{"id":12610,"date":"2024-08-29T20:52:22","date_gmt":"2024-08-29T20:52:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/collegeguide.co.za\/?page_id=12610"},"modified":"2024-08-29T20:52:22","modified_gmt":"2024-08-29T20:52:22","slug":"okrs-template","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/okrs-template\/","title":{"rendered":"OKRS Template"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-698982620\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads atf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"8381596201\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><p>OKRs are <strong>designed to reach every level of an organization in any context<\/strong> (hybrid or not). They&#8217;re proven to align employees with an organization&#8217;s top priorities, help managers support their teams, and uncover critical workforce insights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>OKRs are a collaborative goal-setting tool used by teams and individual contributors to set challenging, ambitious goals. What makes OKRs different, and more powerful, is that the goals are designed to be measurable. In other words, OKRs allow you to track progress, create alignment, and encourage engagement all while tethered to measurable outcomes. OKRs apply to any type of company and to any role within an organization. They\u2019re so versatile they can be used at the company-, team-, and individual-level.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To break it down further, an Objective is what you\u2019d like to achieve. An objective is concrete, action-oriented, and inspirational. A Key Result is a benchmark that guides how we accomplish the objective. Key results are measurable, verifiable, and are rooted in reality. They don\u2019t offer room to mince words\u2014you either meet a key result or you don\u2019t. OKRs are time-bound (typically to a standard business quarter). They\u2019re set, but then routinely check-in on with flexibility to pivot or amend as environments change or new problems take priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-benefits-of-setting-and-documenting-okrs\">Benefits of setting and documenting OKRs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most substantial benefits of implementing OKRs into an organization is that they align employee motivation to organizational performance. Leadership sets high-level goals, managers and teams translate those into workable goals for themselves, achieving cohesion and nurturing a shared sense of purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The OKR system is also scalable. Companies large to small or growing can adopt the OKR methodology. The system is flexible and translates incredibly well to remote or hybrid workforces\u2014particularly if the organization is using a platform like Betterworks that collects, communicates, and measures OKR progress in real-time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>OKRs play a helpful role for managers as well. Managers are tasked with motivating their teams, understanding their struggles, and showing up for crucial conversations. On top of performing their core job, they\u2019ve got alignment, feedback, development, and recognition to keep in mind. Setting strategic OKRs with a team gives managers a roadmap and a cadence to address those concerns that were before handled impulsive or ad hoc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-makes-a-strong-okr\">What makes a strong OKR?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you understand the general benefits of OKRs, how do you write them? What do clear, actionable, and aspirational goals look like? And, how do OKRs vary by department, role, or function?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>OKR writing may seem daunting. Keep in mind that not only are OKRs primed to be revisited and adjusted, once you begin to use them and understand how they\u2019re measured, writing them will get easier and easier.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When writing an Objective, think about the most valuable focus of the next quarter (or with whatever timeframe you decide). Less is more in terms of OKRs, and we\u2019ve found that no more than 3 objectives are the sweet spot for teams to remember and work on.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Well-written Objectives are:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Specific<\/li><li>Measurable<\/li><li>Achievable, but aspirational<\/li><li>Relevant<\/li><li>Time-bound<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each Objective should be tied to a Key Result. Key Results prove that you\u2019ve either achieved your Objective or not. They are a measure of the work, not the actual work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Results are:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A measure of the work<\/li><li>Demonstrate a result<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-does-an-okr-template-look-like\">What does an OKR template look like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can build an OKR template wherever you work or feel most comfortable. John Doerr, an OKR pioneer and author of the bestselling book \u201cMeasure What Matters\u201d built an OKR Excel template you can download and use.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The basic requirements on an OKR template include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Owner.<\/strong> The individual, team, or company owning these specific OKRs&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Time-frame<\/strong>. The agreed upon time the OKRs are written fo (e.g. Q2 2026)<\/li><li><strong>Objectives. <\/strong>1 \u2013 3 clearly written Objectives<\/li><li><strong>Key Results. <\/strong>2-4 plainly written and measurable Key Results nested beneath each Objective<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.betterworks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screen-Shot-2026-02-11-at-4.45.10-PM.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8929\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Additional OKR template details:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Ownership.<\/strong> The individual or team that is taking ownership of the each Objective<\/li><li><strong>Status update.<\/strong> A status report on the progress of each Objective<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.betterworks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screen-Shot-2026-02-11-at-4.45.47-PM.