Professionalism refers to the way an employee act in working environment and how he/she interacts with his/her co-workers, supervisors and clients. Professionalism is so important in a workplace because it separates professional life from personal life.
Good interpersonal skills and communication skills helps in getting along with the team member, co workers and supervisors. It helps the person in contributing in a team task by contributing ideas and thoughts in a group task. A person who can convey his/her thoughts is easier to get along with rather than a person with poor interpersonal skills.
Some important practices when meeting with people who work within and outside of an organization are as follows:
(I) Dress appropriately- while attending business meetings virtually or in person it is highly advised to dress properly in formal attire.
(II) Be Prepared- Remember to take all the essential items that are needed for the meeting ( E.g File or Laptop for showing PPTs). Do not panic at the last moment.
(III) Be on time- Be on time as it is disrespectful to make other members wait.
In Both in-person and virtual meetings it is expected from the employee that he/she would be on time. It is also expected from the employee that he/she would be well prepared for the meetings.
It is very important that employees understand different cultures and global business practices as an organization is made up of employees from different places who come together with one common organizational goal. Interactive team and organization promotes a positive working environment. This promotes unity and oneness in the organization, which indirectly leads to positive outcome.