Professionalism: What should be and What shouldn’t be
The word ‘Professionalism’ actually looks very common and easy which is clearly explained by its two components; Professional and Ism . The first word says its domain (Professional) while the second (Ism) depicts its nature, which combines to form as a practice of professionals. Therefore it should be understood as the practice and activities carried out by professionals of any occupation or profession. But in modern and highly competitive society, we are losing the importance and actual meaning of this comprehensive word. It is among the most misinterpreted word in the field of workplace as employees interpret in their own words with respect to their requirements, status and inter-personal relationship with others. What should be the interpretation of this word; subjective or objective? I guess most of the people would opt objectivity as their answer. If it is so, then yes you are right!!! Professionalism is universal set of standards and acceptable behavioral pattern. Its