Professionalism: in general Professionalism is how you present yourself and interact with other people in a work setting. Your level of professionalism really depends on where you work! Here are some general tips to make sure you're presenting yourself professionally, wherever you go.
Respect everyone, from the janitor to the CEO.
Always arrive on time. If you're not early, you're late!
Be truthful and trustworthy.
Mind your telephone and email manners (see below!)
Avoid gossip, no matter how hard it may be.
Make sure to communicate anything & everything.
Dress for success (see below!)
Have a positive attitude and learn as much as you can.
Stay organized, and keep your work area tidy.
Go above and beyond, it shows responsibility and initiative!
Mind your body language - stand tall, no slouching!
Don't sit on your phone!
Work Wardrobe How you dress depends on where you work and what kind of day it is. Do you have a uniform? Are you an intern and you're representing your workplace at a career fair? What is the weather outside? Is it casual Friday? Whatever it is, it's a good idea to always have a good set of work wear basics that you can easily mix and match.
How to Send Emails Here are some tips regarding emailing in a professional setting:
Proofread: make sure everything is spelled and capitalized correctly. Double check your grammar. I like to use the handy picture to the right to make sure my emailing is to-the-point.
First name for friends only! Use formality, such as "Dr. Last Name".
Never leave the subject line blank. Make it short and sweet: an accurate description of what the email contains.
Always respond within a timely manner.
Organize your thoughts before typing it all out - make an outline if it will help you!
Don't neglect saying "please" and "thank you"!
Develop an appropriate signature with your name, title, and contact information.