Professional Practice - Week 5

What is meant by “professional identity”?

• A. A person’s work schedule

• B. The way someone dresses professionally

• C. The unique qualities, beliefs, and personality that define a person in a professional context

• D. The official name of a job role

According to Corrigan (2021), what is a “skill”?

• A personal belief

• A task that requires talent

• A learned ability developed through practice

• A job title

What is “talent” according to the lecture?

• Something you buy online

• A learned skill

• Something you're born with

• A type of identity

How does Corrigan (2021) define a “strength”?

• A. A skill learned at university

• B. Something done repeatedly with good results

• C. The ability to work long hours

• D. A hobby or interest

What are “values”?

• The amount of salary you earn

• Things you enjoy doing

• Beliefs about how the world ought to operate

• The results of your final assessment

6. A “personal brand” according to Lesley Everett is:

• the image and impression you create in the minds of others

• a company’s logo and slogan

• a type of product packaging

• an advertising campaign for a product

Why is authenticity important in personal branding?

• It helps you copy others

• It allows you to be unpredictable

• It makes your brand sustainable and powerful

• It lets you create multiple online identities

What is a transferable skill?

• A skill that only applies to one job

• A skill that changes over time

• A skill useful across social, academic, and professional areas

• A certificate you get after training

Which of the following is an example of a transferable skill?

• Knowing the company history

• Ability to take structured notes

• Remembering your staff code

• Following workplace dress codes

What does an “authenticity audit” involve?

• Checking your bank account

• Asking your friends what they think about you

• Reflecting on your values, traits, and talents

• Reviewing your job application