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Once Employed- Professional Character 

 

Be productive. Use your time productively at work to the best of your ability. Manage time with tools such as task lists or planners.  Do not overload your work schedule. Focus on Job responsibilities. 

 

• Develop a Professional image. Dress appropriately for the position you are in, keep your hair groomed, and smile. 

• Take the initiative. Work on assignments that will help your organization or department. 

• Maintain effective work habits. Prioritize, plan, and manage your assignments and projects.  Follow up and follow through with your supervisor and team members. 

• Manage your time efficiently. Establish priorities, set goals, and create action plans to meet deadlines. Create a work plan for yourself. 

• Demonstrate integrity. Be accountable for your work and actions while always behaving ethically.

• Provide excellence. Produce work and results that reflect a sense of pride and professionalism, often exceeding expectations.

• Be a problem-solver. When you run into problems and obstacles take the time to brainstorm a few solutions and alternatives before you meet with your supervisor. This reflects great leadership. 

• Be resilient Develop coping skills to manage setbacks and challenges with a positive and constructive attitude. A very important skill to have. 

• Communicate effectively.  Practice professional online in-person and interpersonal communication skills. 

• Develop self-awareness. earn to manage your emotions and gain awareness of your emotional triggers so you can manage your reactions positively and productively.  Accept and reflect on feedback to assist as you learn and grow.