Defining the Standard
This term refers to the NACE definition of acting with integrity and ethical behavior while maintaining the brand of your organization.
Professionalism
This is the most common professional platform for networking and maintaining a digital resume.
This term describes the choice to do the right thing even when no one is watching.
Integrity
This "non-verbal" professional skill involves maintaining a respectful posture and eye contact during a conversation.
Body Language
This is a three-letter acronym often used to describe a work environment that is flexible and allows working from home.
WFH
Professionalism is one of this many total NACE Career Readiness Competencies.
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When sending a professional email, you should always include this clear, concise line at the very top of a message.
Subject Line
If you make a mistake on a project, this professional action involves admitting the error and working toward a solution.
Taking Ownership
This is the ability to understand and manage your own emotions, as well as the emotions of those around you.
Emotional Intelligence
This modern concept encourages employees to bring their "whole selves" to work, emphasizing honesty and transparency.
Authenticity
This specific element of professionalism involves being present, prepared, and managing your time effectively.
Dependability or Reliability
This "out of office" feature is a professional courtesy used to manage expectations when you are away from your desk for an extended period of time.
Auto-Reply or OOO message
This is the practice of maintaining the privacy of sensitive company or client information.
Confidentiality
When receiving "constructive" this, a professional listens without becoming defensive and uses the information to improve.
Feedback
This professional habit involves turning your camera on and staying muted when not speaking during a virtual call.
True or False: NACE defines professionalism as applying only to your behavior while physically in the office.
False
In professional communication, you should avoid using these casual, pictorial icons often found in text messages.
Emojis
When a person's private interests interfere with their professional obligations, it is known as this.
Conflict of Interest
This term refers to the ability to bounce back from workplace challenges or setbacks.
This refers to the intentional practice of balancing professional duties with personal health and home life.
Work-Life Balance
This phrase describes the ability to "understand that one's actions reflect on the larger organization."
Individual and Community Accountability
This term refers to the "digital footprint," the permanent trail of data you leave on the internet that employers may screen.
Online Reputation
NACE suggests that a professional should be this type of "taker," meaning they are willing to step up and try new things for the sake of organizational growth.
Professional Risk-Taker
To be inclusive, a professional must recognize these -- the unconscious associations or stereotypes we all have.
Implicit Biases
This is the term for a professional's ability to work effectively with people from different backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.
Cultural Fluency