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10 OKR examples for Team Building

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What are Team Building OKRs?

The OKR acronym stands for Objectives and Key Results. It's a goal-setting framework that was introduced at Intel by Andy Grove in the 70s, and it became popular after John Doerr introduced it to Google in the 90s. OKRs helps teams has a shared language to set ambitious goals and track progress towards them.

OKRs are quickly gaining popularity as a goal-setting framework. But, it's not always easy to know how to write your goals, especially if it's your first time using OKRs.

To aid you in setting your goals, we have compiled a collection of OKR examples customized for Team Building. Take a look at the templates below for inspiration and guidance.

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

The best tools for writing perfect Team Building OKRs

Here are 2 tools that can help you draft your OKRs in no time.

Tability AI: to generate OKRs based on a prompt

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Tability Feedback: to improve existing OKRs

You can use Tability's AI feedback to improve your OKRs if you already have existing goals.

AI feedback for OKRs in Tability

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.

Team Building OKRs examples

We've added many examples of Team Building Objectives and Key Results, but we did not stop there. Understanding the difference between OKRs and projects is important, so we also added examples of strategic initiatives that relate to the OKRs.

Hope you'll find this helpful!

OKRs to develop innovative, engaging team-building activities

  • ObjectiveDevelop innovative, engaging team-building activities
  • KRDesign an interactive online activity promoting team collaboration by week 4
  • TaskDefine goals and objectives of the online team collaboration activity
  • TaskCreate a draft design of the online activity
  • TaskResearch effective interactive tools and platforms
  • KRAchieve 90% participant satisfaction rate for both activities by end of quarter
  • TaskDesign engaging and interactive activities based on participants' interests
  • TaskRegularly collect feedback, evaluate and refine activity execution
  • TaskOffer personalized support and guidance during activities
  • KRImplement a creative out-of-office team bonding experience by week 8

OKRs to enhance overall structural and aesthetic quality of the building

  • ObjectiveEnhance overall structural and aesthetic quality of the building
  • KRAchieve a 90% satisfaction rate from building occupants through cosmetic improvements
  • TaskHire professionals for quality refurbishment works
  • TaskSurvey occupants to identify areas requiring aesthetic improvements
  • TaskPrioritize and budget for identified cosmetic upgrades
  • KRIncrease building's energy efficiency by 20% through upgrades and repairs
  • TaskReplace existing windows with insulated, double-glazed versions
  • TaskInstall energy-efficient HVAC systems for temperature control
  • TaskInsulate walls and roofs to reduce heat loss
  • KRReduce maintenance complaints by 30% by addressing identified structural issues
  • TaskImplement frequent structural inspections and necessary repairs
  • TaskDevelop an effective maintenance plan to tackle issues
  • TaskIdentify and compile common structural issues causing complaints

OKRs to initiate team building activities to foster stronger connections

  • ObjectiveInitiate team building activities to foster stronger connections
  • KRIncrease the team communication score by 30% compared to the previous quarter
  • TaskEncourage regular team meetings for updates
  • TaskIntroduce a daily communication tool/platform
  • TaskImplement weekly team-building exercises
  • KRAchieve an average team satisfaction rate of 80% from post-activity surveys
  • TaskDevelop a comprehensive post-activity satisfaction survey
  • TaskEstablish a feedback-action system to address issues
  • TaskImplement regular team building activities
  • KRPlan and conduct at least two team-building activities per month
  • TaskAllocate resources and schedule the activities
  • TaskIdentify suitable team-building activities
  • TaskEvaluate activity effectiveness afterwards

OKRs to establish a high-performance software development team

  • ObjectiveEstablish a high-performance software development team
  • KRImplement weekly team-building exercises to boost team collaboration and morale
  • TaskAssign a team member to facilitate each exercise
  • TaskSchedule weekly time slots for team-building activities
  • TaskResearch effective team-building exercises suitable for the team
  • KRRecruit and onboard five experienced software developers by the end of the quarter
  • TaskPost job listings on industry-related job search platforms
  • TaskFacilitate onboarding process for selected individuals
  • TaskShortlist and interview potential candidates
  • KRAchieve a 90% or higher satisfaction rate in quarterly team feedback surveys
  • TaskImprove on constructive feedback from previous surveys
  • TaskImplement regular team bonding and communication drills
  • TaskAddress individual team member concerns promptly

OKRs to cultivate a United, Collaborative Team Environment

  • ObjectiveCultivate a United, Collaborative Team Environment
  • KRImplement 2 team-building activities per month to foster cooperation
  • TaskResearch engaging team-building activities suitable for the team
  • TaskSchedule and plan 2 team-building activities
  • TaskGather feedback after each activity for improvements
  • KRReduce internal team disputes by 20% by implementing effective communication strategies
  • TaskDevelop clear protocols for team communication and decision-making
  • TaskImplement conflict resolution training for all team members
  • TaskConduct regular team-building activities to improve rapport
  • KRIncrease project collaboration efficiency by 30% through regular team workshops
  • TaskConduct efficiency assessments after each workshop
  • TaskProvide constructive feedback for team improvement
  • TaskImplement weekly team workshops focused on project collaboration

