admin In the global working scenario, your professionalism encompasses the way you bring yourself to work, your mind-set and the ways you speak with others. Being professional can make certain a superb first long lasting impact, a successful interpersonal relationship and a long-lasting recognition within your enterprise, company or institution. Professionalism is defined as someone’s conduct, behaviour, and attitude in a job or business setting. To display the important abilities and characteristics of a professional, one does not need to work in a certain profession. Workplace success, a strong professional reputation, and a high level of work ethic and competence are all results of professionalism. Professionalism develops a respectful culture, which should result in proper conflict resolution. Professional employees are more likely to recognise boundaries and resolve small difficulties in a timely and respectful manner.
Necessary Social Skills Required at Work Place:
“People skills” or “social skills” are other terms for interpersonal abilities. Because humans are social beings, interacting and socialising with other people is either a necessity or an obligation. There are times when one human requires the assistance of another; emotional support, knowledge sharing, collaboration, and coordination are just a few examples Professionalism in its genuine meaning can only be modelled by those who learn to worship their work. It’s important to remember that professionalism isn’t only about talking the talk; it’s also about walking the walk. And, at all times, professionalism entails upholding high standards of dedication, conduct, practise, and resolve.
The buzzword is “communication.”- your rival business opponents or colleagues is essential, and the single game-changing ingredient is effective communication with employees, colleagues, and anybody else who is a member of the firm. Your demeanour should exude confidence, but not to the point of backbiting or arrogance. Everyone must be treated with the highest respect, and you must be responsible for your actions and mistakes.
What is the significance of having a professional attitude?
Employees who have a professional attitude and appearance at work are more likely to take pride in their work and perform better. Managers who act professionally set a good example for their employees by encouraging them to act in a way that promotes corporate success.
What is the significance of a professional image?
A professional image can have a big impact on your job and interactions with others. Your professional image has an impact on not just how people react to and interact with you, but also on your self-esteem and performance.
Why Professionalism Is Essential in The Workplace?
When professionalism is valued in an organization’s culture, the vast majority of employees will act in the same way. Respect for them will automatically increase. The reputation of the company will improve. Conflicts will be reduced.
Professionalism Results in Workplace Appreciation:
At all levels of a firm, demonstrating professionalism is critical. Professionalism may help a company’s reputation, morale, and profitability. Professionalism is required of everyone, not only those in positions of authority. To be considered for career promotion, recognition, and to show colleagues their helpful and team-player side, everyone should demonstrate the competence of professionalism. Professionalism will go a long way toward ensuring your personal professional success as well as the company’s success. It will also be considered when evaluating candidates for possible promotions.
Practicing Professionalism will lead to:
Now that you understand why professionalism is vital, how do you go about doing it? How do you show that you’re a professional?
This can be demonstrated through proper, job-focused, team-oriented interactions and a good attitude. You want to treat everyone with respect and be open to and tolerant of criticism. Can you keep your emotions in check when something irritates you? Do you walk out of a meeting if a decision is made with which you disagree? When you’re under pressure, how do you act? Are you obnoxious to others? Avoid a shabby appearance, inappropriate language/tone of voice, missing deadlines, a lack of desire or care, blaming others, violating privacy, and failing to meet your obligations. Showing your pride in the firm and your work, as well as your capacity to be non-judgmental, self-control, and maturity, will demonstrate to the rest of the world that you are a true professional. You may begin establishing high standards and proper working relationships right now.
Being professional at work will always work to your advantage and will only benefit you. It has the potential to set you apart from the rest of your coworkers and make it easier for you to climb the professional ladder, which many others find tough.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR –
Dr. Neha Jain is an enthusiastic academician for almost two decades now. Currently, she is working as Professor-Dept. of English in Presidency University, Bangalore. She is Prolific writer, outstanding editor, freelancer, motivational speaker, etc. who is eager to contribute to team’s success through determination and hard work, with giving attention to detail with her excellent organizational skills.
Her book titled, ’CISF-The Force of the Future’, which was released by the Hon. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modiji along with General V.K. Singh-Cabinet Minister, on 10th March 2019, in Delhi.
