[Verse 1]
When you send reports up to the top
Do you just list what you did and stop?
That's output thinking, tasks complete
But outcomes show the business beat
Instead of "ran fifty compliance checks today"
Try "reduced risk exposure" is the better way
[Chorus]
Make it visible, make it clear
Show the value that you bring here
Outcomes over outputs, that's the key
Business language sets you free
Proactive voice, don't wait to be asked
Strategic thinking is your task
[Verse 2]
How often do you reach out first?
Don't let communication burst
Only when they call your name
That's a losing leadership game
Set a rhythm, weekly or monthly too
Let them know what's coming through
[Chorus]
Make it visible, make it clear
Show the value that you bring here
Outcomes over outputs, that's the key
Business language sets you free
Proactive voice, don't wait to be asked
Strategic thinking is your task
[Bridge]
Take that jargon that you say
"Regulatory framework compliance audit"
Flip it to the business way
"We're protected from legal problems"
Simple words that leaders know
Help your contributions grow
[Verse 3]
Look back at your last three sends
Were they outputs or means to ends?
"Completed training" versus "team's prepared"
"Filed reports" or "we're risk-aware"
The difference is the business case
Outcomes put you in the right space
[Chorus]
Make it visible, make it clear
Show the value that you bring here
Outcomes over outputs, that's the key
Business language sets you free
Proactive voice, don't wait to be asked
Strategic thinking is your task
[Outro]
Three questions guide your way
What outcomes did you really say?
When did you last reach out first?
What jargon needs a business burst?