Paul R. Niven

Paul R. Niven is an author, management consultant, and noted speaker on the subjects of Strategy, OKRs, and the Balanced Scorecard. Clients include: Anheuser-Busch, T. Rowe Price, Humana, Meta, Adidas, Mercedes-Benz, Dun & Bradstreet, County of San Diego, eBay, Hulu, United States Navy, and more.

Articles & Books From Paul R. Niven

Article / Updated 08-10-2023
In this article, I share the most common choices for where to create objectives and key results (OKRs) within an organization, including at the company level only, or for the company and business unit, or for the entire organization. However, just because these are common choices doesn’t mean they’re right for you.
OKRs For Dummies
Your one-stop guide to implement Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) effectively In business, OKRs—that’s short for Objectives and Key Results—are the gold standard for communicating and delivering on what you want to accomplish and how you’ll get there. OKRs For Dummies provides you with step-by-step guidance for following in the footsteps of some of the world’s leading organizations.
Article / Updated 08-16-2023
Before I get into the value of setting objectives and key results (OKRs), I should probably answer a question many readers might be asking: What are OKRs? Basically, OKRs is a method of setting goals for an organization.Humans are avid goal setters, constantly striving to improve our performance, regardless of the field or endeavor we choose.
Cheat Sheet / Updated 08-01-2023
If you’re looking to transform your aspirations into measurable success, there is no better way than implementing the system of creating objectives and key results (OKRs). Countless organizations have utilized OKRs to create focus, enhance alignment, and achieve remarkable outcomes.Whether you aim to boost productivity, enhance innovation, or align your team's efforts toward a common vision, OKRs provide a framework that can propel you forward.