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23andMe Claimed Company

23andMe, headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, is a leading consumer genetics and research company. Founded in 2006, the company’s mission is to help people access, understand, and benefit from the human genome. 23andMe has pioneered direct access to genetic information as the only company with multiple FDA authorizations for genetic health risk reports. The company has created the world’s largest crowdsourced platform for genetic research, with 80 percent of its customers electing to participate. The 23andMe research platform has generated more than 180 publications on the genetic underpinnings of a wide range of diseases, conditions, and traits. The platform also powers the 23andMe Therapeutics group, currently pursuing drug discovery programs rooted in human genetics across a spectrum of disease areas, including oncology, respiratory, and cardiovascular diseases, in addition to other therapeutic areas. read more

EMPLOYEE PARTICIPANTS: 37

TOTAL RATINGS: 518

CEO: Anne Wojcicki

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23andMe KPIs and OKRs

At 23andMe 40% of employees think their department KPIs and OKRs are clear. Employees’ understanding of 23andMe's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 7 23andMe employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 5 have said yes.

Answer	Percent
Yes	71%
No	29%

Are your company's goals clear, and are you invested in them?

Answer	Percent
Yes	40%
No	60%

Are the KPIs/OKRs for your department clear?

Manager's Role in Accomplishing Goals

A main function of a managerial role is to lead one’s subordinates. A manager at 23andMe is responsible for ensuring his subordinates accomplish objectives using key performance indicators. 23andMe employees shared they generally receive helpful feedback once a year or once a month, while 83% of 23andMe employees said they’re given recognition for their impact & accomplishments. Feedback and positive reinforcement are both conducive to meeting goals.