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Professional Excellence
Beyond Technical Competence
Alan P. Rossiter (Author)
9780470377376, Wiley
Paperback / softback, published 24 October 2008
128 pages
21.3 x 14.1 x 1 cm, 0.191 kg
The training path for engineers focuses intensely on scientific and technical knowledge. Yet, our professional and personal satisfaction and success also depend on other traits that make us more effective and productive. In this thought-provoking book, Alan Rossiter provides practical guidance in developing the skills to become more effective in your work, while also balancing your life. It is invaluable reading for graduating college students and young professionals as well as seasoned practitioners who find that work is becoming all-consuming.
FOREWORD ix PREFACE xi PROLOGUE: POSING A QUESTION xiii I THE WORLD OF WORK 1 Chapter 1 Motivated to Work 3 Chapter 2 Life and Work 13 Chapter 3 Ethics at Work 19 II ELEMENTS OF PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE 27 Chapter 4 Communicating Effectively 29 Chapter 5 Fulfilling Commitments 43 Chapter 6 Recognizing and Expanding Your Professional Limits 57 Chapter 7 Investing in Your Profession and in Your Community 63 Chapter 8 Affirming Your Coworkers 71 Chapter 9 Celebrating Your Work 77 Chapter 10 Protecting Your Personal Life 81 EPILOGUE: NOTHING LASTS FOREVER 95 APPENDIX: TEXT OF THE HIPPOCRATIC OATH 101 REFERENCES 103 INDEX 107
Subject Areas: Business & management [KJ]