OKRs to establish a high-performing IT team

  • ObjectiveEstablish a high-performing IT team
  • KRAchieve 90% team satisfaction rate through team-building activities and growth opportunities
  • TaskCreate and offer regular professional development opportunities
  • TaskConduct monthly team satisfaction surveys and feedback sessions
  • TaskImplement weekly team-building exercises and workshops
  • KRRecruit and onboard 5 IT professionals with diverse expertise
  • TaskDevelop an effective onboarding process
  • TaskLaunch a targeted recruitment campaign
  • TaskIdentify 5 diverse IT roles needed in the company
  • KRDevelop and implement an IT team onboarding program for swift integration
  • TaskDesign comprehensive IT team training materials
  • TaskImplement onboarding process in the HR system
  • TaskIdentify essential skills needed for the IT team

OKRs to amplify professional relationships and foster mutual trust among teammates

  • ObjectiveAmplify professional relationships and foster mutual trust among teammates
  • KRInitiate one-on-one meetings with at least four different coworkers each week
  • TaskSchedule separate one-on-one meetings with each colleague
  • TaskIdentify four coworkers for individual meetings each week
  • TaskPrepare discussion points for each meeting
  • KROrganize three team building activities aimed at enhancing professional bonds and collaboration
  • TaskSchedule and communicate activity dates to the team
  • TaskResearch popular team-building exercises relevant to professional development
  • TaskPlan logistics for the chosen team-building activities
  • KRContribute positively to team projects and receive a 90% approval rating from peers
  • TaskActively engage in all team discussions and provide constructive feedback
  • TaskConsistently meet deadlines and maintain high-quality work
  • TaskRegularly ask for peer feedback and take steps to improve

OKRs to enhance team productivity with collaborative efforts

  • ObjectiveEnhance team productivity with collaborative efforts
  • KRDecrease project completion times by 15%
  • TaskImplement more efficient project management tools
  • TaskIncorporate additional resources or personnel
  • TaskStreamline communication processes within the team
  • KRIncrease team work-norm compliance by 30%
  • TaskDevelop clear, easily understood guidelines for work-norms
  • TaskMonitor and give feedback on work-norm compliance regularly
  • TaskImplement regular team-building activities to foster collaboration
  • KRImplement 2 team-building activities with 90% participation
  • TaskSchedule activity sessions and inform the team
  • TaskEnsure participation and collect feedback post-activities
  • TaskIdentify 2 team-building activities suitable for all staff

OKRs to enhance a culture of accountability and productive feedback

  • ObjectiveEnhance a culture of accountability and productive feedback
  • KRImplement a system for tracking accountability, with 100% team adoption
  • TaskTrain the team on using the chosen tool effectively
  • TaskRegularly monitor and enforce teamwide tool usage
  • TaskIdentify a suitable accountability tracking software or tool
  • KRTrain team members on effective feedback methods to achieve 90% completion rate
  • TaskMonitor team members' application and improvement
  • TaskDevelop a comprehensive feedback training program
  • TaskSchedule and conduct regular feedback training sessions
  • KRIncrease positive feedback within team by 20% as measured through surveys
  • TaskEncourage peer recognition through a reward system
  • TaskProvide training on effective and positive communication
  • TaskImplement regular team-building activities to strengthen relationships

OKRs to enhance team collaboration and knowledge sharing

  • ObjectiveEnhance team collaboration and knowledge sharing
  • KRScore 90% on quarterly team effectiveness and collaboration survey
  • TaskDevelop and implement team building activities
  • TaskEncourage open communication and feedback within the team
  • TaskRegularly review and improve collaboration strategies
  • KRDecrease answer-seeking time by 25% via a centralized knowledge management platform
  • TaskContinuously update and sort platform content
  • TaskTrain employees on efficient search strategies
  • TaskImplement a centralized knowledge management platform
  • KRImplement weekly team workshops leading to a 30% increase in cross-functional projects
  • TaskMonitor and evaluate participation and progress
  • TaskDesignate workshop topics related to cross-functional projects
  • TaskSchedule weekly team workshops

Team Building 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

Having too many OKRs is the #1 mistake that teams make when adopting the framework. The problem with tracking too many competing goals is that it will be hard for your team to know what really matters.

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

Setting good goals can be challenging, but without regular check-ins, your team will struggle to make progress. We recommend that you track your OKRs weekly to get the full benefits from the framework.

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.

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AI feedback for OKRs in Tability

Your quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly if you want to get all the benefits of the OKRs framework. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:

Most teams should start with a spreadsheet if they're using OKRs for the first time. Then, you can move to Tability to save time with automated OKR dashboards, data connectors, and actionable insights.

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More Team Building OKR templates

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