The first week of class the topic of discussion was over Professionalism at Work. The four topics of interest were sections on the boss, romance in the workplace, sexuality and sexual humor at work, and personnel problems within the company. Working within an organization, regardless of the job title there will be someone that oversees the department. It is important that the relationship between an employee and their manager involves sincerity and communication. However, the relationship cannot solely depend on those aspects. It is important to know that you own 50% of your relationship with your boss. Therefore, if you want your manager to view you in a specific way, employees need to look and act the part. The manager can either make or break your career. Maintaining a positive attitude and controlling your behavior is essential for longevity within the company.
Controlling your behavior is easier said than done, behavior does not mean having a depraved attitude. An organization will have males and females throughout different departments and attraction is certainly going to transpire. However, it is important to know there is a time and a place for everything. Sexual humor is a common aspect within …show more content…
Within this chapter, four topics stood out: defining what professionalism is, having the willpower to do what is right, learning to respect clients, and learning how to treat coworkers. Professionalism can be described in several words, it is important to be accountable. Therefore, when a job or task is given, you are accountable for making sure the task at hand is completed. It is also important to have respect for others within the workplace. Regardless of what the individual looks like, believes or has to say you have the responsibility to respect them. Although having respect is important, it is also important to refrain from being selfish, and putting your job before
Controlling your behavior is easier said than done, behavior does not mean having a depraved attitude. An organization will have males and females throughout different departments and attraction is certainly going to transpire. However, it is important to know there is a time and a place for everything. Sexual humor is a common aspect within …show more content…
Within this chapter, four topics stood out: defining what professionalism is, having the willpower to do what is right, learning to respect clients, and learning how to treat coworkers. Professionalism can be described in several words, it is important to be accountable. Therefore, when a job or task is given, you are accountable for making sure the task at hand is completed. It is also important to have respect for others within the workplace. Regardless of what the individual looks like, believes or has to say you have the responsibility to respect them. Although having respect is important, it is also important to refrain from being selfish, and putting your job before