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Create job stories using the 'When [situation], I want to [motivation], so I can [outcome]' format with detailed acceptance criteria. Use when writing job stories, creating JTBD-style backlog items, or expressing user situations and motivations.

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# Job Stories Create job stories using the 'When [situation], I want to [motivation], so I can [outcome]' format. Generates stories with detailed acceptance criteria focused on user situations and outcomes. **Use when:** Writing job stories, expressing user situations and motivations, creating JTBD-style backlog items, or focusing on user context rather than roles. **Arguments:** - `$PRODUCT`: The product or system name - `$FEATURE`: The new feature to break into job stories - `$DESIGN`: Link to design files (Figma, Miro, etc.) - `$CONTEXT`: User situations or job scenarios ## Step-by-Step Process 1. **Identify user situations** that trigger the need 2. **Define motivations** underlying the user's behavior 3. **Clarify outcomes** the user wants to achieve 4. **Apply JTBD framework:** Focus on the job, not the role 5. **Create acceptance criteria** that validate the outcome is achieved 6. **Use observable, measurable language** 7. **Link to design mockups** or prototypes 8. **Output job stories** with detailed acceptance criteria ## Story Template **Title:** [Job outcome or result] **Description:** When [situation], I want to [motivation], so I can [outcome]. **Design:** [Link to design files] **Acceptance Criteria:** 1. [Situation is properly recognized] 2. [System enables the desired motivation] 3. [Progress or feedback is visible] 4. [Outcome is achieved efficiently] 5. [Edge cases are handled gracefully] 6. [Integration and notifications work] ## Example Job Sto...

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