courses relevant to Scrum Mastering and Agile Coaching
  • TaskEnroll in two selected certification courses
  • TaskComplete both certification courses successfully
  • TaskIdentify potential Scrum Master or Agile Coaching certification courses
  • KRConduct five effective coaching sessions, receiving positive feedback from at least 80% participants
  • TaskEncourage participants to provide feedback post-session
  • TaskEstablish personalized objectives for each coaching session
  • TaskMonitor, track participant's progress, and adjust methods
  • KRDevelop and implement one new successful strategy for team productivity enhancement
  • TaskConduct a team meeting to brainstorm new productivity strategies
  • TaskImplement and monitor the new strategy
  • TaskDevelop a detailed plan for the chosen strategy

5OKRs to drive Agile and Scrum adoption across teams

  • ObjectiveDrive Agile and Scrum adoption across teams
  • KRImplement Agile and Scrum in 5 teams with an 80% adherence rate
  • TaskAssign a Scrum Master for each team
  • TaskProvide Agile and Scrum training to all team members
  • TaskMonitor progress and enforce 80% adherence rate
  • KRAchieve 95% satisfaction rate for Agile and Scrum training sessions
  • TaskUpdate and improve training curriculum based on feedback
  • TaskImplement post-training evaluations to gather participant feedback
  • TaskProvide extra support for participants struggling with the material
  • KRTrain 10 teams on Agile methodologies and Scrum framework
  • TaskSchedule follow-ups to assess understanding
  • TaskIdentify the experienced trainers in Agile and Scrum methods
  • TaskAllocate distinct training sessions for each team

6OKRs to boost scrum teams' self-management and goal achievement capabilities

  • ObjectiveBoost scrum teams' self-management and goal achievement capabilities
  • KRImplement self-management training for all scrum team members
  • TaskSchedule training sessions for all scrum team members
  • TaskMonitor and evaluate team members' progress post-training
  • TaskIdentify suitable self-management training programs or resources
  • KREnsure 100% of product goals are met by each team
  • TaskImplement corrective strategies if targets are missed
  • TaskConduct weekly progress review meetings
  • TaskDefine clear, measurable objectives for every team
  • KRIncrease sprint completion rate by 25%
  • TaskPrioritize tasks and distribute them evenly among team members
  • TaskIncrease frequency of progress monitoring and feedback
  • TaskImplement additional sprint planning sessions

7OKRs to drive Agile Culture and Continuous Improvement

  • ObjectiveDrive Agile Culture and Continuous Improvement
  • KRIncrease employee engagement by 15% through the use of feedback loops and open communication channels
  • KRIncrease team agility by implementing Scrum methodology and conducting regular retrospectives
  • TaskTrain team members on Scrum principles and methodology through workshops and coaching sessions
  • TaskAdapt sprint planning sessions to prioritize tasks and assign them according to team members' strengths
  • TaskImplement Scrum artifacts like backlog, user stories, and Sprint boards to enhance team agility
  • TaskConduct weekly retrospectives to reflect on previous sprints and identify areas of improvement
  • KRImplement an employee recognition program to encourage and reward continuous improvement efforts
  • KRAchieve a 20% decrease in time-to-market for new product releases through streamlined processes

8OKRs to enhance product team's proficiency in Agile and Scrum methodologies

  • ObjectiveEnhance product team's proficiency in Agile and Scrum methodologies
  • KRImplement at least 2 complex features using Agile and Scrum approaches
  • TaskIdentify and outline features for Agile implementation
  • TaskDevelop feature roadmap using Scrum methodology
  • TaskExecute, review and refine implemented features
  • KRIncrease Agile and Scrum certification holders in the team by 30%
  • TaskAllocate resources for professional development and training
  • TaskImplement incentives for certification completion
  • TaskIdentify team members interested in obtaining Agile/Scrum certification
  • KRReduce project turnaround time by 15% with Agile and Scrum methodologies
  • TaskImplement Scrum methods to improve task delegation and team collaboration
  • TaskTrain team members in Agile-Scrum methodologies for effectiveness
  • TaskUtilize Agile values for continuous adjustment and quick responses
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9OKRs to increase the sprint story points burnt down

  • ObjectiveIncrease the sprint story points burnt down
  • KRAchieve a 15% rise in story points burnt down by end of next sprint
  • TaskImprove team efficiency with better task prioritization
  • TaskImplement additional agile practices for effective management
  • TaskExtend working hours to meet required progression
  • KRDecrease blocker incidents by 30% to increase sprint velocity
  • TaskImplement rigorous pre-testing for bug identification and avoidance
  • TaskIncrease training for necessary skill advancements
  • TaskEnhance communication to promote issue transparency
  • KRImprove team's Agile skill set by training all members in advanced Scrum techniques
  • TaskSecure funding for Scrum technique training
  • TaskIdentify advanced Scrum training providers
  • TaskSchedule the team's training sessions

Scrum Master OKR best practices

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.

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.

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 track your Scrum Master OKRs

OKRs without regular progress updates are just KPIs. You'll need to update progress on your OKRs every week to get the full 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

Spreadsheets are enough to get started. Then, once you need to scale you can use a proper OKR platform to make things easier.

A strategy map in TabilityTability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRs

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 Scrum Master OKR templates

We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.