OKR Speaking & Events That Drive Actual Change
Strategy Rebel, OKR Coach, and Career Fulfillment Activist Sara Lobkovich now booking keynotes, events, and offsite facilitation!
“Sara is an inspirational leader in OKRs. She was the first person I ever heard talk about OKRs in such a non-corporatized, relatable-to-anything way.”
-M. Decker, via LinkedIn Post
No-BS OKRs &
Neurodiversity-Affirming Leadership
for Real-World Results
Complete this no-obligation inquiry form to receive information about Sara’s availability and answers to your specific questions to speed the way to securing Sara for your event.
View examples from Sara’s speaker reel in this video.
Core Keynotes and
Signature Topics
With my diverse background, I can speak on a wide range of topics (including developing custom content) but most speaking engagements now revolve around three key topics:
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The dirty secret of OKR failures isn't badly written OKRs or poor implementation—it's under-recognizing the necessity of architecting intentional behavior change. As both an OKR Master Coach and certified health and wellness coach specializing in behavior change, I'll reveal why even perfectly crafted OKRs fall flat without addressing the brain-and-behavior-based components of sustainable change. This session integrates evidence-based behavior change models with strategic goal setting, providing a pragmatic framework for self-driven teams. You'll discover practical tools for identifying and overcoming change resistance, building intrinsic motivation, and creating the conditions where teams naturally drive toward outcomes without micromanagement. This isn't about tweaking your OKR process—it's about fundamentally rethinking how we support humans through strategic change.
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Your organization's greatest strategic assets may be hiding in plain sight—particularly among neurodivergent team members whose thinking styles (and workplace performance) don't fit conventional models. This session improves your ability to successfully leverage cognitively-mixed workplaces that include neurodivergent and neurotypical employees, and shares a simple, accessible model for No-BS OKRs that helps bridge the gap between the information and expectation clarity needs of your diverse team. You'll learn how to implement OKR processes that center the truth (not bias, power, or privilege) and create environments where all team members can express their natural strategic abilities. The result? Truly self-driven teams where everyone contributes their unique strategic change potential.
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What if everything you thought you knew about motivating people was wrong? In today’s fast-changing workplace, traditional incentives and pep talks often fall short—leaving leaders searching for new ways to inspire high performance.
Join us for an eye-opening session that goes beyond the usual advice. You’ll discover the surprising science behind what truly drives people at work, learn practical strategies to unlock your team’s potential, and walk away with actionable insights you can use immediately—even in tough environments.
Recent attendees called this session “amazing,” “exactly what we needed,” and “an outstanding way to start the day.” Whether you lead a team or want to reignite your own drive, this talk will challenge assumptions, spark reflection, and equip you with tools to motivate for lasting results.
Sara Lobkovich’s Speaker Bio
Sara Lobkovich is a strategy coach, OKR Master Coach, and Nationally Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach who bridges the gap between strategic vision and practical implementation. She specializes in helping organizations transform goals into results by addressing the human factors that traditional OKR approaches often overlook.
With experience training over 2,000 OKR coaches across 300+ organizations globally, Sara has developed a unique "No-BS OKRs" methodology that combines empirical clarity with evidence-based behavior change science. Her approach is particularly effective for neurodivergent professionals and teams with diverse thinking styles who struggle to align and achieve with conventional strategic frameworks.
Sara's book, "You Are a Strategist: Use No-BS OKRs to Get Big Things Done," provides a practical playbook for making strategic impact regardless of title, role, or thinking style. She focuses on creating psychologically safe, motivating approaches to goal setting centered on curiosity, experimentation, and learning – replacing shame, blame, and all-or-nothing mindsets with human-centered, growth-and-learning-focused approaches to strategic achievement.
What makes my event speaking unique:
Real-World, No-BS OKRs: I cut through the jargon and complexity to deliver OKR strategies that actually work in real organizations. My approach is practical, actionable, and rooted in the realities leaders and teams face every day.
Neurodiversity-Affirming Leadership: As a neurodivergent leader myself, I champion inclusive, human-centered performance systems. I help organizations harness the strengths of every mind in the room—because real results come from teams that feel safe, valued, and heard.
Measurable Change, Not Just Inspiration: My sessions go beyond motivation. I equip audiences with frameworks and tools to drive measurable, sustainable change—whether that’s in goal-setting, culture, or leadership practice.
Sara’s signature approach:
From empathy to impact
Empathy-Driven Design:
Every talk and workshop is crafted to meet your audience where they are, addressing real pain points and reducing overwhelm. I translate complex ideas into clear, relatable stories and actionable steps.
Interactive & Engaging Delivery:
I believe learning sticks when it’s experiential. My sessions blend storytelling, live exercises, and Q&A to ensure every participant leaves with something they can use immediately.Data-Backed, Market-Tested Methods:
My frameworks are informed by the latest research, real-world case studies, and ongoing feedback from leaders across industries. I continuously refine my content to stay ahead of trends and deliver what audiences need most.Ethical, Transparent, and Community-Building:
I foster environments where honesty, transparency, and ethical persuasion are the norm. My goal is to spark conversations that last long after the event ends.
