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| Author / Creator: | Bagchi, Subroto. |
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| Imprint: | New Delhi : Penguin Portfolio, 2009. |
| Description: | xxi, 217 p. ; 23 cm. |
| Language: | English |
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| Format: | Print Book |
| URL for this record: | http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/8050721 |
| Summary: | A manifesto on what it takes to be a true professional in the modern world. <br> <br> By common definition, a professional is anyone who possesses the skills and knowledge necessary for a career-whether as a surgeon, a software engineer, or a plumber. But according to Subroto Bagchi, our increasingly global marketplace demands more. In a world where the foolish, selfish, and unethical decisions of a few have affected the lives of millions, The Professional urges readers to act responsibly and reexamine "business as usual".<br> <br> By exploring a variety of professional dilemmas across many industries, Bagchi defines the qualities of true professionals and the attributes that separate them from the merely competent. These include:<br> <br> *Suffer no false attractions: It's always tempting to take the path of least resistance, but true professionals can separate the genuine from the phony. *Know when to say no: True professionals are not afraid to say no to things that are not worth their time, their energy, or their creativity. *Take the long view: True professionals understand that every action, decision, and relationship, no matter how small, can have a lasting impact. |
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| Physical Description: | xxi, 217 p. ; 23 cm. |
| ISBN: | 9780670082957 0670082953 |