The New Job Description (“Position Outcomes Description”)

Do you know what your organization expects of you?  Were you ever given a good job description?  We can’t believe how many people we talk to out there that don’t actually have one.

We decided to turn job descriptions into a useful tool:  The Position Outcomes Description. In just a few minutes you can write your own Position Outcomes Description to help you:

  • Organize your work
  • Get more done
  • Impress your boss

Click here to download it:

Job Description Template (pdf)

Monday’s Tip: This is not an HR Thing. You need to do this for you – don’t wait for your organization. A Position Outcomes Description will help you be more organized, focus on the right things, and get more done.

Tuesday’s Tip: Focus on Specific Outcomes. Don’t talk about process and compliance at this point.   What are your outputs?  What would happen if you got hit by a bus?

Wednesday’s Tip: Don’t forget about Leadership. What you need to accomplish is important, but equally so is how you get those things done.  You must consider your leadership and interpersonal competencies

Thursday’s Tip: Manage Stakeholders. Where does your position intersect with others?  Figure out who your key stakeholders are, and proactively manage those relationships

Friday’s Tip: Measure Your Performance. Not everything is easily measured, but you need to try to assess how you are doing on key business goals.