Pros And Cons Of Being Professional

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Being professional in the working world does not simply mean putting on a business suit; it means more than just putting on a business suit. To me, being professional means being respectful, reliable, responsible and competent. Professionals are reliable and they get their job done without giving excuses. They deliver on promise, doing what they say and saying what they can do. Showing others respect is a norms for professionals. It is important to have good manners and be courteous to everyone despite their rank or position in the company. One should always keep personal opinion about an individual’s private life to themselves and should always be fair when giving feedbacks or dealing with work matters. Also, a professional should always listen to others. They should not be selfish, thinking that they are always right. If necessary, apologise for any mistakes or misunderstanding to show that you are not biased or incompetent. Lastly, a professional always aim to give …show more content…

However, now I know dressing up formally is not enough. Before dressing up, I need to think about the 3As (Aesthetics, Appropriateness and Attitude) and the image I want to create. I have to choose an outfit that fits the occasion, time, place, climate and the culture and expectation of the people I will be meeting. I have to choose an outfit that not only fits properly but also reflects about my personality and position in the company. For example, if wearing a dress suit is not my style and I wear it to meet someone for the first time, I might show signs like pulling down the dress or fidgeting around that signals that I am uncomfortable. These unprofessional actions might act as a sign that I am not very confident with myself. Thus, it is important for me to wear something that is professional but at the same time

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