A job description lists all the actions required to fulfill the job, yet omits the sum of its parts – the one thing that, if done well, makes the job worthwhile.
For example, an Athletic Development Coach monitors GPS data, provides on-field conditioning, and delivers gym-based strength and conditioning sessions. The temptation is to continue to build the list – just one more thing.
An athlete develops when their GPS data improves, their strength scores go up, or their mileage increases. True. However, athletic development happens when the athlete believes in what they are doing and is committed to practice; that’s athletic development.