--- title: "OKR advanced seminar for managers" id: "10621" type: "page" slug: "okr-seminar-for-managers" published_at: "2023-10-13T04:56:12+00:00" modified_at: "2026-10-11T13:02:50+00:00" url: "https://okrexperts.com/okr-training-seminars-further-education-and-training/okr-seminar-offers/okr-seminar-for-managers/" markdown_url: "https://okrexperts.com/okr-training-seminars-further-education-and-training/okr-seminar-offers/okr-seminar-for-managers.md" excerpt: "[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” z_index=”” background_color=”#ffffff”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”48px”][vc_column_text el_class=”yoast_bremadcrumb”][/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”16px”][vc_column_text]OPEN TRAINING – IN PRESENCE[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”16px”][vc_column_text] OKR advanced seminar for managers – Take leadership to the next level with OKR and expand effective leadership skills [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”16px”][vc_column_text]Learn and..." --- [#](#) [OKR](https://okrexperts.com/okr-objectives-and-key-results-top-award-winning-okr-consulting/) > [OKR Training, seminars, further education and training](https://okrexperts.com/okr-training-seminars-further-education-and-training/) > [OKR Seminar offers](https://okrexperts.com/okr-training-seminars-further-education-and-training/okr-seminar-offers/) > **OKR advanced seminar for managers** **OPEN TRAINING – IN PRESENCE** # OKR advanced seminar for managers – Take leadership to the next level with OKR and expand effective leadership skills Learn and experience in the 2-day seminar how OKR supports you on your way **from management to leadership** and offers you **clear action strategies for effective leadership**. In numerous practical exercises you will directly implement what you have learned and experience the philosophy behind OKR and the new leadership associated with it. Including review after approx. three months. Other training formats: [OKR Seminar for Users](https://okrexperts.com/okr-training-seminars-further-education-and-training/okr-seminar-offers/1-day-okr-seminar/) (1 day), [OKR Coach/Master Seminar](https://okrexperts.com/okr-training-seminars-further-education-and-training/okr-seminar-offers/1-day-okr-seminar-2/) with Certification (2 days), [OKR Masterclass](https://okrexperts.com/okr-training-seminars-further-education-and-training/okr-certification-training-to-become-an-okr-coach-master/okr-masterclass/) (1 day), and [OKR Seminar for SAFe Professionals](https://okrexperts.com/okr-training-seminars-further-education-and-training/okr-seminar-offers/safe-okr-seminar/) (2 days). ### Upcoming OKR seminar dates featuring our top experts and trainers **14-15.11.2024 – Berlin** max. 12 participants Many practical exercises and group work **Also as an in-house seminar** on [request](https://okrexperts.com/okr-seminar-request-for-in-house-training/) We also conduct the seminar **in-house** – in presence, remotely via live video or hybrid – **German and English**: [Enquire now](https://okrexperts.com/okr-seminar-request-for-in-house-training/) ## We have already successfully trained the following companies in OKR ### and various SMEs in German-speaking countries [All dates / Booking](#termine) ## What participants say about our OKR training courses ### Andrea Belliger #### Prof. Dr. Andrea Belliger, Professorin, Direktorin IKF, Verwaltungsrätin, IKF - Institut für Kommunikation & Führung, Luzern, Schweiz “Niemand erklärt OKR so verständlich wie die OKR Experten. ### Alexandre Varone #### Alexandre Varone, Agile Coach, Swisscom “Ich habe selten so viel von einer Ausbildung wie dieser profitiert. Die Beispiele sind klar und präzise, aber vor allem aus der Praxis. ### Thore Backen #### Thore Backen, Chief of Staff (CoS), SoSafe “Wir sind mit den OKR Experten sehr happy, die uns als Scale-up in unserer herausfordernden Wachstumsphase enorm geholfen haben, OKR und weitere Tools für unsere Skalierung auf einen Next Level zu bringen! Super Fit auf persönlicher Ebene, super Workshop-Methoden und viel Praxiserfahrung mit pragmatischer statt dogmatischer Umsetzung. ### Carsten Meinders #### Carsten Meinders, Geschäftsführer, Hermes Einrichtungs Service “Das OKR-Seminar der OKR-Experten war für mich als Führungskraft und die anderen Teilnehmer enorm aufschlussreich. Dank des didaktisch durchdachten Aufbaus konnten wir das Gelernte in Gruppenübungen direkt anwenden und vertiefen. Beeindruckend war, wie OKR nicht nur als isolierte Methode, sondern im ganzheitlichen Kontext präsentiert wurde, um die Zusammenhänge zu begreifen. ### Pedram Asadi #### Pedram Asadi, Produktmanagement ADOIT-Team, BOG Group, Wien “In unseren OKR Inhouse-Trainings haben die OKR-Experten die OKR-Methode nicht nur fachkundig und kompetent vermittelt, sondern auch anhand vieler prägnanter Industrie-Beispiele lebendig präsentiert. Ihre dynamischen Ansätze, unter anderem mit zahlreichen Gruppenübungen, machten das Thema mit viel Spaß und Begeisterung greifbar, erlebbar und spürbar. ### Sophia Mai #### Sophia Mai, Digital Business Consultant, Bosch.IO GmbH “OKR ist ein wertvolles Instrument um intrinsische Zielerreichung als Team über Hierarchiestufen hinweg zu fördern. Das OKR Seminar hat für mich den Grundstein geschaffen die Methode bei meinem Arbeitgeber besser und wirkungsvoller etablieren zu können. ### Markus Zumdick #### Markus Zumdick, Director HSEQ / RSCM / Product Stewardship Tungsten Powders, H.C. Starck Tungsten GmbH “Neben der Theorie, die sehr gut vermittelt wurde, gab es viele Übungen, bei denen man selbst bestimmen konnte, zu welchen Ausgangssituationen man diese durchführte. So waren sie sehr praxisbezogen und damit nachhaltig. ### Jan Drescher #### Jan Drescher, Head of Marketing, E-FARM “Für mich war es besonders wichtig, dass ich viele anwendungsbezogene Übungen für den gesamten OKR Zyklus, aber auch praktische Erfahrungen über die strategische Implementierung im Unternehmen aus dem Seminar mitnehmen konnte. Der Trainer hat meine Erwartungen voll erfüllt, vor allem in der Anpassung auf den Kenntnisstand der Gruppe. Bei den Trainings der OKR-Experten können Teilnehmende OKR schnell und einfach lernen. ### Réka Hassa #### Réka Hassa, Training Corporate Business, VIG Vienna Insurance Group “Viel praktisches Wissen, viele Übungsmöglichkeiten, guter Überblick über OKR. ### Florian Körber #### Florian Körber, Gründer und CEO, tutum GmbH, Nürnberg “Bei den Trainings der OKR-Experten können Teilnehmende OKR schnell und einfach lernen. ### Gioia Massari #### Gioia Massari, Fachassistentin der Geschäftsführung, Swiss Life Deutschland Operations “Es hat sehr viel Spaß bereitet, die Übungen waren alle toll und sehr praxisnahe. Es hat alles reibungslos funktioniert und man konnte viele Inhalte mitnehmen! [All dates / Booking](#termine) ## Pure practical relevance from the OKR experts – with lots of practical exercises and group work The seminar places particular emphasis on **experiencing the benefits** of practical OKR application and its influence on the **impact of one’s own leadership behavior** – because this can only be **learned through application**. You will learn intensively how to **accompany**the **OKR process as a manager –**from its introduction to its routine application. You will learn and deepen the skills and decision-making criteria that you need in your management role in order to fully exploit the potential of OKR. The seminar is a combination of**in-depth OKR training** and targeted management training. You will put what you have learned directly into practice in numerous practical exercises and experience the philosophy behind OKR and the **new leadership** associated with it. Using **case studies and decision scenarios**, you will practice effective leadership behavior together in small groups with the help of OKR. You will go through an entire OKR cycle with all meetings and receive numerous tips, tricks and tools on how you can successfully apply the OKR method as a manager in your corporate context. This is supplemented by the **teaching of proven leadership models**, (motivational) psychological backgrounds and the practical learning of empirically proven core leadership skills. ### Who is the OKR seminar aimed at? The seminar is aimed at anyone who … - **Managers** in organizations that are introducing OKR, have already implemented it or are considering doing so, - **Decision-makers** who want to evaluate whether OKR is suitable for their organization, - **OKR Coaches / Masters** who accompany managers and management teams. ## Our hands-on experience implementing OKRs in numerous companies is what makes this OKR seminar truly special Our **seminar leaders** are … - No “traditional” trainers and no “theorists” - but real **experts with practical experience** - Experts who have assisted numerous companies with the **introduction of OKR** - **fit in imparting knowledge** and active as external university lecturers, among other things - **Author of two OKR books** from renowned publishers - Former **C-level executives and startup founders or entrepreneurs** You benefit from this as a seminar participant. ### The OKR Seminar is a hands-on workshop! [All dates / Booking](#termine) ## We’ve put together an exciting seminar program for you The seminar – a real hands-on workshop – focuses on practical exercises. The proportion of theory is kept as low as possible. The aim is to experience the OKR method as a leadership tool and to internalize the philosophy behind OKR and the new leadership associated with it. We also address the individual situations and questions of the seminar participants and their companies. ### Facts: - Small group with max. 12 participants ### Day 1: Successfully navigating OKR processes as a manager: You will learn about your role as a manager in the OKR process, the benefits of OKR for you as a manager and the specific OKR skills you need in your day-to-day management work. #### Welcome and expectation - Welcome by the seminar leader(s) - Short introduction of the seminar leader(s) - Brief introduction of the participants and their expectations #### Shaping cultural change as a manager - Reflection on your own understanding and behavior as a leader and any discrepancies - From the pyramid to the network & the importance for managers - OKR as a low-threshold start to cultural change - Fundamentals of motivational psychology - Psychological safety and how to create it #### Why OKR as a manager? - Different leadership styles and their empirical evidence - Strong leadership: skills or personality? - The “outside-in” principle - OKR as an aid: from manager to leader - Increasing flexibility of action through ambidextrous leadership #### The leadership role in the OKR process - The leadership role in the OKR planning phase – the top-down and bottom-up approach and horizontal coordination - Accompanying the OKR execution phase – the Daily Huddle and the OKR Check-In or OKR Weekly Meeting - The leadership role in the final OKR phase: the OKR review meeting and the retrospective - Dealing with internal OKR coaches/masters #### Building leadership skills with OKR - Practicing decision-making scenarios: When hands-in hands-out as a manager? - Group exercise: OKR assessment and decision rules for OKR approval ### Comprehensive seminar materials, practical templates and our bestselling book: Seminar participants receive detailed seminar documents and practical templates. You will also receive the book “30 Minuten OKR – Objectives & Key Results”, published by GABAL Verlag (normal price € 10.90), and our OKR poster (DIN A1, normal price € 12.60) free of charge. **The seminar leader is the author of this compact guide and bestseller**. ### Day 2: Deep dive into the OKR leadership role and key leadership skills: Using practical examples and application-based exercises, you will learn how to behave professionally as a manager in the OKR process and in everyday business life #### Welcome and warm-up - Welcome by the seminar leader(s) - Review of day 1 - Answering open questions about day 1 - Warm-up #### Do's & Don't for managers in the OKR process - How progress is tracked with OKR and micromanagement is prevented - Adaptations and learning from mistakes - The pitfalls of individual OKR sets - Dealing with bonuses - Understanding agile decision-making and the agile maturity level - Agile self-management #### OKR best practices, challenges and solutions - OKR best practices: Success factors for effective OKR use - Case studies and practical examples for effective management practice - Dealing with common challenges in the context of OKR - Solutions and recommendations - Practicing OKR in practice: case studies for agile decision-making #### Effective communication & synergies in the agile age - Effective communication: improving communication skills - Integration of the OKR language - Conflict management: dealing with conflicts and obstacles in teams - Empathy and relationship management - OKR to promote teamwork and cohesion #### Apply OKR in your own context - Practicing OKR application in difficult management situations - Typical difficulties during initial implementation - Strategies for successful change management - Dealing with resistance to change ### Confirmation of Participation: All participants will receive a certificate of participation. ### Bonus session: Follow-up individual coaching for individual challenges After the seminar-workshop you will receive 30 minutes of individual counseling/coaching free of charge. [All dates / Booking](#termine) ### Seminar Leaders – True OKR Experts and Bestselling Authors: For one thing, the seminar leader is the author of the concise guide and bestseller “[30 Minutes of OKR – Objectives & Key Results,”](https://okrexperts.com/okr-book/okr-book-30-minutes-okr-objectives-key-results/) published by GABAL Verlag. ### Seminar leader—author of one of the most comprehensive works on OKR: In addition, the seminar leader is the author of the comprehensive book[*More Focus, Motivation, and Success with OKR: Fundamentals and Best Practices*](https://okrexperts.com/okr-book/okr-book-more-focus-motivation-and-success-with-okr-basics-and-best-practices/) , published by Wiley-VCH. ## After the OKR seminar you will be able to … - … use **OKR as a management tool** to implement your company’s vision and strategy in an agile manner. - … as a manager, **to apply** a **modern goal-management method** that is ideally suited to today’s VUCA world. - … **to increase** the **motivation and commitment of your teams** through clear focus, coordination and commitment. - … **routinely****go through** the entire **OKR cycle** and **support** all **meetings as a manager**. ## Requirements for Participation The management OKR seminar is for managers or decision-makers **who have basic OKR knowledge**. If you have little or no basic OKR knowledge, we recommend **attending our video training**[(OKR basic course](https://okrexperts.com/okr-training-seminars-further-education-and-training/okr-online-training-for-employees-managers-and-freelancers/okr-training-basic-course/) ), **reading our [book](https://okrexperts.com/okr-book/okr-book-30-minutes-okr-objectives-key-results/) “OKR in 30 minutes”** or **attending our**[1-day OKR seminar.](https://okrexperts.com/okr-training-seminars-further-education-and-training/okr-seminar-offers/1-day-okr-seminar/) We