Whether you are a child life student or an already working specialist, professionalism is super important to keep up on. How you present yourself to the world is ultimately how the world will perceive you. Which is why it is important to put your best foot forward! Here are some easy ways to keep up on your professionalism.
Resume: I know it sounds lame, but this is the simplest way to make sure you are creating a good representation of yourself. It can be easy to let your resume get dusty while you aren't in pursuit of anything. However, then when you need it most, your resume can be a little sad. Keep your resume up to date with pertinent volunteer positions or jobs. This can come in clutch when you need to real quick hand it off to someone!
Linked In: Linked In is the Facebook of the professional world. Organizations and individuals both use this site, among others, to garner the best information possible about applicants or potential partners. This is also a great place to post your up to date resume and link an online portfolio, show off your skills a little bit!
Knowledge Base: Even if you are done with school or have just started your five year certification cycle it is still super important to keep up to date with the latest research and practices in the field of child life. The healthcare environment is complex and ever changing. It is important to keep your skills sharp and your professionalism even sharper!
Professionalism is super important. Luckily, it isn't too time consuming if you manage consistently instead of trying to do it in big chunks. What are some ways that you continue your professionalism?
-K
