Giant Talk: Where Strategy Meets Results

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. Join us for the first of a series of special episodes in conversation with long-standing organisational performance expert, Brett Knowles. Throughout these we will be looking at some of the emerging challenges facing organisations today as we all try to adapt to the new normal of rapidly accelerating change and ever increasing volatility. ...

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. In this episode, we are joined by Tom Rausch, Director of Consulting at Barrett values centre. Tom chats to Roger about his work at Barrett transforming businesses, and the changing trends they’ve seen when it comes to values and culture.      Enjoy the episode!  If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your goal setting/OKRs could...

Welcome back to Giant Talk. In this episode, Roger welcomes Ian Turner, Talent Director at Talk Talk, a telecommunications organisation providing pay television and Internet access services to businesses and consumers in the United Kingdom. Ian chats to Roger about the Talk Talk OKR journey and the benefits they have seen from using them.      Enjoy the episode!  If you have 3 minutes and would li...

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. In this episode host Roger Longden chats to Bernie Smith, a KPI guru! Roger and Bernie dig into the topic ‘OKR vs KPIs’, and dispel some common myths. How and when should you use OKRs & KPIs? Listen to this insightful conversation to find out.    Enjoy the episode!  If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your goal setting/OKRs...

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. After being at the forefront of the OKR space for some time, Roger Longden, Founder and Chairman of TBG joins us to share his learnings and thoughts on OKR, and the change he has seen in the OKR world. He also gives an update about his new role as Chairman of TBG.   Enjoy the episode!   Links The OKR Coach Handbook by Roger Longden. If you...

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. In the second episode of series 9 we are joined by Kyle Byrd, partner at Adventure Fund and former Product Manager at Atlassian. Kyle is a big advocate of OKRs and shares his experience of using them with Roger.   Enjoy the episode! If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your goal setting/OKRs could have more impact, then why not...

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. Kicking off this new season, and back with Roger Longden as host, we welcome Ahmed Elnahas, IT Manager at NN Group. Ahmed has been working with OKRs for some time and has an interesting take on how he uses them and how OKRs can work with agile.    Enjoy the episode! If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your goal setting/OKRs cou...

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. In this episode, we are joined by Chris Abbass, CEO and Founder of Talentful - a global talent recruitment company for tech companies.   In this episode, we talk about the importance of a sense of purpose in the workplace.   Enjoy the episode! If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your goal setting/OKRs could have more impact, th...

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. In this episode we are joined by Mike Goitein, an Enterprise OKR, Agile, and Product coach at KeyBank, a top-20 US bank. Mike, who has a background in IT consulting, now supports KeyBank’s ongoing Agile transformation. In this episode we talk about creativity and strategy vs analysis and planning. Enjoy the episode!   If you have 3 minutes...

Welcome back to Giant Talk. In this episode we talk to Glo Gordon, CEO of MATRIXX Software, a global leader in 5G monetization solutions for the telecom industry.  Glo talks to us about the power of leadership, and leading an organisation through its transformation phase, even during a difficult time during the pandemic.    Enjoy the episode! If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your go...

Welcome back to Giant Talk, the world’s first OKR podcast. Today I am delighted to be joined by Tim Calderhead, a consultant here at There Be Giants. Tim has a background in leading  transformational change and he is also a star in our YouTube video series - check our channel out if you’re yet to do so!   Today we are going to talk about how you can get the best possible chance of success when del...

In this episode of Giant Talk we're joined by Sten Pittet, Co-founder and CEO at Tability, an OKR software that helps you move away from spreadsheets for focus and accountability.   Today we are going to talk about misalignment and why this might not be a bad thing.   Enjoy the episode! If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your goal setting/OKRs could have more impact, then why not give...

In this episode of Giant Talk we chat to Rico Surridge, Chief Product & Technology Officer at Which? The UK’s consumer champion, raising awareness of consumer rights and offering independent advice.  Today we are going to talk about Rico’s OKR journey and his key learnings along the way.    Enjoy the episode!   If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your goal setting/OKRs could have m...