The Result?
Audiences and event attendees walk away not just inspired, but equipped—with practical tools, renewed confidence, and a clear path to higher performance that’s both ambitious and humane.
Are you ready to yield measurable high impact from your next event?
Hear from past event organizers and participants:
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"Pre-event communication was excellent. It felt like Sara and her team were taking the time to get to know our group and organization, and craft the experience to meet our neets (rather than just do an out-of-the-box presentation)."
Event Host, Technology Enterprise
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"I loved the authenticity of Sara's presentation and way of educating. OKRs can be quite daunting since a lot of our work is difficult to measure, and by focusing on the personal benefits of OKRs I think some of the team's concerns were addressed. The Q&A throughout was also great, and created a sense of trust with the group from the start."
Event Host, Developer Relations Team
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"Sara is an excellent facilitator who kept a diverse group on point and aligned to common strategic objectives. She also very clearly became an expert in our business objectives which distinguished her from all other consultants I've personally worked with."
Event Participant, EdTech Vice President
Now Scheduling 2025/2026
Book Launch Events!
The print version of the No-BS OKRs Workbook, and my debut full-length book: You Are A Strategist, are both due before year-end. Want to be a part of the launch event calendar?
Book Sara for Your Upcoming Event
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Bookings are not guaranteed, and are subject to availability. You'll hear from me within 48 business hours (or sooner, if your inquiry is urgent).
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FAQ:
How do we ensure a successful OKR speaking event?
A successful OKR (Objectives and Key Results) speaking event hinges on several key factors that ensure the audience leaves not only inspired but also equipped to implement meaningful changes.
Clear and Engaging Content
The foundation of any impactful speaking event is clear, engaging content. With years of experience in a wide range of industries, we break down complex OKR concepts into digestible, actionable insights. Using real-world examples and case studies we illustrate how OKRs drive strategic success in relevant contexts.
Practical Takeaways
Attendees leave with practical takeaways they can immediately apply within their organizations. This includes specific strategies for setting effective OKRs, common pitfalls to avoid, and tools or frameworks that can aid in the implementation process. Handouts and digital resources reinforce these takeaways.
Interactive Elements
Incorporating interactive elements such as Q&A sessions, workshop practice time, and/or group discussions significantly enhance the learning experience. These elements allow attendees to engage with the material, ask questions, and discuss how the concepts apply to their unique situations.
Inspirational and Action-Oriented Messaging
We aim to blend inspiration and action. Sara emphasizes the tangible benefits of OKRs and new approaches to strategic planning, including the benefits for line staff, not just leaderships’ reasons for making changes. We call our approach “No-BS” for a reason: it’s pragmatic, treats adults like adults, and helps participants align their individual motivation with their organization’s needs for a win/win.
Follow-Up Support Is Available
Ongoing Office Hours, Live Q&A, and/or Core Team support is available; as is access to our other trainings and communities for participants who wish to dive deeper into learning the No-BS OKRs practice.
Authenticity and Expertise
Sara’s experience touches 2,000+ OKR practitioners in 300+ organizations globally. She’s the author of two upcoming books in the Objectives and Key Results, and, accessible strategy spaces. She brings a wealth of knowledge and practical insights that empower teams to create and achieve their goals with clarity and confidence.
With a No-BS, highly skilled, charismatic speaker like Sara Lobkovich, an OKR speaking event can drive real change, leaving attendees excited and ready to implement strategies that enhance their organization’s strategic achievement.
Prepared and Custom Content Available
We go from proposal to delivery in a matter of days on topics including:
No-BS Objectives and Key Results
Instantly actionable for any level of OKR experience
Prepared topics:
Strategic Planning with Objectives and Key Results
Break the “Busy” Habit with No-BS OKRs
Banish Burnout with No-BS OKRs
Career Fulfillment & Engagement
Inspire and energize your org or team by focusing on aligned motivation
Prepared topics:
Finding Career Fulfillment When You’re “Wired Differently” (Neurodivergent / ADHD / Autistic / AuDHD)
Motivation and Goal Setting Creative Environments
Motivation and Goal Setting Technical Environments
Motivation and Goal Setting Strategic Environments
Motivation and Goal Setting for Product Teams
Core Leadership Skills Development
Build essential leadership skills with step-by-step scaffolding
Prepared topics:
The Motivation Myth: What Really Drives High Performance at Work?
Leading for High Performance By Not Knowing It All
Increase (Healthy) Conflict In Your Workplace
Leading for Objectively Measurable Results
High Performing Non-Profit Orgs
Translate your purpose and passion into measurable results
Prepared topics:
No-BS Objectives and Key Results for Non-Profits
Balancing Purpose and Performance
Reduce Burnout Risk For Caretaker Teams
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This quick overview shares Sara’s common speaking topics, key questions, information about her background to help you consider whether Sara may be the right speaker or event facilitator for your event.
