OKRs were created by Intel and later adopted by Google.

Here’s what you need to know:

In a nutshell, OKRs and KPIs work together.

OKRs set big goals and the path to follow. KPIs are the numbers that show how well you're moving towards those goals.

When you use them together, they give a full picture of your plans and how well you're doing.

In this cheat sheet, you’ll find a side-to-side comparison of both terms:

→ Definition

→ Purpose

→ Nature

→ Flexibility

→ Alignment

→ Examples

→ Measurement

→ Usage

→ Ownership

Embrace both, and watch your strategy evolve from good to game-changing.