109. Avoid These Common Mistakes When Creating Job Titles

Job titles are not mere formalities; they're vital for defining roles and responsibilities within your business. They provide clarity for your team and play a significant role in shaping how your employees are perceived, both inside and outside your organization.

A well-crafted job title aligns with your company values and culture, making it an essential branding tool. Many companies take this as an opportunity to create overly creative or vague titles; I'll share why you should avoid this and how you can create clear titles instead!

We're also diving into how to consider titles when making your first hires. You want to consider the job levels and responsibilities in your business now and in the future. Do you need a junior team member or a lead-level role? Understanding these distinctions is crucial for building a cohesive team, and I'm here to share a sound structure you can start with!

Lastly, I share why you don't want to wait too long to revisit job titles and descriptions as your business evolves. Adjustments are necessary to keep your team functioning effectively and ensure everyone is in a role that reflects their contributions.

What you'll hear in this episode:

[3:25] Why is a job title so important?

[6:55] How to determine the levels of roles you may have in your company.

[10:50] What is a lead-level role?

[14:40] How to figure out which job titles to use.

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