OKR formulation

OKRs align teams around measurable goals^[1], but writing them often becomes a struggle between ambition and clarity. ChatGPT transforms this process by generating multiple formulations, suggesting relevant metrics, and ensuring objectives ladder up to company strategy. Use it to craft quarterly OKRs, annual objectives, team-specific goals, or departmental alignment frameworks.

Start with a structured prompt: "Generate Q2 OKRs for a product team focused on [specific area]. Include one objective and 3-4 key results with specific metrics and deadlines." Provide context about current challenges, company priorities, and available resources. Request variations to find the right balance between stretch goals and achievability.

Avoid generic inputs like "create OKRs for growth" without context. AI needs specifics about your product stage, user base, and constraints to generate meaningful objectives. Watch for key results that describe activities rather than outcomes since AI sometimes defaults to task lists instead of measurable results.