3 OKR examples for Quarterly Check Ins

How you write your OKRs can make a huge difference on the impact that your team will have at the end of the quarter. But, it's not always easy to write a quarterly plan that focuses on outcomes instead of projects.

We have curated a selection of OKR examples specifically for Quarterly Check Ins 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 more about the OKR meaning online.

Best practices for OKR

Your objectives should be ambitious, but achievable. Your key results should be measurable and time-bound. It can also be helfpul to list strategic initiatives under your key results, as it'll help you avoid the common mistake of listing projects in your KRs.

Building your own OKRs with AI

While we have some examples below, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. There are 2 options available to you.

- Use our free OKRs generator
- Use Tability, a complete platform to set and track OKRs and initiatives – including a GPT-4 powered goal generator

How to track OKRs

The rules of OKRs are simple. Quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly, and yearly OKRs should be tracked monthly.

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.

We recommend Tability for an easy way to set and track OKRs with your team.

Check out the 5 best OKR tracking templates to find the best way to monitor progress during the quarter.

Quarterly Check Ins OKRs templates

You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results for Quarterly Check Ins.

OKRs to improve quarterly communication by ensuring consistent check-ins with performance manager

  • ObjectiveImprove quarterly communication by ensuring consistent check-ins with performance manager
  • Key ResultAct on and document any action items or feedback from check-in meetings
  • TaskRecord all feedback and action items during check-in meetings
  • TaskUpdate documentation promptly following the actions taken
  • TaskImplement necessary changes based on the meeting feedback
  • Key ResultPrepare performance update report prior to each check-in meeting
  • TaskAnalyze data to identify trends
  • TaskGather recent data on team performance metrics
  • TaskCompile findings into a concise report
  • Key ResultSchedule quarterly meeting dates with performance manager in advance
  • TaskContact performance manager to discuss availability
  • TaskConfirm and schedule quarterly meetings in advance
  • TaskReview the calendar for potential meeting dates
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OKRs to improve communication by ensuring quarterly check-in with performance manager

  • ObjectiveImprove communication by ensuring quarterly check-in with performance manager
  • Key ResultImplement action plan based on feedback received from performance manager
  • TaskDevelop a comprehensive action plan addressing the concerns highlighted
  • TaskReview feedback received from performance manager thoroughly
  • TaskBegin implementation of formulated action plan immediately
  • Key ResultDiscuss performance goals and feedback during check-in meeting
  • TaskReview previous performance goals before the check-in meeting
  • TaskPrepare constructive and specific feedback points
  • TaskSchedule a check-in meeting to discuss performance goals
  • Key ResultSchedule and attend quarterly check-in meeting with performance manager
  • TaskDetermine a suitable date and time for the check-in meeting
  • TaskSend meeting invite to performance manager
  • TaskAttend the scheduled check-in meeting

OKRs to improve quarterly performance through consistent check-ins with manager

  • ObjectiveImprove quarterly performance through consistent check-ins with manager
  • Key ResultImplement suggestions from manager to enhance performance
  • TaskReview manager's suggestions carefully and clarify any doubts or queries
  • TaskOutline a concrete plan to apply suggested modifications structurally
  • TaskDaily monitor, measure and evaluate progress towards goals
  • Key ResultReview progress towards goals and receive feedback during meetings
  • TaskPrepare reports detailing goal progression
  • TaskSchedule regular meetings for progress reviews
  • TaskAsk for feedback during these meetings
  • Key ResultSchedule quarterly meeting with performance manager
  • TaskIdentify schedules that align between you and your performance manager
  • TaskDraft an email proposing the meeting time and agenda
  • TaskSend the email and confirm the meeting date

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OKRs resources

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