will be happy to give you **free** access to our video training (OKR basic course) or send you our book “OKR in 30 minutes” by post before the seminar as part of your seminar booking. Of course, the seminar is about learning and understanding the OKR method. However, it is much more important to internalize the philosophy behind OKR. And this can only be achieved by experiencing the method and applying it in practice. This is precisely the concept and aim of our OKR seminars. ## Seminar Dates Payment by: Our [Terms and Conditions for open continuing education programs](https://okrexperts.com/gtc/general-terms-and-conditions-for-open-training-courses/) apply. **For businesses:** Pay by invoice or request a quote: [Request an Invoice or Quote](https://okrexperten.de/seminar-per-rechnung/) **In-house**, German or English ### OKR seminar for managers **Duration:** 2 days, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each **Location**: On-site, live video or hybrid [Request now](https://okrexperten.de/okr-seminar-anfrage-inhouse-schulung/) ## **There are many good reasons to attend the seminars led by OKR experts** ### Genuine practical relevance Our seminar leaders have led a large number of OKR implementation projects themselves, led/accompanied numerous OKR meetings – and have years of experience in change management, agile team transformation, introduction of mission statements and much more. – and as an entrepreneur, start-up founder and C-level executive. ### Hands-on seminar Participation is required in our seminars – not only when learning the method, but also in a variety of group work. ### Helpful documents You will receive detailed seminar documents, practical templates and a free copy of our bestseller[“30 Minuten OKR – Objectives & Key Results](https://okrexperts.com/okr-book/okr-book-30-minutes-okr-objectives-key-results/) “, published by GABAL Verlag (normal price € 10.90), as well as our [OKR poster](https://okrexperts.com/okr-poster/) (DIN A1, normal price € 12.60). ### Professionals in knowledge transfer Our seminar leaders have a didactic background and work as external university lecturers in adult further education. ### Support after the seminar We will be happy to answer any questions you may have after the seminar – also for coaching and advice. ### OKR Experts Network Take advantage of our network of OKR experts. ## Questions? We are happy to help you Give us a call – or arrange a free consultation. We will be happy to help you! [Arrange a consultation](https://okrexperten.de/kontakt/) [Arrange a free consultation](https://okrexperten.de/kontakt/) [+49 89 21 52 952 – 99](tel:+4989215295299) ## **Your trainers for this seminar** ### **Real experts with practical experience, consultants and entrepreneurs** **The seminar is jointly led by two experienced OKR experts** ### Erno Marius Obogeanu-Hempel Visionary, thought leader and recognized expert in the fields of digitalization, strategy, digital transformation and innovation. Silicon Valley expert, multiple C-level executive, e.g. at ProSiebenSat.1, multiple startup founder, management consultant, international keynote speaker, author and university lecturer. He is the founder, managing director and managing partner of DigitalWinners. ### Laura Huber M. Sc. Psychologist and cognitive behavioral therapist (i.A.), systemic coach and process facilitator (DCV-certified training), certified OKR consultant and trainer as well as agile consultant. As a recognized coach and consultant, she has years of experience as a catalyst for leaders who want to improve their performance and that of their team and make a difference in their lives and in the organizations they serve. Her approach emphasizes systemic thinking and evidence-based practices based on the latest findings in neuroscience, psychology and coaching. **We look forward to your visit to the OKR seminar and hope you enjoy immersing yourself in the world of OKR.** ## This might also interest you: - [OKR online training](https://okrexperts.com/okr-training-seminars-further-education-and-training/okr-online-training-for-employees-managers-and-freelancers/) - [OKR workshops](https://okrexperts.com/okr-workshops/) , including [OKR introduction workshop](https://okrexperts.com/okr-workshops/okr-introductory-workshop-okr-quick-start-workshop/) , [optimization workshop](https://okrexperts.com/okr-workshops/okr-optimization-workshop-okr-quick-check-workshop/) - [OKR books](https://okrexperts.com/okr-book/) - [OKR keynote speech](https://okrexperts.com/okr-lecture/) ## OKR seminars – held by experts with practical experience Not every trainer is really an expert. Our trainers are not “traditional” trainers, but **real experts with practical experience** who were – and in some cases still are – entrepreneurs, C-level executives or startup founders. As a seminar participant, you will benefit from this extensive practical experience. - [Deutsch](https://okrexperten.de/okr-training/okr-seminar/okr-fuehrung/) - [English](https://okrexperts.com/okr-training-seminars-further-education-and-training/okr-seminar-offers/okr-seminar-for-managers/)