Leadership OKR Retrospective Template

Executive-Level OKR Retrospective

An executive retrospective is strategic, aiming to align high-level objectives with the broader vision of the organization. This session typically includes senior leaders who evaluate OKRs from an organizational perspective. They will be looking at cross-functional dependencies, business impact, and alignment with strategic goals.

• Focus Areas: Communication, visibility, cross-functional alignment, and leadership roles in OKR support.

• Discussion Topics: Celebrating high-impact achievements, tackling strategic challenges, and examining how OKRs have contributed to overall business direction.

• Common Techniques: "Wow Moments" (what went well) and "That’s Unfortunate" (pain points), followed by action mapping for the next cycle. Can also work well with Start/Stop/Continue technique.

HOW will this template help you?

1. Structure: Provides a clear framework to help you facilitate the workshop, ensuring all crucial steps are covered.

2. Time Efficiency: A well-designed template streamlines the process, making the workshop more productive.

3. Consistency: Ensures a standardized approach across different teams or departments.

4. Guidance: Provides the leadership with a structured approach to determine what is working well, what should be improved and what are the actions to improve.

5. Documentation: Facilitates easy recording and sharing of the outcomes.

6. Scalability: Allows organizations to replicate the process easily as they expand their OKR program.