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Foster collaboration and alignment across teams from "summary" of Measure What Matters by John Doerr
To drive the kind of transformation that OKRs can bring, leaders must foster collaboration and alignment across teams. This means breaking down silos and encouraging a culture of transparency and communication. When teams work in isolation, they can inadvertently work at cross-purposes, wasting time and resources. By aligning everyone around a common set of objectives, leaders can ensure that each team's efforts are contributing to the overall success of the organization. One way to foster collaboration is through the use of cross-functional OKRs. These are objectives that require multiple teams to work together in order to achieve them. By setting cross-functional OKRs, leaders can encourage teams to collaborate and break down barriers that may exist between them. In addition to setting cross-functional OKRs, leaders can also create a sense of alignment by ensuring that everyone understands how their individual objectives contribute to the larger goals of the organization. This requires clear communication and regular check-ins to make sure that everyone is on the same page. Another important aspect of fostering collaboration and alignment is creating a sense of accountability. When teams are held accountable for their progress towards their objectives, they are more likely to work together to achieve them. By creating a culture of accountability, leaders can ensure that teams are focused on the right priorities and are working together towards a common goal.- Fostering collaboration and alignment across teams is essential for driving organizational success. By breaking down silos, setting cross-functional OKRs, ensuring alignment, and creating a culture of accountability, leaders can ensure that everyone is working towards the same objectives. This kind of collaboration can lead to increased productivity, better results, and a more cohesive and successful organization.
