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Professionalism and Career Networking

Professionalism and Career Networking. Authors: Susan S. Stratton Leading Edge Mentoring Dorothy I. Mitstifer Kappa Omicron Nu. Characteristics of a Profession. Value Orientation to Service for the Welfare of Society. Abstract Knowledge Used, Adaptably & Skillfully ,

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Professionalism and Career Networking

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  1. Professionalism andCareer Networking Authors: Susan S. Stratton Leading Edge Mentoring Dorothy I. Mitstifer Kappa Omicron Nu

  2. Characteristics of a Profession Value Orientationto Service for the Welfare of Society Abstract Knowledge Used, Adaptably & Skillfully, In the Area of Service Autonomy in Decision-Making & Action Relative to Service

  3. Six Characteristics of Professional Style Ethical Altruistic Responsible Theoretical Committed Intellectual Competence is a Given!

  4. Deals honestly with others Maintains confidentiality regarding professional matters. Recognizes professional biases and bases attitude and action upon a sound rationale. Believes that others recognize the stature of a professional. Does not misrepresent personal qualifications. Faces self honestly. Ethical Style

  5. Behaves unselfishly Devotes practice to the interests of others. Demonstrates motives for professional practice that are NOT selfish Shows respect for others. Shows positive attitude toward co-workers, children, adults, and community members. Altruistic Style True North

  6. Promises only what can be delivered. Follows through on commitments. Delivers on time. Says “no” without guilt. Is accountable for own actions. Supports the basic tenets of the profession. Develops a philosophy and sound rationale for professional practice. Thinks before reacting. Foresees possible outcomes of professional actions. Makes decisions based on possibilities. Considers the best interest of the client. Evaluates his/her professional practice. Confronts discrepancies between intentions and actions. Assesses own contribution realistically. Responsible Style

  7. Theoretical Style • Practices critical thinking. • Contributes to knowledge base. • Shows appreciation for scholarship, research and theory. • Presents the theoretical foundation of ideas and actions. • Evaluates own professional practice in light of new conditions and knowledge.

  8. Committed Style • Spends time beyond the call of duty. • Belongs to and takes an active part in professional organizations. • Identifies with the profession both when it is praised and criticized. • Articulates the profession’sphilosophy and practiceto the public.

  9. Reads current journals. Keep abreast of technical advances. Reads about own and related professions and specialties. Interacts with colleagues to gain new perspectives. Participates in conferences. Enrolls in courses regularly. Strives toward self-improvement. Develops performance skills. Intellectual Style

  10. Achieving Professionalism • Exhibit the three characteristics of a profession. • Participate in a unified professional membership. • A professional will pay dues out of their own pocket to organizations for the privilege of being a practicing professional. • A professional organization is the cooperative agency through which the profession is advanced. • Identify and eliminate anti-professional developments • Political activism and increased visibility asprofessionals will be required to create andsustain positive professional advancement.

  11. Stages of Development of a Professional Pre-Professional Applier Analyst Integrator Meszaros & Braun, 1980

  12. Reflection & Action Planning • What have I learned that I can put to immediate use? • What do I want to do in the future to improve my professional style? • Notice your own actions and those of others that exhibit that element of, or lack of, professionalism. • Carefully evaluate your own actions and how they relate to your internal beliefs and assumptions. • Challenge whether the belief or assumption is valid. • Create an action plan to work on bringing more coherence between actions and beliefs, creating greater integrity and authenticity.

  13. Optional Follow-up Activity • Make an appointment with a professional to learn more about the career you seek. • What are the satisfactions you derive from your practice? • How have you sought to increase your effectiveness as a professional? • Can you describe an ethical problem that you have faced? How have you dealt with it? • What advice do you have for me to ensure my development as a professional? • Share your findings at a follow-up chapter meeting. • Share the responses to the interview questions. • What was the most important thing you learned? • As a group, summarize the feedback and write an article for the Kappa Omicron Nu Chapter Newsletter.

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