Industry Expectations & professionalism

M.R.M Abdullah
3 min readMay 26, 2021

In this article we I’m covering Some important topics in “Industry Expectations & Professionalism

What is mean by professional practices in the industry

The term ‘professional practice’ refers to the conduct and work of somebody from a specific profession.

Professional practice is defined as practice that reflects the commitment to caring relationships with patients and families and powerful ethical values; utilization of specialized knowledge, critical inquiry, and evidence-informed decision making; continuous development of self and others; accountability and responsibility for insightful competent practice; demonstration of a spirit of collaboration and adaptability to optimize service.

Professional bodies may set standards of ethics, performance, competence, insurance, training then thereon must be met to stay within the profession. These are typically beginning during a code of conduct.

Professions will have specific practices and standards that they value, but in construction there are some general principles common to most professionals:

• Act with integrity.

• Adopt an ethical approach.

• Provide a high standard of service.

• Only undertake work for which there is appropriate competence.

• Have appropriate insurance.

• Ensure that terms of appointment are clear.

• Act in a way that promotes trust in the profession.

• Do not bring the profession into disrepute.

• Do not discriminate against parties on any grounds.

• Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development.

  • Offer a dispute resolution service.

What are the industry expectations?

The industry expectations are differing for various industries. For an Example The expectation for Software Development industry and the expectation for Health services industry are Not same, but there Are lot of common expectations on all the industries:

• Skills level and the significant role

• Academic qualification levels

• Effectiveness of industry

• Communication skill

• Innovative thinking

• Ability to Function on a Team

• Ability to lead.

• Positive outlook

• Versatility

These are common industry Expectations in Lot of industries

How you can Acquire Industry Expectations & professional practices

Here are 12 ways you can acquire Industry Expectation & professional practice

o Be productive.

Use your time productively at work. Focus on your job responsibilities and avoid getting pulled into social media, web browsing and phone activity while on the clock.

o Develop a professional image.

Project a professional presence and dress appropriately for your industry and organization. A good rule of thumb is to dress in the position you aspire to have.

o Take the initiative.

Ask for more projects to be given to you or think of assignments that will meet your organization’s goals. You don’t want to be under-utilized.

o Maintain effective work habits.

Prioritize, plan, and manage your assignments and projects. Follow up and follow through with your supervisor and team members.

o Manage your time efficiently.

Establish priorities, set goals, and create action plans to meet deadlines.

o Demonstrate integrity.

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

o Provide excellence.

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

o 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.

o Be resilient.

Develop coping skills to manage setbacks and challenges with a positive and constructive attitude.

o Communicate effectively.

Practice professional on-line, in person and interpersonal communication skills.

o Develop self-awareness.

Learn 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.

o Build relationships.

Network with colleagues, customers, and clients to build professional cordial relationships, work on teams and collaborate effectively.

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M.R.M Abdullah

Software Engineering undergraduate at University of Kelaniya.