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Giant Talk: Where Strategy Meets Results

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Giant Talk has been running since 2019 and was the World‘s First podcast dedicated to OKRs (Objectives and Key Results).

As the use of OKRs has evolved, so too has our focus, guests and insights. We now spend time with founders, leaders and experts discussing strategy, alignment, OKRs and organisational performance.

Join Roger & James as they dig deep into the challenges (and solutions) to impro... more

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Connecting Strategy to Results with Simon Norie

James and Roger explore how organisations can align their purpose, strategy, and customer experience to drive meaningful results. Simon Norie of Custerian shares insights on navigating organisational c... more

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The conversation explores the shift in the Giant Talk podcast's focus, introduces Ian Turner and delves into his HR experience, transformation, and human-centered leadership. It discusses empathy, performance standards, and the impact of a CEO's disr... more

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After a bit of a (long) break, Giant Talk is back, with a new look, feel and a new co-host! Still the same focus - decoding what works in translating strategy into results.

James Perryman of Momentus joins Roger to bring a new perspective to the con... more

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We're sure you've heard the acronym: OKRs - Objectives and Key Results. But somewhere along the way, the simplicity got lost in translation.

In this episode, we ask: What if we stopped calling them OKRs altogether?

Roger Longden, TBG Founder and ... more

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Recent Guests

Simon Norrie
Founder/CEO of Custerian, boutique consultancy
Custerian
Episode: How Connecting Strategy to Customer Experience Can Unlock Business Growth with Simon Norie
Ian Turner
HR leader and transformation expert focused on human-centred leadership
Various (HR/Transformation)
Episode: Human-centred leadership with Ian Turner
Marc Applebaum
Co-founder of PM2, involved in organizational coaching and OKR implementations
PM2
Episode: What If We Stopped Calling Them OKRs?
Jonathan Elliot
CEO with extensive experience in sales, strategy consulting, and leadership in large corporations.
Episode: OKRs and the future: Staying relevant in a data-driven world
James Church
Founder and chief operating officer of Robot Mascot, author of Investable Entrepreneur
Robot Mascot
Episode: The good, the bad and the ugly of becoming investable
James Pels
Founder of Proven EA with over 30 years in the tech industry, focusing on enterprise agility.
Proven EA
Episode: Are your teams wasting time on things they shouldn't be ?
Luke Fisher
CEO of Mo
Mo
Episode: How to sustainably invest in your organisational culture
Nick Corrigan
Flight lieutenant in the Royal Air Force
Royal Air Force
Episode: Building High-Performance Cultures: Insights from the Royal Air Force
Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez
Author of the HBR Review Project Management Handbook and a leading authority in strategy implementation and project management.
Episode: The battle between waterfall and agile methodologies

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Roger
Host of Giant Talk and Founder of There Be Giants, Roger brings a wealth of experience in discussing the transformative potential of OKRs and agile methodologies for businesses.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Interesting and Insightful

    I found this podcast recently and I must say that I am impressed. The topics and guests are interesting. The conversational style is very easy to listen to. I have used some of the wisdom in this podcast to bring about improvements in my own firm.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ken at Integrity By McCarthy
    Canada3 years ago
  • Very insightful

    Great actionable podcast to understand OKRs and how to use them within your organization.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mat75001
    United States6 years ago
  • Great podcast on OKRs

    I’m new to OKRs and this podcast has truly helped me on my journey to implementing OKRs in the company I work in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sararias1234
    Colombia7 years ago
  • Really!

    Have you successfully implemented OKRs? I am not convinced. Based on other resources much of your information is conflicting.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Javert42
    United States7 years ago
  • Plain English wonderful!

    Fantastic podcast roger and viv. I wish I had found you 2 years ago. I love your plain English explanations and your practical advise. Looking forward to the next episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goal setter Auckland
    New Zealand7 years ago

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The Advantages of OKRs in scaling businesses
Q: What is it that you wish you'd known before you started this?
One of the key lessons learned was that things won't always go to plan, and it's important to be adaptable and accept changes in objectives as necessary.
The Advantages of OKRs in scaling businesses
Q: How have you seen your culture shift at all with this different approach you've taken over the past 12 months?
While the introduction of OKRs has coincided with changes in the business, a notable shift has been in communication, as the company now incorporates structured reporting and clarity into their objectives.
The Advantages of OKRs in scaling businesses
Q: What was it that was going on in ECO Surv that made you think, hmm, we need to perhaps change the way we do things?
ECO Surv had been scaling aggressively and recognized the need for better prioritization and alignment across departments, which led them to consider implementing OKRs.
The battle between waterfall and agile methodologies
Q: What would you see as its limitations?
Agile struggles with budgeting and scheduling due to its flexible nature, and often lacks documentation, which is crucial for regulated projects.
The battle between waterfall and agile methodologies
Q: Can you just do a quick summary of where you see waterfall being really useful and where you see its limitations?
Waterfall is useful for projects where clarity, detailed requirements, and strict timelines are needed, but it struggles with changes in requirements and can be bureaucratically slow.

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Content primarily revolves around the OKR (Objectives and Key Results) methodology, exploring how this framework can significantly impact organizational efficiency and growth. Engaging discussions with industry leaders emphasize the importance of effective leadership, communication, and collaboration in achieving successful implementation of OKRs. A unique aspect of the content is the focus on real-world case studies, showcasing both successes and failures, which offers listeners valuable insights into the application of OKRs in various business contexts. Overall, the podcast serves as a rich resource for professionals looking to enhance their understanding of business transformation through OKR strategies.

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2. Ian Turner
3. Marc Applebaum
4. Jonathan Elliot
5. James Church
6. James Pels
7. Luke Fisher
8. Nick Corrigan

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