Professionalism

1. Professionalism
Warm up:
Answer the question below. Write at least two
complete sentences.
What is a professional?

2. Professionalism
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(c) Knowledge and skills
(9) The student develops employability
characteristics. The student is expected to:
(B) identify and demonstrate positive work
behaviors and personal qualities needed to be
employable;

3. Professionalism
As today’s labor market becomes more and
more competitive, jobseekers will need to
continually find ways to stand out from the
crowd.

4. Professionalism:
• What it is
• Why it matters
• How can you be professional in your
day-to-day roles as a student and
future employee or business owner
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6. Defining Professionalism
• Merriam-Webster dictionary defines
professionalism as “the conduct, aims, or
qualities that characterize or mark a
profession or a professional person.”:
• It defines a profession as “a calling requiring
specialized knowledge and often long and
intensive academic preparation.”

7. Defining Professionalism
• BusinessDictionary.com defines
professionalism as “the level of excellence or
competence that is expected of a
professional.”

8. Overview
• So, what are the attributes of a
professional?
Knowledge
Accountability
Competency
Self-
Regulation
Honesty
Image
Specialized
Integrity

9. Attributes of Professionalism
• Specialized Knowledge
• Competency
• Honesty and Integrity
• Accountability
• Self-Regulation
• Image

10. Specialized Knowledge
Professionals make a deep personal
commitment to develop and improve
their skills.
• Doctor, Pilot, Lawyer
• Plumber, Automotive Mechanic,
Electrician

11. Competency
• Professionals get the job done.
• Professionals are reliable.
• Professionals keep their promises.
• Professionals don’t make excuses, but
focus on finding solutions.

12. Honesty and Integrity
• Professionals don’t lie, cheat, or steal.
• Professionals can be trusted.
• Professionals don’t compromise their
values.
• Professionals will do the right thing
even if it means taking a harder road.

13. Accountability
• Professionals hold themselves
accountable for their thoughts, words,
and actions – especially when they’ve
made a mistake.
• Accountability is closely tied to honesty
and integrity and is a vital element in
professionalism.

14. Self-Regulation
• Professionalism under pressure.
• Professionals show respect for the
people around them, no matter what
their role or situation.
• They exhibit a high degree of emotional
intelligence by considering the
emotions and needs of others.

15. Image
• Professionals look the part.
• They don’t show up at work sloppily
dressed, with unkempt hair.
• They’re polished, and they dress
appropriately for the situation.
• Because of this, they exude an air of
confidence and they gain respect for this.

16. Key Points
• Professionalism is a trait that’s highly valued in the
workforce. It has many attributes, including:
− Specialized Knowledge
− Competency
− Honesty and integrity
− Respect
− Accountability
− Self-regulation
− Image
• To improve your own professionalism, focus on
improving in each of these areas.
Average total compensation
for a Fortune 500 CEO as
of the 2012 Fortune survey
was $10.5 million.

17. Key Points
• You can also exude professionalism by being kind
and polite to everyone, presenting a professional
image in your attitude and dress, and showing up for
school (and work) fully prepared.
• At school, follow the Standards for Student Conduct
at all times.

18. Standards for Student Conduct
• Demonstrate courtesy, even when others do not.
• Behave in a responsible manner, always exercising
self-discipline.
• Attend all classes, regularly and on time.
• Prepare for each class, take appropriate materials
and assignments to class.
• Meet district and campus standards of grooming and
dress.
• Obey all campus and classroom rules.

19. Standards for Student Conduct
• Respect the rights and privileges of students,
teachers, and other district staff and volunteers.
• Respect the property of others, including district
property and facilities.
• Cooperate with and assist the school staff in
maintaining safety, order, and discipline.
• Adhere to the requirements of the Student Code of
Conduct.

20. Professionalism and the
Standards for Student Conduct
• Using the attributes of a professional, match the
professional attributes with the corresponding
standards for student conduct.
− Specialized Knowledge
− Competency
− Honesty and integrity
− Respect
− Accountability
− Self-regulation
− Image