How To Use OKRs To Stop Your Team Feeling Like Dilberts

Tim Jackson
Nov 1 · 8 min read
The value of communicating objectives clearly

A checklist of five things that can help you make sure your team are rowing in the same direction and in the same rhythm

In one of my favourite cartoons, Dilbert’s pet dog asks him: “How was work?”

“Are you being sarcastic?” Dilbert demands. “You know my life is an endless series of useless tasks orchestrated by idiots. Why do you even ask?”

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Startup founder, former Economist and FT journalist, CEO coach, and seed VC at www.walking.vc

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