Introduction to blogging

Slide 1: Professional Expectations and Behavior • A professional: – Is some one who acts in accordance with the integrity and prestige of their profession. – Gains a broad perspective – Treats others respectfully

Slide 2: Characteristics of a professional • A professional maintains responsible control of work habits and environment. – Self – Space – Relationships – Duties

Slide 3: Characteristics of a professional Promptness – Respecting others time and using your effectively.

Slide 4: Characteristics of a professional • Order – Neatness and cleanliness indicate better control of ones environment

Slide 5: Characteristics of a professional • Preparation – “maybe the reason you’ve never seen her respond to an emergency is because there are none on her watch.”

Slide 6: Characteristics of a professional • Appropriate Appearance – You act like you dress, and you dress like you think. – Appearance influences actions and reflects attitude. – “Outward appearance usually indicates inward tendencies.”

Slide 7: Characteristics of a professional • Safety – A mindset more than specific actions.

Slide 8: Characteristics of a professional • Proper and considerate speech – Casual conversation, jokes, as well as formal presentations

Slide 9: Characteristics of a professional • Integrity and honesty – “The surest way to live with honor in the world is to be in reality what you appear to be.” » Socrates

Slide 10: Benefits of Professional Behavior • Reputation • Trust • Able to represent the group (leadership) • Treats others, and is treated respectfully