Here's some of my thoughts on some of these topics:
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Originally posted by DownTownTonyBrown
I've been tagged with making a 15 minute presentation to our officials (baseball and softball, rookie to 25 year veterans) concerning PROFESSIONALISM.
Uniform is clean, neat, not wrinkled, and worn properly. Hat is clean with no sweat stains. Shoes are clean (not necessarily shined to a high gloss)
[/b]Be at the game site at least 30 minutes before game time. Be on the field in time to allow for equipment check, pregame conference, any pregame ceremonies.
[/b]Know the rules, study the book and other resources.
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proper mechanics/positioning/hustle
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[/b]Attend the clinics to learn this stuff. You look better when these things are done.
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communication/hand signals/voice
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[/b]Same as above
[/b]If you want to be respected, show respect.
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calm confidence, accept the emotional environment in which the game is played - expect excited responses
leadership
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interaction with fans/crowd
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[/b]I think this one is dictated by each individuals personality. Some people can say and do things that others cannot or don't feel comfortable with.