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Which action is recommended to maintain integrity?
Which action is recommended to maintain integrity?
What kind of agenda generally inspires the greatest trust?
What kind of agenda generally inspires the greatest trust?
What is a suggested method to enhance your capabilities?
What is a suggested method to enhance your capabilities?
Which statement reflects how to improve results?
Which statement reflects how to improve results?
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What does examining and refining your motives help with?
What does examining and refining your motives help with?
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What does self-control primarily enable a person to do?
What does self-control primarily enable a person to do?
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Which term is synonymous with the ability to exert self-control?
Which term is synonymous with the ability to exert self-control?
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How does self-assessment aid an individual in personal development?
How does self-assessment aid an individual in personal development?
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Which of the following best describes self-reflection?
Which of the following best describes self-reflection?
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What is the outcome of effective self-control in relation to achievement?
What is the outcome of effective self-control in relation to achievement?
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Which process directly follows self-reflection in the sequence of self-improvement?
Which process directly follows self-reflection in the sequence of self-improvement?
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Why is self-assessment considered a building block for goal setting?
Why is self-assessment considered a building block for goal setting?
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What does self-correction primarily involve?
What does self-correction primarily involve?
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Which of the following best exemplifies professionalism?
Which of the following best exemplifies professionalism?
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Empathy involves the ability to:
Empathy involves the ability to:
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What is a key characteristic of self-belief?
What is a key characteristic of self-belief?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of professionalism?
Which of the following is NOT a component of professionalism?
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How should tasks be approached to maintain quality?
How should tasks be approached to maintain quality?
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What does it mean to have self-respect and self-management?
What does it mean to have self-respect and self-management?
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Which best describes state-of-the-art expertise in professionalism?
Which best describes state-of-the-art expertise in professionalism?
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What is important for processes and procedures in a professional context?
What is important for processes and procedures in a professional context?
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What is essential for initiating change within an organization?
What is essential for initiating change within an organization?
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What is the first action to consider for managing impressions in the physical world?
What is the first action to consider for managing impressions in the physical world?
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Which strategy is suggested for managing online impressions?
Which strategy is suggested for managing online impressions?
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What is a key practice for maintaining effective relationships?
What is a key practice for maintaining effective relationships?
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What time management practice is recommended for effective personal organization?
What time management practice is recommended for effective personal organization?
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How long does it take to make a first impression according to the content?
How long does it take to make a first impression according to the content?
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What is a recommended behavior for managing physical impressions during an interaction?
What is a recommended behavior for managing physical impressions during an interaction?
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What is the importance of monitoring how your time is being spent?
What is the importance of monitoring how your time is being spent?
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Which of the following is NOT a suggested practice for professional digital communication?
Which of the following is NOT a suggested practice for professional digital communication?
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What should you do if you are falling behind schedule with your tasks?
What should you do if you are falling behind schedule with your tasks?
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What contributes to a professional's reputation for competence and expertise?
What contributes to a professional's reputation for competence and expertise?
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Which action is NOT aligned with professional integrity?
Which action is NOT aligned with professional integrity?
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What is a key aspect of continual improvement in a professional setting?
What is a key aspect of continual improvement in a professional setting?
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Which of the following behaviors is essential for building trust according to Covey's speed of trust?
Which of the following behaviors is essential for building trust according to Covey's speed of trust?
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Which characteristic is NOT a golden rule of professionalism?
Which characteristic is NOT a golden rule of professionalism?
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How is true professionalism beneficial for an individual's career?
How is true professionalism beneficial for an individual's career?
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What does it mean to be adaptable in a professional context?
What does it mean to be adaptable in a professional context?
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Which statement best reflects the concept of accountability?
Which statement best reflects the concept of accountability?
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What is a common misconception about professional competence?
What is a common misconception about professional competence?
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Which of the following is essential for continual professional development?
Which of the following is essential for continual professional development?
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Study Notes
Professionalism
- Professionalism encompasses dedication, focus, and total commitment to the quality of tasks.
- Self-control involves subduing impulses to achieve long-term goals. It involves planning, evaluating alternative actions, and avoiding actions leading to later regret.
- Self-reflection/self-awareness is the capacity of humans to introspect and to learn about their inherent nature, purpose, and essence.
- Self-assessment/self-evaluation is crucial for setting goals and making positive changes. It's not just about identifying areas for improvement but also affirming areas of strength.
- Self-correction is the ability to fix or compensate for errors or weaknesses.
The Journey to Professionalism
- Choosing excellence in all actions is key.
