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OKRs in Context: Do OKRs co-exist with other methodologies?
One of the first jobs to be done when implementing (or rebooting) OKRs is to identify how they fit into an organization’s existing planning “stack” and get clear about what job they’re being hired to do.
This is an excerpt from an early draft of Sara’s upcoming book, You Are A Strategist.
You’ll be introduced to the first of three models that Sara uses every day in her work with organizations implementing OKRs: the Connected Strategic® Implementation Stack.
The Connected Strategic Implementation Stack
The Connected Strategic Implementation Stack is a framework that helps us understand where OKRs may fit into an organization's existing operating Stack; and, spot what gaps they may fill in connecting what we do, to what's strategically most important.
The Connected Strategic™ Stack
Every organization has a strategic implementation stack (and some have more gaps and holes than others).
Start here to assess your organization’s, then craft a plan to fill the most important gaps to help your organization connect implementation to strategy.
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.