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8930\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sharing-and-updating-your-okrs-and-okr-template\">Sharing and updating your OKRs and OKR template<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While creating your own OKR template is easy, you must set a cadence for revisiting the OKRs throughout the timeline you set. Biweekly check-ins with your team or with leadership is a great place to start. You can update progress together, ask key stakeholders about roadblocks and wins, and reassess if priorities have changed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>OKRs are a company-wide commitment. As such, they should be shared and accessible so all individual contributors can transparently understand top-level goals. Whether you use an Excel sheet or a Google doc, make sure everyone is aware it exists and that it\u2019s open for reading and questioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Betterworks bakes in cadence, updates, and universal sharing of OKRs directly into our platform. We treat OKRs for what they are: living goals that require transparency and accountability. Our platform allows leaders, managers, and individual contributors to seamlessly integrate OKRs into their daily work routines resulting in alignment, engagement, and connection to a higher purpose.<\/p><div class=\"advads-content\" id=\"advads-3163580418\"><div style=\"width: 300px; padding: 20px; margin: 0 auto; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #f9f9f9; text-align: center; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">\r\n    <p style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Need Information or Confused about Something ? <\/p>\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/onlineapplications.co.za\/ask\/\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 10px 20px; background-color: #007BFF; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; transition: background-color 0.3s;\">Ask a Question<\/a>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"advads-btf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-1915212994\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads btf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"5513273173\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div>\n<div class=\"advads-cpc\" id=\"advads-3459750300\"><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Sponsored Guide<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Complete Guide to NSFAS Online Loan Application for South African Students (2025)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are a South African student looking to pursue higher education but are facing financial difficulties, the <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is one of the most accessible funding options available. NSFAS provides financial aid in the form of <strong>bursaries and loans<\/strong> to qualifying students at public universities and TVET colleges in South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>This guide will walk you through <strong>everything you need to know about the NSFAS loan application process<\/strong>, from eligibility requirements to application steps and frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccc What is NSFAS?<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is a government-funded financial aid scheme aimed at helping students from low- and middle-income households to access tertiary education without the burden of upfront fees.<\/p>\n<p>NSFAS <strong>offers both bursaries and income-contingent loans<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bursaries<\/strong>: For eligible students who meet academic and household income criteria (especially for TVET and university students).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loans<\/strong>: For students who do not meet all bursary criteria or who are pursuing postgraduate qualifications not funded under bursary schemes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\u2705 Who Qualifies for an NSFAS Loan?<\/h2>\n<p>To qualify for an NSFAS loan (especially for postgraduate students or programs not funded under the bursary system), you must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be a <strong>South African citizen<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>financially needy<\/strong>, with a household income of <strong>less than R350,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Have a <strong>valid South African ID<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>enrolled or accepted<\/strong> to study at a <strong>public university or TVET college<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Not be funded through another bursary program that covers all expenses.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain satisfactory <strong>academic progress<\/strong> (returning students).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcda Courses Funded by NSFAS<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS primarily funds <strong>undergraduate qualifications<\/strong>, but certain <strong>postgraduate programs (e.g., PGCE, postgraduate diplomas in education, and professional courses like LLB)<\/strong> may be considered under the <strong>NSFAS loan scheme<\/strong>, not bursaries.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re studying:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Undergraduate degree or diploma<\/strong>: You are likely eligible for a full NSFAS bursary.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Postgraduate study<\/strong>: You may qualify for a loan, depending on the course and funding availability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcc4 Required Documents for NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>When applying, make sure you have the following documents scanned and ready:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Certified copy of your South African ID or Smart Card<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parent(s) or guardian(s) ID documents<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of income<\/strong> (latest payslips, UIF, or affidavit if unemployed).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consent Form<\/strong> signed by your parent(s)\/guardian(s) to allow NSFAS to verify income.