{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Meet an OKR Coach: Jason Johnston (Part One)","description":" Establishing clear objectives and key results (OKRs) isn't just about direction and accountability. It\u2019s about driving real change within organizations. Today\u2019s episode kicks off our two-part conversation with the delightful Jason Johnston, OKR Practice Lead for Genetec, a technology company in the security products and solutions space. Jason is also a veteran whose 20-year military career has given him a unique perspective on leadership and problem-solving. Join us as Jason shares his insights on fostering an environment where OKRs can thrive, the challenges of shifting from a task-oriented to an outcome-oriented mindset, and the critical role of leadership in guiding teams. We also explore how positive reinforcement and diverse perspectives on outcomes can drive success and why so many OKR practitioners exemplify servant leadership. Tune in to discover practical tips and inspiring stories from Jason\u2019s journey, and learn how to navigate the complexities of OKRs in your own work environment! Key Points From This Episode: A quick update: How to check out the new No-BS OKR Self-Assessment tool. Insight into Jason\u2019s role as the OKR Practice Lead at Genetec. Why he\u2019s a self-described servant leader and why that\u2019s often the case for OKR practitioners. How he first started working with OKRs and got his company to create a position for him. Driving change within a company by leading others rather than doing the work for them. Jason\u2019s unique career background and what initially attracted him to the practice of OKRs. Lessons on heroism and preparation from his military career (and how it relates to OKRs). The adaptive nature of Jason\u2019s work environment: how it has facilitated his career transitions. How the No-BS OKR class changed Jason\u2019s approach to OKRs and made it more intuitive. The biggest challenges Jason has seen when it comes to implementing OKRs. Using leadership to help people shift from a task-oriented to an outcome-oriented mindset. Why existing metrics aren\u2019t always adequate for measuring outcomes and leading indicators. Key aspects of OKRs that have made a difference in Jason\u2019s life and work. How continuous learning and service leadership among OKR practitioners foster positivity. Links Mentioned in Today\u2019s Episode: Genetec Jason Johnston on LinkedIn Red Currant No-BS OKR Self-Assessment Tool Measure What Matters Christina Wodke & Radical Focus Sara Lobkovich Sara Lobkovich Email Address Sara Lobkovich on Mastadon Red Currant Collective Sign up for RedCurrant\u2019s newsletter Red Currant Collective on Instagram Thinkydoers Quotes: \u201cI consider myself a servant-leader, that\u2019s how I function and how I act. I get my success from others succeeding. I don\u2019t get my success from me succeeding.\u201d \u2014 Jason Johnston [07:35] \u201cIf we want to create real change in anything we\u2019re doing, especially in the companies we\u2019re in, somebody has to drive it.\u201d \u2014 Jason Johnston [14:03] \u201cThe No-BS OKRs class really kind of changed the way I look at OKRs and [made] it more intuitive.\u201d \u2014 Jason Johnston [22:28] \u201cWe have to put as much emphasis on the things that we accomplish as well as the things we don\u2019t accomplish. And the process built around that is important.\u201d \u2014 Jason Johnston [37:02] ","author_name":"Thinkydoers\u00ae: OKRs, Strategy & Career Support When You're Wired Differently","author_url":"https:\/\/findrc.co\/thinkydoers","html":"