Lindsay Jordan GCDF Career Coach Elmore County GCDF Global Career Development Facilitator BSBA Auburn University Montgomery Employment History Project Manager Economic Development ID: 754934
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Professionalism & Attire for the Workplace
Lindsay Jordan, GCDF - Career Coach, Elmore CountySlide2
GCDF
(Global Career Development Facilitator)BSBA, Auburn University MontgomeryEmployment History:
Project Manager, Economic Development
Publications & Marketing, Credit UnionOffice/Clerical Student Worker, University
Data Entry Clerk,
BankFBLA Professional Division Member
Lindsay Jordan, GCDFSlide3
What is Professionalism?
The skill, good judgment,
and polite behavior
that is expected from a person
who is trained to do a job well
(Merriam-Webster)Slide4
Components of Professionalism
Appropriate attireClassy behavior and tactful speech
Proper manners and etiquetteDedication to work, giving 100% effort
Good attitudePunctuality and attendanceHonesty and integrity
Skill and
expertiseSlide5Slide6
Why is Professionalism Important?
Protects factors that affect perceptions of people and organizations
People - Personal Credibility and Integrity
Organizations - Corporate Brand or ImageSlide7
www.bloomberg.com
In a 2011 survey,
40 percent
of employers cited “inadequate basic employability skills” as a reason for why they can’t hire and keep workers.
Survey conducted by the National Association of ManufacturersSlide8
Case Study # 1: Behavior
Perception:Behavior and actions away from work have no effect on an employee’s job.
Reality:Actions and speech can affect a person’s professional image and chances of getting hired or fired.Slide9
“
Eric Mower and Associates (Buffalo) is very concerned about Sunday’s incident at the Buffalo Bills' game and we are relieved that the injured were released from the hospital.
Rob Hopkins is no longer employed by EMA
. ”
WKBW News 7, Buffalo, NY, 11-19-2013
Hopkins' attorney, Patrick Brown, successfully argued that his client had suffered enough, considering he
lost his job and can no longer Google his own name without immediately finding the viral YouTube video of his fall
.
WGRZ News 2, Buffalo, NY, 9-11-2014Slide10
Case Study # 2: Honesty / Integrity
Perception:In a competitive job market, it’s ok
to overstate qualifications or exaggerate experience.Reality:Given the competitiveness, employers DO call
references and usually check accuracy of educational and background information.Slide11
“ George O’Leary
resigned as Notre Dame football coach five days after being hired
, admitting he lied about his academic and athletic background.
O’Leary claimed to have a master’s degree in education and to have played college football for three years, but checks into his background showed it wasn’t true. ”
SI.com, Short tenure: O’Leary out at Notre Dame after one week, 12-14-2001Slide12
Case Study #3: Speech
Perception:Free speech is a Constitutional Right.
Reality:Employers may monitor employee speech (and social media) and reprimand or fire an employee for speech whether on or off the clock – even if speech is nonverbal. Slide13Slide14
Case Study # 4: Appearance
Perception:Appearance
is an expression of personality, irrelevant to the public image of a company.Reality:Employers must protect the image
and perception of their organization. Employees whose appearance is unprofessional cause customers to question the integrity of the organization.Slide15
Percentage of HR Managers Who Said These Factors Would Dissuade Promotion for an Employee
44% Provocative clothing
43% Wrinkled clothing
32% Nontraditional piercings27% Attire too casual
27% Visible tattoos
25% Unprofessional hairstyle24% Bad breath
21% Too much perfume or cologne
15% Too much makeupSlide16
Knowing What to Wear
Know your audience & dress code
Formal or informal environment?Area of countryHandle money, personnel, legal issues?
How much public interaction?Observe those in managementIf unsure, ask!Slide17
+1/-1 Rule
+1Dress up a level
More coveredDress like management
-1Dress down a levelLess covered
Appropriate for casual
days
Sylvie di Giusto, Executive Image Consulting
Knowing What to WearSlide18
Sylvie di Giusto, Executive Image Consulting Slide19
TRADITIONAL BUSINESS ATTIRE -
WOMEN
Conservative
Neutral colors
Closed-toed
, neutral shoesNeutral handbagLimit jewelry and accessories
Neat
hair, pulled back
Conservative
makeup
Hosiery may not be optional
http://www.boston.com/business/personalfinance/gallery/interviewdress2010
Level 2Slide20
EXECUTIVE CASUAL BUSINESS ATTIRE -
W
OMEN
Less formal environmentBrighter colors
Open-toed
shoes allowableMore fashionable choices
Mix-match tops and bottoms
Limit
jewelry and accessories
Neat
hair
C
onservative
makeup
http://www.boston.com/business/personalfinance/gallery/interviewdress2010
Level 2Slide21
MAINSTREAM CASUAL BUSINESS ATTIRE -
WOMEN
NOT
interview appropriatePossible everyday wear for less formal environment
Brighter colors
Fashion jewelry acceptableOpen-toed shoes allowable
More
casual hair styles
http://www.boston.com/business/personalfinance/gallery/interviewdress2010
Level 2Slide22
BASELINE CASUAL ATTIRE -
WOMEN
NOT
interview appropriateCasual environment
Flats/sandals accepted
Accessories more casual and colorful
Bold colors and white bottoms common
T-shirts and jeans/shorts may be an option
http://www.boston.com/business/personalfinance/gallery/interviewdress2010
Level 2Slide23
TRADITIONAL BUSINESS ATTIRE –
MEN
Conservative
Neutral suit, white/blue shirtCoordinating shoes and belt
Tie low-key
color/pattern; Neat hair and grooming
http://www.boston.com/business/personalfinance/gallery/interviewdress2010
http://www.acrdepos.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Mens-Business-Suit-v2.jpg
Level 2Slide24
EXECUTIVE CASUAL BUSINESS ATTIRE –
MEN
Less formal
Coordinating shoes and beltPair with blazer for dressier look
Brighter colors acceptable
Neat hair and groomingTie frequently optional
http://www.boston.com/business/personalfinance/gallery/interviewdress2010
http://www.blackmensdossier.com/sites/default/files/IMG_0455_0.jpg
Level 2Slide25
MAINSTREAM CASUAL BUSINESS ATTIRE -
MEN
Occasionally
interview appropriateMore casual environmentDriving mocs acceptable
Bold colors, seersucker, and white bottoms acceptable
More casual hair styles or facial hair allowable
http://www.boston.com/business/personalfinance/gallery/interviewdress2010
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/f9/74/14/f9741448a1117bfb330fe6677ad63dbc.jpg
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/f2/26/5e/f2265ece68aa14592e4d05d684f89c3a.jpg
Level 2Slide26
BASELINE CASUAL
ATTIRE -
MEN
NOT interview appropriate
Casual environment
Bold colors commonGrooming less strict
T-shirts and jeans/shorts may be an option
Sneakers common, sandals sometimes acceptable
http://www.boston.com/business/personalfinance/gallery/interviewdress2010
http://1-moda.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/628.jpg
Level 2Slide27
Use coupons, sales, outlets, school discounts
Focus on quality, not quantityApplies to clothes, accessories, shoesFind fabrics that do not easily wrinkleLearn to launder clothes well & IRON!
Showcase personality with accessories
Ensure proper fit/tailoring of clothing
Shopping & Preparation TipsSlide28
96%
of HR managers believe that professionalism relates to the PERSON,
not the job titleSlide29
http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/images/careers_main_image.jpg
No matter your occupation,
make professionalism your aspiration