Be it at the workplace or at school, you
can behave and dress professionally to garner respect from your counterparts.
First impression is very important; so, make it a point to wear clean and
unwrinkled clothes at all times. Based on the dress code of your organization
or school, choose the appropriate attire and wear it with pride and dignity.
To appear professional, one should be
well-groomed. Men should keep their hair short and tidy. Unkempt facial hair is
a deal breaker; so, maintain a clean shaven look. If you are keen on sporting a
goatee or a mustache, keep it tidy at all times. Women should either tie their
hair or prevent it from becoming messy in the course of the day.
Apart from donning the right attire and
looking neat, one should exude confidence. You should be confident of your
abilities. When you meet people, give them a firm handshake, which indicates
that you are focused and determined to succeed.
A professional always speaks clearly and
logically. So, when you are interacting with people at the workplace or in
school, greet them, maintain a genuine smile and speak in an objective manner.
Also, you should not use slang while speaking.
Professionalism is all about respecting
your counterparts. If you are invited for a meeting or an event, you should
always acknowledge the invitation and arrive at the venue promptly.
When you arrive at a function before or
on time, it shows that you value others’ time. This will create a positive
impression in others’ minds. And people will reciprocate in the same manner.
In addition, whenever work is assigned
to you, make it a point to complete it before the stipulated deadline.
When you are committed to your work, you
not only rise high in your career and academic life, but you also stay in the
good books of your colleagues and peers.
