The Need for a Good Job Description

Cathie Leimbach • October 9, 2023

In today's competitive job market, a well-crafted job description is not just a formality; it's a crucial tool for attracting the right talent, ensuring a successful hiring process, communicating expectations to employees, and establishing a reference for performance feedback.


Once you are clear on what you expect employees in a given position to accomplish, prepare an expanded job description which serves as a blueprint for the position. This document will include the position title; the position or name of the supervisor; the positions or names of those whom they will supervise, if any; a brief summary of the roles of this position; the detailed specific expectations; and qualifications required. Ideally, the job description will reference the importance of aligning with the organization’s values which may be stated in the job description or provided in an accompanying document. This expanded job description helps the employee to understand the context in which they are to work as well as the measurable outputs for which they are responsible.


Here's why quality job descriptions are essential:

1.     Attracting the Right Candidates: A clear and detailed job description helps potential candidates understand the job's expectations, ensuring that those who apply are genuinely interested and qualified.

2.     Reducing Turnover: When expectations are clearly communicated from the beginning, employees are more likely to thrive in their roles, leading to higher job satisfaction and lower turnover rates.

3.     Legal Protection: Job descriptions can serve as legal documents, defining essential job functions and minimizing potential disputes over duties or responsibilities.

4.     Streamlining the Hiring Process: A well-defined job description helps HR professionals and hiring managers identify the most suitable candidates quickly, saving time and resources.

5.     Employee Development: Job descriptions are valuable tools for employee performance evaluations and career development discussions.



In conclusion, good job descriptions are the foundation of successful hiring processes, strong workforce performance, and high employee retention. They provide the basis for clarity, efficiency, and employee satisfaction in today's dynamic job market. Employers who invest time in crafting accurate and informative job descriptions are more likely to find and retain top talent.

Take a Moment for Joy

By Cathie Leimbach • December 23, 2025
As the year comes to a close, it’s worth pausing to ask a simple question: What brought you joy this year at work and in life? Joy doesn’t always arrive in big, headline moments. Often, it shows up quietly—in meaningful conversations, shared laughter, progress made, lessons learned, or the steady presence of people who support us. Sometimes joy is found in growth, sometimes in rest, and sometimes in simply getting through a challenging season with resilience and grace. Take a few minutes to reflect. What moments made you smile? When did you feel most connected? For what are you grateful? This reflection isn’t about ignoring the hard parts of the year. It’s about honoring the bright spots that sustained you through them. Recognizing joy helps us close the year with perspective and open the next one with hope. As the holidays approach, give yourself permission to slow down, savor meaningful moments, and share joy with others—through kindness, gratitude, and presence.  May this season be filled with moments that lift your spirit, and may you carry that joy with you into the year ahead. 👉 Take a moment to pause this season—view the Reflecting on Joy one-pager and reflect on what brought meaning to your work and life this year. Wishing you a truly joy-filled Christmas season .

Wrapping Up Your Year – Celebrate Your Wins

By Cathie Leimbach • December 16, 2025
As you’re wrapping presents this season, it’s also a great time to wrap up your year with intention. The end of the year offers a natural pause—a chance to reflect, appreciate, and celebrate the people who made a difference along the way. At work, we often move from one deadline to the next without stopping to say thank you. Take a moment to recognize your teammates. Maybe it’s the coworker who always had your back, or the leader who helped you stretch and grow. A sincere “thank you” or a short handwritten note can go a long way. It doesn’t need to be elaborate—just genuine. The same holds true in your personal life. When was the last time you told a friend or family member how much they mean to you? Between holiday plans and to-do lists, it’s easy to forget that our presence often matters more than any present. Every year brings both highs and lows. As this one comes to a close, choose to focus on what went right. Celebrate the small wins and acknowledge the people who supported you through the challenging moments. So, while you’re taping up gift boxes, take a little time to wrap up your year with gratitude. Send the text. Write the card. Let people know they’re valued. After all, the most meaningful gift you can give is helping someone feel truly appreciated. Want more simple, meaningful ways to express appreciation—without overspending?  👉 View Sharing Joy at Work Without Breaking the Bank for practical ideas you can use right away.