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PRACTICE CAREER
PROFESSIONALISM
 PROFESSIONALISM
Professionalism is the conduct, behavior and attitude of
someone in a work or business environment. A person
doesn’t have to work in a specific profession to
demonstrate the important qualities and characteristics of
a professional. Professionalism leads to workplace success,
a strong professional reputation and a high level of work
ethic and excellence.
 SIX TRAITS OF PROFESSIONALISM
1. Professional Knowledge
It is the first and foremost attribute a professional must attain.
You may or may not have academic knowledge, but you have
to have some specialized knowledge to accomplish your job.
2. Proper demeanor
Your demeanor should be right in the workplace. A person’s
conduct and behavior is an essential factor anywhere he stays
and interacts with others. If a person’s behavior is good, then
everything becomes smooth and manageable for him. Anyone
don’t hesitate to extend helping hand towards him in case of
any difficulty.
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3. Competency and Reliability
Professionals are competent enough always to solve any kind
of problem within his arena. He keeps the promises and is
conscious about timeliness. Thus he becomes a reliable person
to the boss and also to the co-workers and customers.
4. Honesty and Integrity
It is one of the critical attributes that professionals must possess.
They should be honest, and they keep their words. They are
humble, and they respect others. Anything they do and the
way they do must not go against integrity.
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5. Positive Attitude
True professionals are always positive in attitude. A positive
attitude improves the team’s overall performance as it also
influences others to take everything easily. Being positive
doesn’t mean assessing a negative situation unrealistically.
6. Maintaining Poise
If a difficult situation arose, the professional should not lose his
poise. At first, he should understand the challenge, state the
case in a structured manner, and then try to way out a solution.
Instead of being excited and afraid, he thinks calmly and
handles the situation tactfully.
 Ways to Develop and Practice Professionalism
1. Be productive
Use your time productively at work. Focus on your job
responsibilities and avoid getting pulled into social media,
web browsing and phone activity while on the clock.
2. Develop a professional image
Project a professional presence and dress appropriately for
your industry and organization. A good rule of thumb is to
dress in the position you aspire to have.
 Ways to Develop and Practice Professionalism
3. Take the initiative
Ask for more projects to be given to you or think of
assignments that will meet your organization's goals. You
don’t want to be under-utilized.
4. Maintain effective work habits
Prioritize, plan and manage your assignments and projects.
Follow up and follow through with your supervisor and team
members.
 Ways to Develop and Practice Professionalism
5. Manage your time efficiently
Establish priorities, set goals and create action plans to
meet deadlines.
6. Demonstrate integrity
Be accountable for your work and actions while behaving
ethically at all times.
7. Provide excellence
Produce work and results that reflect a sense of pride and
professionalism, often exceeding expectations.
 Ways to Develop and Practice Professionalism
8. Be a problem-solver
When you run into problems and obstacles take the time to
brainstorm a few solutions and alternatives before you meet
with your supervisor.
9. Be resilient
Develop coping skills to manage setbacks and challenges with
a positive and constructive attitude.
10. Communicate effectively
Practice professional on-line, in person and interpersonal
communication skills.
 Ways to Develop and Practice Professionalism
11. Develop self-awareness
Learn to manage your emotions and gain awareness of
your emotional triggers so you can manage your reactions
positively and productively. Accept and reflect on
feedback to assist as you learn and grow.
12. Build relationships
Network with colleagues, customers and clients to build
professional cordial relationships, work on teams and
collaborate effectively.
Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Relationships
“Interpersonal" refers to relationships or actions that take place
between two or more people An interpersonal relationship is a
strong, deep, or close association or acquaintance between
two or more people that may range in duration from brief to
enduring. This association may be based on inference, love,
solidarity, regular business interactions, or some other type of
social commitment. Interpersonal relationships are formed in
the context of social, cultural and other influences. The context
can vary from family or kinship relations, friendship, and
marriage, relations with associates, work, clubs, neighborhoods,
and places of worship.
Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Relationships
“Intrapersonal" refers to things that go on exclusively within
one person. Intrapersonal activity leads to improved
interpersonal exchange. Taking accountability for
understanding the motivations, interpretations and
personal biases lends insight to how our perspectives and
perceptions color for the interactions.
REFERENCE:
Career and Professional Development: Retrieved from
https://career.vt.edu/develop/professionalism.html
Communications in the Workplace: Retrieved from
https://www.enotes.com/homework-help/what-is-the-
difference-between-interpersonal-and-269628
What are the six traits of professionalism?: Retrieved from
https://skilltypes.com/people-skills/the-six-traits-of-
professionalism/
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