THC-3-Prof-Dev-Chapter-1 (1) PDF

UNIT 1 “Personality Development and Social Relations” Personality -persona, from greek word meaning “mask” - A mask is commonly known by human as a device used to disguise themselves from anybody whenever and...

UNIT 1 “Personality Development and Social Relations” Personality -persona, from greek word meaning “mask” - A mask is commonly known by human as a device used to disguise themselves from anybody whenever and wherever they go. Ferguson (1998). As the sum of such characteristics as they impress or tend to impress others. It is also an excellent or distinctive trait of character, sociability etc. - Personality refers to the unique set of characteristics, traits, behaviors, and patterns of thinking that define how an individual interacts with the world around them. It encompasses a person's emotional responses, attitudes, motivations, and overall approach to life. Personality is shaped by a combination of genetic factors, environmental influences, experiences, and social interactions. - In essence, personality is what makes a person unique and influences their behavior, relationships, and overall outlook on life. Professionalism - The skill, good judgment, and polite behavior that is expected from a person who is trained to do a job well. - Professionalism refers to the conduct, behavior, and attitude expected of individuals in a work or business environment. It involves consistently demonstrating qualities such as reliability, competence, respect, and integrity. A professional person adheres to ethical standards, communicates effectively, dresses appropriately, and takes responsibility for their actions. Professionalism also includes being punctual, maintaining a positive attitude, and striving for excellence in all tasks. It's about treating others with courtesy and respect, regardless of the situation, and contributing positively to the workplace culture. Overall, professionalism is about upholding the standards of your profession and earning the trust and respect of colleagues, clients, and others you interact with. Ethics - These are rules of behavior based on ideas about what is morally good and bad 1|Page  - Ethics refers to the principles and moral values that guide individuals and groups in determining what is right and wrong, good and bad, fair and unfair in various situations. Ethics is concerned with how people ought to behave, the decisions they should make, and how they should act toward others. It encompasses the rules and standards that govern how people should act in various situations, often shaped by societal norms, cultural beliefs, and personal values. Example of Ethics in Action: Scenario: Imagine you are working in a company, and you discover that a colleague is taking credit for work that you and another team member did. The ethical dilemma here involves deciding whether to confront the colleague, report the behavior to a supervisor, or let it go. - Ethical Decision: An ethical response would be to address the situation in a manner that is honest, fair, and respectful. You might choose to speak to your colleague privately to clarify the situation and ensure that credit is given where it is due. If the issue persists, you may need to bring it to the attention of a supervisor, focusing on honesty and fairness. - Ethics is important in all aspects of life, including personal conduct, professional behavior, and decision-making processes. It involves considering the impact of one's actions on others and making choices that are fair, just, and respectful. In professional settings, ethics often refers to the code of conduct or guidelines that professionals are expected to follow to ensure integrity, accountability, and respect for others. Development - The act of developing or state or condition of being developed. (Ferguson) - Is a progressive series of changes in the different aspects of personality, namely: physical, intellectual, character, temperament or emotional, social and spiritual aspects of man. Objectives of Personality Enhancement 1. Social Acceptance 2. Self-Satisfaction 3. Self-Confidence Agents in Developing Personality 1. Family. The basic unit of society is also the basic foundation of personality development. 2|Page  2. School. This is formalized agent of personality development which seels obedience from its members for individuals to achieve their goal of developing humans that possess a socially-approved knowledge, skills, values, attitudes and general orientations of the society. 3. Church. This is a different formalized agent of personality formation where the rules stipulated are not made by humans but by Divine Providence within which people are expected to abide. 4. Peer Group. this is a type of agent in the formation of personality where no specific rules are laid for the so-called enjoyment of its members. 5. Mass media. This is another influential agent in the formation of one’s personality through the use of some devices, such as television, radio, newspaper, magazines in the media, the person influenced by this agent will imitate. Aspects of Personality 1. Physical Aspect 2. Intellectual Aspect 3. Moral Aspect 4. Temperamental Aspect 5. Social Aspect 6. Spiritual Aspect The aspects of personality can be from heredity and environment. 3|Page Know yourself and others: Figure 1 Fig. 1 “Johari Window 4|Page