2026-04-096 min read
The Problem With OKRs
OKRs are useful for measuring outcomes, but they often mistake declared intent for a system that can actually support the behavior they ask for.
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OKRs are useful for measuring outcomes, but they often mistake declared intent for a system that can actually support the behavior they ask for.
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