In this episode of Giant Talk we’re delighted to be joined by Keith Nichol, Planning Director and Co-founder at Flourish Direct Marketing, a specialist CRM agency. Having been a business owner for over 18 years, Keith has a wealth of knowledge around strategic planning which we’ll dig into today.   Enjoy the episode!   If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your goal setting/OKRs could ha...

In this episode of Giant Talk we’re delighted to be joined by Margaux Joly, Change Manager at And Digital. Margaux joins us to talk about the benefits of OKR coach training and how this can impact not only your organisation or the organisation you work in, but you as an individual.  Enjoy the episode!   If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your goal setting/OKRs could have more impact,...

In this episode of Giant Talk we’re delighted to be joined by Mark Homza, Co-founder and CEO at Funday, a performance marketing agency.  Having been an entrepreneur for over 15 years, Mark is going to talk to us about innovation and why it’s important to always be looking ahead.   Enjoy the episode!   If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your goal setting/OKRs could have more impact, th...

In this episode of Giant Talk we’re delighted to be joined by our own consultant Joanna Thirkettle. Today Jo is going to talk to us about feedback and coaching. We'll talk through the differences and why feedback and coaching can benefit your business. We’ll also discuss how feedback can drive forward your OKRs. Enjoy the episode! Mentioned in the episode: There Be Giants OKR Coach Academy - Now C...

In this episode of Giant Talk we’re delighted to be joined by Sarah Shultz, Strategy & Communications Lead at OfficeTogether. Today Sarah is going to talk to us about her experience using OKRs from the good, the not so good and the bad. Enjoy the episode!   If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your goal setting/OKRs could have more impact, then why not give our maturity assessment a...

In this episode of Giant Talk we’re delighted to be joined by Andy Binns, co-founder of Change Logic and corporate innovation guru. Today Andy is going to talk to us about innovation in the corporate world and how OKRs can be used to fuel innovation.    You can purchase the Corporate Explore here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Corporate-Explorer-Corporations-Entrepreneurs-Innovation/dp/1119838320     E...

In this episode of Giant Talk we’re delighted to be joined by Mark Flint, CEO and Co-founder of The Escape Game a world-class experiential entertainment company with 23 retail locations across the U.S, employing nearly 900 team members. Today Mark is going to talk to us about an agile approach to goal-setting, having had to pivot his business during the pandemic.    Enjoy the episode!   If you hav...

In this episode of Giant Talk we’re delighted to be joined by Ann Walton, Vice President, People & Operations at Voices.com , the online marketplace that connects businesses with professional voice talent. Today Ann is going to talk to us about how you can organically and intentionally create a healthy culture. Ann shares some do’s and don’ts when it comes to creating a healthy culture.    Enj...

In this episode of Giant Talk we’re delighted to be joined by Dr Harley Phoenix. Harley is Learning & Development Manager at Benchmarx and has a PhD in behavioural science. Harley talks to us about behaviours in leadership and how you can use behaviours to create a collaborative culture.   Enjoy the episode!   If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your goal setting/OKRs could have mo...

In this episode we’re delighted to be joined by Felix Beccar, Chief of Staff at MURAL , the remote-first company behind the popular visual collaboration platform. Today Felix talks to us about how MURAL uses OKRs in their strategic planning process and the reality of the challenges you can face when adopting OKRs. Enjoy the episode!   If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your goal setti...

Today we’re delighted to be joined by Andrea Lagan, Chief Operating Officer at Betterworks, an enterprise Performance Management & OKR Software. Today we’re going to talk about a timely topic: Culture! How important is company culture and what are the benefits of getting it right. Enjoy the episode!   If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your goal setting/OKRs could have more impact...

Today we’re delighted to be joined by David Ciccarelli, CEO & Founder of Voices, one of the biggest online marketplaces for voice-overs. Today we’re going to talk about the importance of strategic alignment and the process Voices goes through in their strategic planning process. Enjoy the episode!   If you have 3 minutes and would like to see how your goal setting/OKRs could have more impact,...