Want to Win at Work? Master These 4 Professionalism Traits (Gen Z Needs This!)

by David McIntyre | Nov 19, 2025 | Beyond Day One Podcast, Gen Z & Emerging Leaders, Soft Skills & Professional Growth

Professionalism isn’t mysterious — it’s measurable.
In this episode of Beyond Day One, David, Phillip, Ryan, and John reveal the four traits that determine whether Gen Z professionals thrive or struggle in today’s workplace: reliability, communication, accountability, and attitude.

Using our working definition of professionalism, “The consistent demonstration of competence, character, and composure… even when no one’s watching,” we break down how these traits impact trust, credibility, and long-term career growth.

If you’re a young professional, new manager, or leader working with Gen Z, this conversation gives you the clarity, frameworks, and real-life examples needed to help yourself (or your team) win at professionalism every single day.

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