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While I would argue that a job description is a great way of identifying potential skill sets required for a position, I do not believe that the work you do should be limited to its contents. After working for a startup for over a year and a half, I can confidently say that my current position is drastically different than the one portrayed during the interviewing process. Although the work I do is much different than highlighted in the job description, it is still expected that, given the circumstance, I am able to accomplish the same things. However, as an employee, I think job descriptions can be limiting. There are a plethora of needs in a company, some aren’t even recognized until someone takes charge of a situation. Therefore, as an employee, I want the freedom to go beyond my job description to add value. Likewise, I do not feel that an employer should limit their employees to their job description. It is often required that someone steps up or goes out of their comfort zone to achieve a goal and I believe it is appropriate for an employer to ask their employees to do more than listed on the job description. Although job description flexibility is essential, if an employer or employee is straying too far away from their initial job description, it is necessary that a new job description is formulated to ensure all parties are on the same page. This may also require training or development of skills to align with the new skill requirements.