All things communications, strategy, and outcomes.

I thrive on embracing challenges—whether it’s devising communication plans, refining strategies, or delivering outcomes that truly matter.

Have a goal in mind? Let’s get there—together.

photo of Talha M. (Talha Mehmood) a communications generalist and an OKR enthusiast based in Lahore Pakistan. Working with Measure What Matters | John Doerr

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About Talha M.

 

I’m Talha M., a communications generalist with expertise in crafting impactful communication plans, driving integrated marketing campaigns, designing websites, and leveraging OKRs to achieve measurable results. I can simplify workflows, distill key messages for broader audiences, manage designs and curate newsletters—and, above all, take the initiative to ensure it all runs seamlessly.

Let’s work together to turn ideas into impact.

My North Star OKR

Objective:

My eulogy says I lived up to everything and beyond.

Key Results:

  1. 100% of colleagues & clients are excited to work with me again. 
  2. Learn and pass on 4 new skills every year
  3. Benefit at least 5 people a week.
  4. Don’t let more than a day pass by to forgive people.

My North Star OKR (2025)

Objective:

Become better at OKRs.

Key Results:

  1. At least 3 colleagues write me a good recommendation.
  2. I complete all projects I start.

Learnings

Experience

Communications Consultant | Measure What Matters | 2022-Present
  • Led the redesign of key website pages, doubling engagement and increasing visual hierarchy control from 50% to 95%.
  • Optimized site performance to curb organic traffic decline, reducing YoY traffic drop to under 5%.
  • Oversaw the launch of OKRs Explained, coordinating agency efforts, CMS management, and content optimization, resulting in a 30% rise in lesson completions over OKRs 101.
  • Built three audience personas through social listening, enabling targeted OKR, thought leadership, and goal-setting content.
  • Documented process workflows, enabling staff to navigate content, branding, and publishing operations within 2 weeks.
  • Revitalized STM’s brand identity and implemented an internal & crisis communications policy achieving an 87% awareness rate for the new initiatives. 
  • Directed website overhaul, optimizing UX, SEO, and content strategy, increasing direct organic traffic by 30%, and securing top two SERP rankings in Pakistan through targeted, purpose-driven content.

Versa Impact Group, The Deans’ Roundtable, Creative Bugs, Workroom

  • Developed multilateral engagement strategies and created high-impact content to promote the success of TVET graduates, beekeepers, and poultry farmers in Southern Punjab.
  • Led the planning and implementation of integrated communications campaigns to increase beneficiary outreach by 50%, ensuring alignment with policy advocacy and stakeholder engagement goals.
  • Produced documentaries of 15 charter school leaders across 12 states in the US, used as training materials for fellows, contributing to knowledge management and institutional learning. 
  • Collaborated with the Chief Communications Officer to execute a comprehensive rebrand.

There

There is a manifestation of your ambitions and your vision. It’s not just a goal; it’s a mindset and a commitment.

There is about creating pathways leading to better futures—for businesses, teams, and individuals. You don’t get there just once— you’ll keep getting there.

How I Help You Get There

Asking the right questions (countless)

Do you have a strategic direction? What’s the high-level idea you have in your mind for your there? What’s your “why”? 

If you’re not using them already, OKRs is a highly effective tool to discipline thinking, focus on what matters, and measure progress.

I’ll play the “what if” game followed by “let’s try this.” 

Picture this: simple yet articulate plans, actions, and pathways to reach your goals.

Thoughts