Which of the following is NOT a ground for disciplinary action?

A professional community manager must maintain a valid license as a fundamental requirement for practice. This requirement is enforced to ensure that all individuals providing community management services are held to a standard of knowledge and competence as set by regulatory authorities.

While failing to maintain a valid license does not constitute a ground for disciplinary action in itself, it generally denotes a lack of adherence to regulatory standards essential for practice. Such failure can lead to being unable to legally operate, which suggests an underlying issue of compliance with professional standards. In many jurisdictions, particularly in the context of community management, failing to have a valid license is treated seriously, but the options listed focus on behaviors that would specifically trigger disciplinary action taken against a licensee.

In contrast, unprofessional conduct, negligence or gross negligence, and committing a felony directly relate to the actions or behaviors of a professional. These grounds signify a breach of ethical or legal obligations that could harm clients or communities, leading to potential disciplinary measures. Thus, failing to maintain a license is more about the legal ability to practice rather than on-the-job behavior that raises immediate concerns for disciplinary actions.