She is skilled at bringing about challenging & innovative teaching/learning atmosphere, which empowers the active learner; contributed a high-quality student experience, through a comprehensive network of student support and guidance services. She demonstrates Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills with proven capabilities in team management and stakeholder relationship management. Visionary in contributing to college in activities related to the instruction, evaluation and placement of students through admission, review, individualized education program process. Dr, Neha has rich exposure in collaborating with academic boards, assisting with public relations, coordinating examinations and admissions, supervising curriculum and instruction, holding faculty meetings, organizing educational conferences and teacher training workshops. Expert in maintaining excellent relations with the state run academic governing bodies for availing sanctions and approvals for successful delivery of academic programmes. Developed subject and grade leaders to advance oversight and improve instruction
Currently, she is working as Professor-Dept. of English in Presidency University, Bangalore. Having clear understanding of set goals and time management skills helps to deliver best outcomes. Holds an excellent reputation in exhibiting great leadership skills. She is a Result oriented professional with proven career in conceiving and implementing effective strategies that can add value to the institution, through rich experience, creativity and innovation excellence. She has been recognized consistently in the realm of education for delivering excellent performance, along with contributions to academics
Education & Credentials:
>> Ph.D. (English) from Barkatullah University, Bhopal
>> M.A. in English Literature from Barkatullah University, Bhopal
>> NOCN-UK- Certificate in Collaboration with World Confederation of Productivity Science Institute of Productivity, United Kingdom
>> MBA (H.R.) from Karnataka State Open University, Mysore
>> PGDMCJ from Karnataka State Open University, Mysore
>> M.Phil. in English Literature from Sri Venkateshwara University, Tirupati
>> Bachelor of Arts from Barkatullah University, Bhopal
>> Intermediate- CBSE-St. Joseph ‘s Convent School, Bhopal (M.P.)
>> Matriculation- CBSE-St. Joseph ‘s Convent School, Bhopal (M.P.)
>> Completed International Advanced 280 hours Diploma in TEFL/TESOL in Young Learners Teacher’s Training Specialization+ Business English teachers Training Program from Asian College of Teachers, Bangalore, India-October 2021.
>> TEFL/TESOL COURSE from TESOL BOARD CANADA-2022
Accomplishments & Awards:
>> Edited book titled, ’CISF-The Force of the Future’, which was released by the Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modiji, on 10th March 2019 in Delhi with ISBN: No:978-81-7506-037–got the opportunity to meet General V.K. Singh-cabinet minister too.
>> Conferred with GMRAF WOMEN EDUCATIONIST EXCELLENCE AWARDS, held on 13th March, 2021, felicitated by Shri Dr. Kalanidhi Veeraswamy, Member of Parliament, Chennai, for the prestigious GMRAF (Global Multidisciplinary Research & Academic Foundation) Academic Excellence Awards 2021.Contributed a chapter in it this as well. https://photos.app.goo.gl/U2MuLzQNZZXaVs886
>> Conferred with the Academic Excellence Awards-2021 for “Best Contributor in Higher Education” organized by IARDO & All India Council for Productive Education Research & Training-AICPERT on 13th February,2021
>> Awarded with the “Inspirational Woman Award 2020 for Academic Leadership”, on 11th October, 2020 by IARDO & SNDT University, Mumbai
>> Awarded as “The Best Educator” in the Indo –Thai Academic Award-2019- on 21st, September-2019, organized by International Association of Research and Developed Organization-held at Kasetsart University, Chatuchak, Bangkok, Thailand
Nominated Memberships:
>> Nominated approved Guide/Supervisor to supervise the Ph.D. Scholars (English) by the Lincoln University, Malaysia. (July 2020 onwards)
>> Nominated as an Expert Member by the Nagpur University, for conducting their interviews for faculty promotion & appointment (CAS) March 2019-onwards
>> Nominated as the Editorial Board Member of International Journal of Commerce and Management Studies Journal (IJCAMS) from 8th June, 2019 onwards, ISSN-2456-3684- Indexing-Google Scholar, arXiv.org, Mendeley, etc.
International Invitations for Workshop as Keynote Speaker & Trainer:
>> Conducted an International Workshop as an invited Keynote Speaker Trainer for Indonesian Teachers of Kalimantan Selaten Province-Indonesia from 2nd-4th November,2020 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oyhPS-d-FE7zID1gbcQWCFBMJI7nBbZ9/view?usp=sharing
>> Delivered a Keynote Speech on 29th March, 2021 in an International Conference organized by Sambharam Group of Institutions Bengaluru in collaboration with IARDO. https://photos.app.goo.gl/L9wcLEYEftTAKgmi8
>> Conducted Seven FDPs & Workshops for various Indian Institutions as well
>> Delivered a Keynote Speech on 21st October 2021 in an AICTE sponsored International Conference organized by Thirumala College of Engineering on Technological Emerging Challenges in Computer Science and Engineering
>> Delivered a Keynote address on 26th-27th November,2021 In J.S. University Shikohabad, U.P.in an International Conference on Multidisciplinary Research and Innovative Practices.
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