{"id":1583,"date":"2021-11-09T13:24:26","date_gmt":"2021-11-09T13:24:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teamly.com\/blog\/?p=1583"},"modified":"2021-11-09T13:27:22","modified_gmt":"2021-11-09T13:27:22","slug":"how-to-clarify-job-responsibilities-with-bosses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teamly.com\/blog\/how-to-clarify-job-responsibilities-with-bosses\/","title":{"rendered":"Unsure About What You Need To Do? Here\u2019s How To Get Your Boss To Clarify Your Responsibilities At Work."},"content":{"rendered":"

Have you ever felt unsure about your role at work?<\/p>\n

You may have a job description from when you were first hired, but it isn\u2019t really relevant to what you\u2019re doing day to day and what is expected of you. You may feel like you are constantly wondering what your responsibilities are and how you contribute to the organization\u2019s success.<\/p>\n

Poor role definition comes from unclear objectives, misaligned coworkers\u2019 expectations, and the job\u2019s overall scope. These factors are often amplified by the use of vague language in the initial job description itself.<\/p>\n

If you feel that your responsibilities are too ambiguous and that it\u2019s holding you back, you\u2019re not alone.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Here are some of the benefits of clarifying job responsibilities:<\/span><\/h2>\n

1. Greater job satisfaction<\/h3>\n

One study<\/a> on analysts demonstrated significantly higher levels of job satisfaction in employees who had a good understanding of their role, their responsibilities, and how these fit into the organization\u2019s mission and success. Having your boss clarify your job responsibilities could help you align with your organization and be satisfied with your performance and contributions.<\/p>\n

2. Lower turnover rates<\/h3>\n

Employees who clearly understand their responsibilities are likely to stay in a role for longer. Turnover costs an organization resources such as time, money, and labor. Clarifying your position with your boss will ensure that you know exactly what is expected of you, and that there won\u2019t be any misaligned expectations.<\/p>\n

3. Role clarity correlates to innovative behavior at work.<\/h3>\n

Innovation is crucial for success in the modern workplace, so it\u2019s pretty essential employees feel inspired and encouraged. While it may seem intuitive that having flexible job roles may encourage employees to innovate, it\u2019s actually the opposite. One study found a direct positive impact on innovative behavior when employees had a good understanding of their role at work.<\/p>\n

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4. Less time wasted<\/h3>\n

When employees are unclear about their roles, they waste time in confusion and procrastination rather than executing the tasks<\/a> they should be doing. There\u2019s nothing worse than spending your day trying to figure out what you should do next. Time trickles on as you stare at the clock hoping for something to fall in your lap. Role clarity from your boss can help you navigate your workday, making you feel productive and accomplished.<\/p>\n

5. Higher level of engagement<\/h3>\n

When you have a clear understanding of your role and what is expected of you in your position, it is much more likely that you will have a high level of engagement at your organization<\/a>. Employees who understand their place are more involved and are active contributors. As a result, they contribute to a better functioning company culture and healthy workplace.<\/p>\n

Now for the hard part – how do we get our boss to clarify our job responsibilities?<\/p>\n

This can be a touchy subject to bring up for many, especially when you\u2019ve been working at your job for a while. You don\u2019t want to sound like you\u2019ve been wasting the organization\u2019s time, or that you haven\u2019t been up to much. Breaching the subject crudely can risk coming across as saying \u2018what is it I\u2019m being paid to do again?\u2019; not something you want your boss to hear! As with many things at the workplace, a degree of formality and preparation is required.<\/p>\n

<\/span>To get your boss to clarify your job responsibilities, follow these steps:<\/span><\/h2>\n

1. Review your job description<\/h3>\n

First things first – take a look at your original job description. Make a list of the tasks you\u2019re regularly doing and see where they match up with the job description. Ask yourself some hard questions such as:<\/p>\n