Professionalism Basics
What does being professional mean?
Having specialized knowledge, keeping skills up to date, and demonstrating competency.
Name a behavior that demonstrates good communication.
Active listening or respectful language.
What is one benefit of effective time management?
More productive days, Feeling less stressed, Feeling more positive about accomplishments
What are values?
Beliefs and principles that you think are important in how you live and work.
What does accountability mean in a professional setting?
Taking full responsibility for your actions and words.
Name one characteristic of a professional.
Reliability, honesty, accountability, or self-regulation.
What is the sender-receiver communication model?
It involves the person sending a message, the person interpreting it, feedback, and the channel used.
Name a common distraction that can take away from the limited time in a day.
Social media, phone, emails, or video games.
How do values influence decision-making?
They help you decide what job to pursue, whether to accept a promotion, or how to handle situations.
Why is it important to admit mistakes at work?
To maintain trust, learn from errors, and improve.
Why is punctuality important in a professional setting?
Because professionals respect others' time by arriving on time and meeting deadlines.
Why should communication be clear and concise in a professional context?
To ensure the message is understood and relevant to the receiver.
Why is prioritizing tasks important?
It ensures there is enough time to complete important tasks.
When do you feel unhappy regarding your values?
When your actions don’t align with your personal beliefs and principles.
How should a professional handle a bad day to maintain professionalism?
They should regulate their emotions and not let a bad day affect how they treat colleagues and clients.
What is the difference between professionalism and being professional?
Professionalism is a way of being—behavior, attitude, and conduct—while being professional refers to how you act in a job or situation.
What are the four communication styles?
Aggressive, passive, passive-aggressive, and assertive.
What is the Pomodoro Technique?
The study method using 25-minute study sessions followed by 5-minute breaks.
Why is it important to acknowledge your values?
To make decisions that honor them and make life easier.
What is one way to show self-regulation in the workplace?
Remaining calm when challenged or upset.
How can professionalism be learned?
Through observing others, personal experience, and understanding appropriate behaviors in different situations.
Name one professional tip for oral communication.
Enunciate, project your voice, or avoid judgments.
Procrastination is delaying or postponing tasks. Describe its impact on long-term time management and suggest two strategies to overcome it?
Procrastination leads to rushed work, missed deadlines, increased stress, and reduced productivity, which can negatively affect long-term time management.
Mrs. Macon will judge your strategy.
How can understanding your values improve your professionalism?
It helps you act consistently with principles that guide ethical and effective behavior.
How does exuding emotional intelligence contribute to professionalism?
It helps manage your emotions, understand others, and respond appropriately in various situations.