Articles by Angus Davis
How to Make OKRs Actually Work at Your StartupAngus implemented OKRs at Swipely to help align and motivate employees as the company grew rapidly. He realized that simply adopting the OKR system was not enough, execution was key. He focused on making OKRs a layer of communication that connects the company, elevating transparency, accountability and empowerment. Stretch goals were set to push employees beyond their limits and force tough conversations. OKRs were decoupled from performance reviews to avoid employees sandbagging their goals. The system helped different teams align their objectives to provide the resources and support needed for success. Employees now casually discuss their work in the context of OKRs, showing they feel connected to the company's goals.