- Learning from examples of professionalism around us is beneficial.
- Developing good character, attitudes, and behaviors is essential.
Empathy
- Understanding and experiencing the world through the perspective of others is crucial for professionalism.
- Anticipating how interactions might affect others is important.
- Demonstrating compassion and sympathy is positive but keeping expectations in line is essential.
Self-Belief
- Believing in one's abilities, without arrogance, fosters self-confidence.
- Acknowledging and learning from mistakes is vital to personal growth.
- Self-respect and self-management are important in maintaining personal well-being.
Quality
- Professionalism requires dedication and commitment to the quality of work, whether done independently or delegated.
- Factors like completeness, quality, cost, and time are important elements to consider.
- Using advanced expertise and high standards for performing work, combined with transparent records and measurable repeatable processes, are necessary for quality work.
Anyone at any Level
- Professionalism and excellence are achievable at all levels.
- Individuals can act as change agents within their organizations.
- Respect earned through professionalism can influence opportunities for promotion.
Managing Impressions (Real World)
- First impressions are important, lasting for about 7 seconds.
- Professional attire and appropriate behavior are essential for appropriate interactions.
- Making eye contact and maintaining a firm handshake is important for a professional impression.
- Maintaining energetic and articulate communication style is key.
- Minimizing the use of mobile phones and maintaining careful awareness of one's interactions are key.
Managing Impressions (Digital World)
- Online profiles must be consistent and well-presented.
- Communication through recorded messages (e.g. emails, voicemails) must be clear, concise and polite.
- Digital communication (e.g. photos, digital messages) should be carefully considered and well-thought-out.
Managing Relationships
- Manners are important for building and maintaining healthy relationships.
- Understanding the people around you and actively engaging stakeholders, seeking diverse opinions, and participating to improve effectiveness are helpful in maintaining good relationships.
- Positive relationships translate to better business outcomes.
Being Effective
- Strong time management skills, including setting aside time for self-reflection and thinking, are helpful.
- Establishing a to-do list, monitoring time management, and creating contingency plans for busy periods are helpful.
- Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, through breaks, adequate sleep, and hydration, is beneficial.
- Keeping workspaces organized and clear is imperative.
Competence and Expertise
- Professional reputation hinges on demonstrating competence and expertise, providing evidence in formal and informal ways, and proactively sharing expertise with others.
- Adaptability and pragmatic problem-solving skills are valuable.
- Being flexible to creative and varied problem-solving methods to achieve results is critical.
Continuous Improvement
- Continuous investment in personal development is crucial, including seeking assistance, attending training sessions, learning from mistakes, building knowledge, finding mentors.
- This leads to better judgment.
Guaranteed Results
- Professionalism leads to recognition, positive career development paths, valuable opportunities.
- Individuals feel a sense of accomplishment and pride in their work.
- Positive contributions and impact lead to confidence, self-esteem and significance.
Professionalism Golden Rules
- Strive for excellence.
- Be trustworthy and accountable.
- Demonstrate courteous, honest, and transparent behavior.
- Act ethically and honorably.
- Respect others.
- Respect confidentiality.
- Be a positive role model.
Covey's Speed of Trust
- 13 behaviors to boost trust, focused on competence and character (integrity and intent).
Integrity
- Integrity includes honesty, congruence (walking the talk, being aligned), humility, and the courage to do what is right.
- Making and keeping commitments to oneself, standing for something, and being open are ways to increase integrity.
Intent
- Intent focuses on motive, agenda, and behavior.
- Genuine caring and seeking mutual benefit (win-win) are highly valued intentions.
- Understanding and expressing one's intent helps to enhance credibility and inspire trust.
- Acting in the best interest of others helps create a positive environment.
- Improving intent involves refining motives, declaring intent, and cultivating an abundance mindset (win-win relationships).
Capabilities
- Capabilities are talents, skills, knowledge, and abilities that enable high-quality performance.
- Learning with the intent to teach others enhances both individual and collective learning.
- Utilizing strengths, focusing on ongoing learning, and having a clear sense of direction for personal development increase capabilities.
Results
- Taking responsibility for results is vital, focusing on what's needed rather than just activities.
- Expecting to succeed for oneself and the benefit of others influences outcomes.
- Finishing projects/tasks leads to successful final results.
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This quiz explores the essential components of professionalism, including self-control, self-reflection, and self-assessment. It also covers the importance of empathy in understanding others and fostering professional relationships. Test your knowledge on how these elements contribute to personal and career success.
