Gumbo4x4
Note to the ladies who forgot to
- Joined
- Jan 19, 2012
See, even this person chooses to use credentials behind their name.
I am also in a field that uses credentials behind the names in professional instances, it is mandatory.
That said, IMO there is nothing wrong with using your credentials in the work situation. It sets a standard and shows recognized accomplishment. People work very hard to get their education and they should be proud of themselves; getting a college degree isn't easy (even online degrees are a lot of work).
I am certainly not saying that everyone with a degree does a better job, we have all seen that is not always the case.
They are not meaning to brag, not sure why someone would think that. They should be appreciated and respected for what they have accomplished.
If the degree designations do not mean anything and are a dime a dozen, why doesn't every one have one?
Time & place. I want to know my CPA is a CPA.
I don’t care that the guy who installed my cable has a masters (he does). And I’d chuckle if I saw it on his business card.
Likewise, if my CPA was also an ASE Certified mechanic, I wouldn’t care to see that in their signature. But, I do appreciate seeing it from my mechanic.