The Thinkydoers OKRs Podcast: Strategy & Leadership for Change-Makers
Listen to this strategy & OKRs podcast for practical insights on implementing Objectives & Key Results, featuring conversations with OKR experts, leaders, and practitioners (and more).
… and, Thinkydoers isn’t just an OKRs podcast anymore!
Of course, OKRs are a piece of the puzzle.
But on Thinkydoers, you’ll find tools, resources, and support for status quo challengers, as well as inspirational stories and practice tips from fascinating people whose work spans thinking (strategy) and doing (execution).
Change can be very lonely work, and it doesn’t have to be. Join other changemakers, status-quo challengers, unconventional leaders, and career rebels here to find useful, energizing ways to reduce your cognitive overhead and increase your impact.
Featured OKRs Podcast Episodes
Watch the Latest Thinkydoers Video Podcast Episode
Strategy, Leadership and OKRs Podcast for Career Rebels
Thinkydoers, originally titled From Think to Do, started out as an OKR podcast, including host Sara Lobkovich starting to write her book (due out in Q3 2023) in public through podcast episodes.
In 2024, we changed formats to include solo episodes focused not only on Sara’s work in OKRs, but also on topics including career fulfillment, workplace well-being, and cognitive and brain health for strategic thinkers, introverts, neurodivergent people (especially with ADHD and Autism) and other people who are “wired differently.”
Can EOS and OKRs Work Together? Bridging Vision and Execution With Expert Jessica Lee
Ever wonder how to bridge the gap between big-picture vision and day-to-day execution? In this episode, Jessica Lee, owner of Optimized Execs, reveals how combining EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) with OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) can transform business operations. As both an EOS implementer and OKR coach, Jessica shares practical insights for leaders feeling overwhelmed by growth. Discover how these complementary frameworks can help define roles, measure outcomes, and create the structure needed to scale—while keeping your visionary spirit intact. Perfect for small and medium-sized business leaders ready to move from chaos to clarity.
SMART Goals vs. KPIs vs. OKRs: What's the Difference?
Are your goals setting you up for success—or for overwhelm?
Most people set goals by creating to-do lists and activity plans. But tasks alone won’t get you there. Real progress comes when you focus on measurable outcomes—not just actions.
That’s where OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) shine. They help you navigate uncertain territory, experiment, and focus on what matters most. Instead of getting stuck on all-or-nothing thinking, OKRs encourage curiosity and continuous learning, so you can adapt, improve, and achieve results that count.
Ready to level up your goal-setting game? Let’s turn your ambition into outcomes, one measurable result at a time.
Why You Shouldn't Start with an OKR Tool (Yet)
Ready to implement OKRs? Before you start shopping for an OKR tool or OKR tracking platform, listen to this essential episode. Strategy coach Sara Lobkovich explains why beginning with software often leads to failed implementations, and shares her proven methodology-first approach. Learn how to track OKRs effectively without specialized tools, recognize when your organization is actually ready for software adoption, and set yourself up for long-term OKR success. Perfect for leaders and teams starting or rebooting their OKR journey.
Sneak Peek of My Upcoming Book: You Are A Strategist (not just an OKRs book)
Join Sara Lobkovich for an intimate sneak peek at her upcoming book "You Are A Strategist." In this special episode, Sara reads the introduction live, challenging conventional wisdom about what makes someone "strategic" and revealing how anyone can unlock their inner strategist. Perfect for those who've ever felt misunderstood in traditional business cultures or been told they "overcomplicate things” or “need to be more strategic,” (and the people who lead them).
Executing Under Pressure: High Stakes, High Performance, With Pro Racer and Firefighter, Jayson Uribe
What connects professional motorcycle racing, firefighting, and other very high stakes work for a multi-passionate thinkydoer? The ability to execute perfectly under pressure. Join pro racer and firefighter Jayson Uribe as he shares insights into achieving flow states, balancing technical precision with emotional awareness, and performing at your peak when stakes are highest. Learn practical strategies for managing high-pressure situations that apply far beyond the racetrack.
Speed, Strategy, and Staying Unblocked: Leadership Lessons from Pro Motorsports & Beyond
What happens when motorsports wisdom meets organizational leadership? In this fascinating conversation with Jurriaan Kamer, we explore how professional racing teams' approaches to clear goals, mistake recovery, and continuous learning can revolutionize business performance. Discover practical frameworks for decision-making, prioritization, and building psychological safety that work as well in the boardroom as they do in the motorsports paddock.
Getting Unstuck: Don’t Go It Alone With Dr. Sherlonda Adkins
When you're feeling stuck, taking the first step toward getting help can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Dr. Sherlonda Adkins shares practical guidance for finding the right therapeutic support, including how to interview potential therapists, what to do if the fit isn't right, and why it's never too late to start. Learn why the journey to getting unstuck shouldn't be a solo endeavor, and how to build the support system you need.
Feeling Stuck: Signs and Symptoms Not to Ignore With Dr. Sherlonda Adkins
Ever felt "off" but couldn't quite name it? What if that feeling of being "stuck" is actually trying to tell you something important? In this illuminating conversation with Dr. Sherlonda Adkins, a physician assistant and unstuck strategist, we explore how feeling stuck can masquerade as depression, anxiety, or burnout - and why recognizing the difference matters. Whether you're questioning your career path or feeling stagnant in life, this episode offers vital insights into identifying and understanding stuckness before it impacts your wellbeing.
Self-Leadership for Individual Contributors, with Sally Ivester on Thinkydoers
Have you ever wondered how to take charge of your career without a formal leadership title? In our latest Thinkydoers episode, we dive deep into self-leadership strategies with Sally Ivester. Discover how to manage up, communicate your boundaries, and work loudly to ensure your contributions are recognized. Learn to create a personal operating model that sets you up for success and helps you navigate the corporate game with confidence. Whether you’re an early-career professional or looking to refine your approach, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you excel.
Would you like to be a guest on Thinkydoers?
Currently seeking podcast guests in the following categories for scheduled upcoming episodes:
Psychology and/or therapist experts in:
Hyperfocus
Flow
Extrinsic and intrinsic motivation
Cognitive processing
and other elements of (non-toxically) positive psychology.
You do not have to guest a whole episode — for some episodes, I just need brief interviews to fill gaps in the larger story.
Thinkydoers: A Podcast at the Intersection of Strategy, Career, Leadership, and OKRs
Thinkydoers creator and host,
Sara Lobkovich
Thinkydoers®, hosted by Strategy Rebel and OKR Coach Sara Lobkovich, is a community for unconventional leaders, status-quo challengers, and workplace “square pegs.” Thinkydoers are individuals who navigate the journey from insight to idea, through the messy middle, seeking courage and confidence to bring their visions to life.
Thinkydoers are a diverse group. We're disproportionately introverted and/or neurodivergent (but not exclusively) and regardless of personality or cognitive wiring, Thinkydoers are strategic thinkers often underserved and misunderstood in traditional business cultures.
Whether you’re a leader, an aspiring leader, or a behind-the-scenes “clutch player,” Thinkydoers aims to help you find more satisfaction, less frustration, and greater flow in your work.
Learn to unblock your inner strategist with No-BS OKRs. Then, explore topics way beyond goal-setting, including strategy, behavior change, cognitive health and wellbeing, and motivation. Our guest episodes feature a wide range of perspectives to support you in building the work/life you want most.
Increase your impact, reduce overwhelm, avoid burnout, and make the unique impacts only you can bring to the world. Here, you’ll discover how to build and maintain a fulfilling career and lead transformative efforts with significant outcomes, all while putting human outcomes first.
