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Agile OKRs

Taught by: Erkan Kadir
Upskill teams to transform goals into game-changing results. The Agile OKRs course equips your teams to align day-to-day operations with top priorities.
Credential type: Microcredential
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26 Nov, 2024 |
 08:00 MST |
 4 hrs/day
$249
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Master Agile OKRs

Unlock the power of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) in Agile teams

Why Take This Course?

In just four hours, you'll gain the tools to align your team’s objectives with your company’s strategy using the OKR framework within Agile. Learn the proven techniques to:

  • Create measurable, actionable OKRs aligned with your team’s strategic vision
  • Integrate OKRs within your Scrum processes for seamless execution
  • Understand and avoid common OKR pitfalls and antipatterns

Interactive & Practical Learning

This course isn’t just theory—you’ll get hands-on experience through group activities and real-world case studies. Collaborate with your peers in breakout sessions to develop your own OKRs, present them, and refine your skills through peer feedback.

Course Highlights

  • Expert facilitation by Erkan Kadir, a dual-certified CST and CEC trainer
  • Engaging real-world scenarios to build and refine your OKRs
  • Understand the alignment of team and company goals
  • Learn how to use OKRs to drive meaningful results in Agile environments

What You’ll Achieve

  • Gain hands-on experience creating and measuring OKRs
  • Master the differences between OKRs and KPIs for focused outcomes
  • Learn how to align OKRs with your team’s Agile sprints and company strategy

Meet Your Trainer: Erkan Kadir

Erkan Kadir, a dual-certified CST and CEC, will guide you through the intricacies of leveraging OKRs within an Agile framework. With years of experience in helping teams and organizations thrive, Erkan’s expertise will ensure you leave with the tools and knowledge to implement OKRs effectively.

Lesson 1: Goal Setting Fundamentals

  • Activity 1.1 – Draw Your Success
  • Activity 1.2 – Trainer Introduction
  • Activity 1.3 – Impromptu Networking (Optional)
  • Activity 1.4 – Course Overview
  • Activity 1.5 – Brief History of OKRs
  • Activity 1.6 – Goal Setting
  • Activity 1.7 – Blind Men and The Elephant
  • Activity 1.8 – Story of TechForward
  • Activity 1.9 – Break

Lesson 2: Strategic Planning and Alignment

  • Activity 2.1 – Strategic Planning
  • Activity 2.2 – Cascading Goals
  • Activity 2.3 – Introduction to OKRs
  • Activity 2.4 – What is specific to OKRs?
  • Activity 2.5 – How do OKRs and KPIs differ?
  • Activity 2.6 – Success Criteria for OKRs
  • Activity 2.7 – Break

Lesson 3: Strategic Planning and Alignment

  • Activity 3.1 – Energizer
  • Activity 3.2 – OKR Writing
  • Activity 3.3 – OKR Presentation and Feedback
  • Activity 3.4 – Creating Alignment
  • Activity 3.5 – Aligning Goals
  • Activity 3.6 – Break

Lesson 4: OKRs in Scrum and Antipatterns

  • Activity 4.1 – OKRs and Scrum
  • Activity 4.2 – Coordination of Sprint Goals with KRs
  • Activity 4.3 – Strategic Planning Revisited
  • Activity 4.4 – What is an Antipattern?
  • Activity 4.5 – Antipattern Examples
  • Activity 4.6 – Course Wrap-Up

Who Should Attend

This course is perfect for anyone looking to leverage the power of Agile OKRs for better team alignment and strategic execution. Whether you're in a leadership role or managing a team, this course is designed for:

  • Product Owners (POs) – Looking to align product goals with company strategy
  • Scrum Masters (SMs) – Aiming to integrate OKRs within Scrum for enhanced team focus
  • Mid-Level Managers – Wanting to cascade company objectives to team-level goals
  • Agile Coaches – Helping teams and organizations thrive with structured goal setting
  • C-Level Executives – Seeking to ensure top-down strategic alignment across the company
  • Anyone interested in Agile – Looking to implement OKRs for better results

Commitment

Duration: This course is designed to fit into your busy schedule. It’s a 4-hour, high-impact virtual session conducted via Zoom, so you can participate from anywhere.

No Prework Required: We know your time is valuable. There’s no prework needed for this course—just come ready to learn! Jump right into the content without needing to prepare anything beforehand.

Virtual Learning Environment: Delivered entirely online through Zoom, you’ll experience interactive breakout sessions, real-time discussions, and hands-on activities from the comfort of your home or office.

What to Bring: All you need is your focus and engagement. We’ll provide all course materials digitally, including a downloadable participation guide, so you can easily follow along and apply what you learn.

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