This document provides guidance on developing professionalism. It discusses that professionalism requires skills, knowledge, positive attitudes, good behavior, and a proper appearance. It emphasizes that one's self-image and how others perceive you are important. The key building blocks of professionalism are listed as physical appearance, behavior, communication, body language, personal hygiene, self-respect, time management, and etiquette. Specific tips are provided in each of these areas. The document stresses maintaining a positive attitude, honesty, integrity, and being a role model as important aspects of professionalism.

1. Get, Set, GoGuide to Professional SuccessSNR College| Coimbatore | 9 March 2010

2. What is this?

3. What are your goals?

4. Your goalsGood jobMNC postingForeign MSHigh salaryRespect in society

5. What is the one thing needed to get all that?Professionalism

6. ProfessionalismWhat is your idea of professionalism?Close your eyes and think for a minute. What comes to your mind when you hear the word professional?

7. Professional?You have to perform at a consistently higher level than others. That's the mark of a true professional.”

8. What do I need to be Professional?Skills and Knowledge

9. Attitudes

10. Behavior

11. Physical Appearance

12. Experience

13. ImageYour Image and Self-Perception3 sides to your self imageAs you see yourselfAs others see youAs you truly are

14. The Building BlocksPhysical AppearanceBehaviorCommunicationBody LanguagePersonal hygiene

15. Building blocks….Self respect

16. Time management

17. Etiquette

18. AttitudePersonal Appearance - AttireAttire for GentlemenShirtTrousersTiesShoesSocksBeltAccessoriesAttire for LadiesSalwars/ SarisSuits – ClassicFittingColorsFootwearJewelleryMake-up

19. BehaviorGreetingsNamesHand-shakeSmilesCourtesy

20. CommunicationVerbalVoiceClaritySpeedWrittenMailsReportsLetters

21. Body languagePosture – When you stand up tall and relax your shoulders, you will appear healthy and confidentCorrect postureStraight posture. VisualizationSitting- Standing- WalkingApproaching chairFeet on groundGetting up

22. Personal HygieneNailsToesBeardSideburnsHairDeodorantsPerfumesEyebrowsBody hairCleanliness

23. Time managementPunctualityStart earlyCall and informUse of resources and timeQuestionsNotesDeadlines

24. Self respectWork reflects your inner characterStrive for Excellence100%. PeriodDon’t view it as a job