Reflective Essay On Professionalism

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Defining professionalism using the Webster dictionary is how I am going to begin this self -reflection essay. The definition states that professionalism is the competence or skill expected of a professional. The practicing of an activity, especially a sport, by professional rather than amateur players. Wow. That really broke it down for us, didn’t it? Professionalism, in my own mind, affecting my career would be a number of things that the dictionary just can’t spell out for me. First off, you are respected more. If you show professionalism and integrity in your line of work, people tend to trust you more. From being promoted, to being asked for by clients. You know, there is nothing more satisfying that having someone ask for you by name. …show more content…

More so than professionalism! Compassion can do so much. Lending someone your ear, giving a comforting word, helping them the best you can, sympathizing, encouraging, it can do so much. It can make someone believe in themselves, it can take away a hint of sadness for just a moment, it can make them feel cared for, and wanted. Compassion is a powerful tool to have at your disposal. However, it can be a great evil if it is ever accepted by the wrong person. Do I believe professionalism and compassion is all I need to be a great phlebotomist? Well, no, I also need knowledge of my profession. Haha. Professionalism and compassion are very large keys to a successful career. But it is not the only thing you will need. I once heard that you need grit to make it far. I should look for some of that on amazon because I already have the other two down. Anyway, to summarize it all. We are not perfect. But we can be respectful, professional, empathetic and compassionate people. I mean it doesn’t take much effort at all! You’ll be surprised how fast life turns around, and you start waking up with smiles on your face, eager to start the day because you know when you step into your place of business, and you get that patient that is having a bad day, you hold the power to change it all for

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