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of registration or acceptance at a public institution<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Academic transcripts<\/strong> (for continuing or postgraduate students).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udda5\ufe0f How to Apply for an NSFAS Loan Online<\/h2>\n<h3>Step-by-Step NSFAS Online Application Process (2025)<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Visit the NSFAS Website<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Go to: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Create an Account<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cMyNSFAS\u201d<\/strong> and register your profile.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll need a <strong>valid email address<\/strong> and <strong>South African cellphone number<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Choose a strong password and verify your account via email or SMS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Login and Start the Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>After registration, log in to your <strong>MyNSFAS<\/strong> account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cApply\u201d<\/strong> to begin a new application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Fill in Your Personal Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Input your <strong>ID number<\/strong>, name, surname, and other details exactly as they appear on your ID.<\/li>\n<li>Provide <strong>household income information<\/strong> and living arrangements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Upload Required Documents<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Upload all supporting documents in <strong>PDF or JPEG format<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Each document must be clear and under the size limit specified.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Submit Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Review your application for accuracy.<\/li>\n<li>Click <strong>\u201cSubmit\u201d<\/strong> and wait for a confirmation message.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Track Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Log in regularly to check your application status.<\/li>\n<li>You will be notified via SMS and email at each stage of the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Important NSFAS Dates (2025)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application Opening Date<\/strong>: September 1, 2025<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application Deadline<\/strong>: January 31, 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Appeals Period<\/strong>: February 2026 (if rejected)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disbursement<\/strong>: After registration and approval<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Note: Dates are subject to change; always confirm on the official NSFAS website.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcb8 What Does the NSFAS Loan Cover?<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS funding typically includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuition fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Registration fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accommodation (if living away from home)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Meals and transport<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Learning materials (e.g., textbooks)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For <strong>loans<\/strong>, repayment is only required <strong>once you start working and earn above a threshold<\/strong> (around R30,000 annually, but subject to change).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd04 NSFAS Loan Repayment<\/h2>\n<p>Repayments are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Income-contingent<\/strong> \u2013 you only repay when you can afford to.<\/li>\n<li>Administered by <strong>DHET (Department of Higher Education and Training)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interest-bearing<\/strong>, but interest rates are low and favorable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also apply for a <strong>partial loan conversion to a bursary<\/strong> if you perform well academically.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd01 How to Appeal a Rejected NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>If your application is rejected, you may submit an appeal via your MyNSFAS portal:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Log into your MyNSFAS account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cTrack Funding Progress\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>If rejected, click on <strong>\u201cSubmit Appeal\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Upload any missing or corrected documents.<\/li>\n<li>Provide a clear explanation or motivation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcf1 NSFAS Contact Information<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Website<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Email<\/strong>: <a href=\"mailto:info@nsfas.org.za\">info@nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Toll-Free Number<\/strong>: 08000 67327 (Monday\u2013Friday, 8 AM\u20135 PM)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Twitter<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/myNSFAS\">@myNSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Facebook<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/myNSFAS\">NSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcdd Final Tips Before Applying<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply <strong>early<\/strong> to avoid system overload near the deadline.<\/li>\n<li>Use <strong>your own email and cellphone number<\/strong> (do not use someone else\u2019s).<\/li>\n<li>Double-check that all your documents are <strong>certified and legible<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a <strong>copy of your submission confirmation<\/strong> for reference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>By following this guide, you can confidently apply for NSFAS funding and move one step closer to achieving your academic and career dreams\u2014without the burden of immediate financial pressure.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>OKRs are designed to reach every level of an organization in any context (hybrid or not). 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