4. Heidi Rundt on how they use OKR (Objective & Key Result) at HYPER ISLAND

Welcome to Ready Set Goal! I'm Sophie Hedestad, the CEO and founder of NOQX, a leading performance platform for companies aiming to win in their industries. I am beyond excited for this episode. Joining me is Professor Lukas Goretzki from the Stockholm School of Economics. Lukas is a renowned expert in the field of management and control systems, with extensive research and insights that are reshaping how we think about leadership and organizational goals. In this episode, we’ll explore the delicate art of balancing transformational goals with the more routine, yet essential, business-as-usual objectives that every company faces. In my conversations with leaders, this is often the most challenging area they grapple with—striking that perfect balance can feel like an uphill battle. Lukas is here to shed light on this issue and share his perspective on how leaders should approach this. His suggestion is nothing short of brilliant, and I can't wait for you to hear it.

Welcome to today's episode! I'm Sophie Hedestad, and joining me is Andreas Johansson, CEO of SSE Business Lab, the startup incubator at the Stockholm School of Economics. And just recently, he announced that he will start a new venture. It's not official quite yet, but he wrote something about fintech the other day on LinkedIn, so let's see what he comes up with! Since 2019, Andreas has spearheaded innovative programs like Activate, Incubate, and Ideate at SSE Business Lab, nurturing over 200 companies with a focus on entrepreneurship and sustainability. He also has experience with the Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce in New York, including the launch of Gateway, a hub for Scandinavian businesses in the U.S. Today, we will talk about Andreas passion for merging entrepreneurship with setting and achieving visionary goals through purpose-driven OKRs. Join us as Andreas shares insights on transforming visions into tangible achievements and the strategies behind SSE Business Lab's impressive goal-setting journey.

Welcome to Ready, Set, Goal the 15-minute podcast where we dive into the art of goal-setting at work! Join host Sophie Hedestad, CEO of NOQX, a leading performance platform, as she uncovers how top leaders achieve their goals. In today's episode, Sophie chats with Jenny Rundbladh, CEO of SPP, who will reveal the secrets behind their "Must Win Battles" strategy, a powerful approach to achieving clarity and focus in goal-setting. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that will help you master your own goals. Are you ready? It's time for Ready, Set, Goal!

In this episode of Ready, Set, Goal, Sophie Hedestad is joined by Martin Weibull, the esteemed CEO of Intelliplan, who generously shares insights into his company's remarkable journey towards success. Together, they explore Intelliplan's innovative use of OKRs to not only drive growth but also to realize their vision of becoming industry leaders. Join Sophie and Martin as they uncover the intricacies of Intelliplan's OKR methodology and learn how it can inspire and guide listeners towards their own triumphs. Get ready to set your goals and make them a reality with Ready, Set, Goal!  

Step into the world of goal-setting and OKRs with "Ready, Set, Goal," a fun 15-minute podcast hosted by Sophie Hedestad. Sophie works at NOQX, a cool platform that makes goal-setting enjoyable for everyone. Today, Sophie chats with Jeff Gothelf, who's really good at helping big companies with their goals. Jeff shares his "aha" moments about setting objectives and key results (OKRs). Get ready to learn some cool stuff about reaching your goals! Tune in and Ready, Set, Goal!

Welcome to Ready, Set, Goal, the 15-minute podcast delving into the fascinating realm of goal-setting strategies. I'm your host, Sophie Hedestad, here to spark inspiration for achieving ambitious growth goals within organizations. Proudly representing NOQX, a platform dedicated to making goal setting enjoyable for both employees and leaders. In today's episode, I have the privilege of conversing with Johan Oljeqvist, the CEO of Fryshuset. Fryshuset adopts a distinctive decentralized and value-driven approach to goal setting. Does this unconventional method lead to success? Join us as we explore and unravel effective goal-setting strategies with Johan Oljeqvist. Are you ready to gain some goal-setting insights? Ready, set, goal!  

In this episode, we're joined by Kim Swing, the HR Director at Ahlsell, the top distributor of installation products in the Nordic region. Kim handles People and Culture at the company. We're talking about why diversity and inclusion matter when setting goals. Plus, we'll chat about how Ahlsell sets and grows its goals over the years.

In this episode you have the opportunity to listen to Heidi Rundt, CEO of Hyper Island she has an amazing track record in commercial roles. She joined HyperIsland in 2017 and Hyper Island is a digital creative business school. As the CEO she is responsible for the overall results at Hyper Island, we will explore her insights on goal-setting strategies for maximum success. Since Hyper Islands uses the famous framework OKR we will dig into how they use the framework, how it developed over time and potential pitfalls start using it.  

Join us in this episode of 'Ready Set Goal' as host Sophie explores the inspiring journey of Helene Auramo, founder of the Slush tech event in Helsinki. Helene shares her entrepreneurial experience, from co-founding various organizations to leading her current startup. Delving into the inception of Slush in 2008, Helene unveils the vision that guided its evolution into a global phenomenon. Discover the unconventional goal-setting strategies that fueled Slush's success and gain valuable insights on effective teamwork and communication. Whether you're a startup enthusiast or a seasoned entrepreneur, this episode offers a compelling narrative on building and sustaining excellence in the tech event landscape.

In this episode, we delve into the world of strategic goal setting with Giles Whiting, former COO at Forsta and Operating Advisor at Verdane. Giles shares invaluable insights gained from his role in leading Forsta's go-to-market strategy and his involvement with Verdane. The conversation explores the significance of clear, consistent, and aligned goal setting for both professional and personal success. Giles outlines a structured approach to goal setting within organizations, emphasizing the use of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) to ensure alignment across teams. He highlights the importance of simplicity, consistency, and regular communication in achieving and surpassing goals. Join us for a compelling discussion on mastering the art of goal setting with a seasoned leader in the field.