gracious professionalism

This term was coined by Professor Woodie Flowers for the FIRST robotics competition. The definition has never been precisely outlined, but it's connotation is widely understood and may be summarized as this: "Competition for the sake not of destroying one another, but for the sake of bettering and improving both competitors as a result of the competition."

Lending a spare part to an opponent in order to keep them from forfeiting a match is a prime example of gracious professionalism.

by Andy Ross April 26, 2004

professionalism

any business practice in which happiness is sacrificed for success.

"Bill wears a 3 piece business suit everyday no matter how hot it is outside."

"Yeah, his dedication to professionalism will get him far in business...but not life."

or

"Stop leaning back in your chair. Where is your professionalism?"

"Sorry about that, boss. For a moment I forgot success is more important than comfort or happiness.

by the wise sloth August 6, 2009

Professionalist

A person who is professionally challenged.
+ Challenged with obstacles in life but still managing to overcome them.

I may have brain damage, but that doesn't stop me from achieving my frequent succession. To summarize, I am professionally challenged / a professionalist. - CWSPablitoJ

by CWSPablitoJ May 28, 2023

professionalismness

Describes anger, but used to avoid admitting anger.

No, you cannot paint anger on me. I was trying to keep my professionalismness in and make sure that I speak out.

by RealPetrek March 30, 2021

Professionality

The art of maintaining a professional appearance and attitude while projecting a tremendous amount of personality.

Jason has the professionality to meet with clients and still be the life of the office.

by Jason Malone January 20, 2009

gracious professionalism

Don't be a jerk -Woodie Flowers

Let's say good game to this team even though we kicked there ass cause gracious professionalism :)

by kmskate January 28, 2017

professionality

a combination of professionalism and personality used typically in a work-setting to describe a person who works hard but also shows other fun/pleasing aspects of their character

She's a great candidate anyway but her professionality is really what got her the job!

by jackskay26 March 17, 2009