Professionalism

Compiled By: Mangesh D. Bhujbal

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What is Professionalism?

Are you Professional?

Agenda Agenda

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Before that let’s start with Profession…

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What we mean by professionalism?

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Pitfalls in professionalism

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What Companies Want From An Employee?

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•Positive Attitude toward Work

•Proficiency in Field of Study

•Communication Skills (oral & written)

•Interpersonal Skills

•Confidence

What Companies Want From An Employee?

What Companies Want From An Employee?

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•Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Skills

•Flexibility

•Self-motivation

•Leadership

•Teamwork

What Companies Want From An Employee?

What Companies Want From An Employee?

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Seven core values that comprise professionalism

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1. Accountability

Accountability is active acceptance of theresponsibility for the obligations.

Seven core values that comprise professionalism

Seven core values that comprise professionalism

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2. Altruism

Altruism is the primary regard for ordevotion to the interest of clients.

Seven core values that comprise professionalism

Seven core values that comprise professionalism

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3. Compassion/Caring

Compassion is the desire to identify with or sensesomething of another’s experience, a precursor ofcaring. Caring is the concern, empathy, andconsideration for the needs and values of others.

Seven core values that comprise professionalism

Seven core values that comprise professionalism

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4. Excellence

Excellence is practice that consistently uses currentknowledge and theory while understanding

personallimits, integrates judgment, and works towarddevelopment of new knowledge.

Seven core values that comprise professionalism

Seven core values that comprise professionalism

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5. Integrity

Integrity is the possession of andsteadfast adherence to high ethicalprinciples or professional standards.

Seven core values that comprise professionalism

Seven core values that comprise professionalism

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6. Professional Duty

Professional duty is the commitment tomeeting one’s obligations to serve theprofession.

Seven core values that comprise professionalism

Seven core values that comprise professionalism

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7. Social Responsibility

Social responsibility is the promotion ofa mutual trust between the profession andthe larger public that necessitatesresponding to societal needs.

Seven core values that comprise professionalism

Seven core values that comprise professionalism

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Small test, if you think that you are a “professional” ask the following questions to yourself:

•Do you live up to your commitments?

•How do you behave with others; your sub-ordinates, peers; seniors; friends; internal or external customers?

•What's your integrity level?

•Do you truly have all the skills required to be successful at your job?

•Does you and your place, work place or house, is properly organized?

True answers to all above mentioned questions would let you know, if you are a “professional” or not.

Test

Test

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Tips for approaching towards Professionalism

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1st Impressions are SIGNIFICANT

How long does it take to get a first impression of someone?

SECONDS

Tips

Tips

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Listen to and respect others

“God gave you two ears and one mouth. Use them proportionately!”

-- Anonymous

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Tips

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Seek a mentor in the workplace

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Tips

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First do it, and then expect to be done.

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Don’t overreact

Don’t become defensive or sarcastic if you feel targeted.

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Take time to build trust and develop working relationships.

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Learn the organization structure, understand business and personal needs, and learn to build consensus before trying to push your own agenda.

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Learn and follow Business Etiquette

•Email

•Telephone

•Cell Phones

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Tips

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Possible Failure

So What

It isn’t the end of the world.

Give it your best shot!!

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Tips

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Share Your Experience !!

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Conclusion:

Professionalism is not a punishment, it is not an attempt to restrict your freedom but it is a discipline.

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Thank You