Professional Image

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Professionalism in the workplace is based on many attributes: dress, body language, conduct, communication skills, and etc. I chose the scenario of law enforcement. The officer displayed in this scenario is professional. A police officer is a servant and protector of the public; therefore, his professional image is most important. It is very important for a police officer to display a professional image on and off duty.
The appearance of the officer’s uniform serves a purpose and it sends a message. The officer’s neatly pressed uniform contributes to his professional appearance. The way the officer’s uniform conforms makes him more approachable within the community. The officer’s ability to interact professionally while posing for the photograph demonstrates his interpersonal skills. The attributes that make this officer professional are: uniform, attitude, body language, confidence, and facial expression.
There were several aspects that I noticed the officer need to improve on to maintain his professional image. First, the officer should remove bulky items from his lef...

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