As information professionals, taking the time to reflect on our current and future professional needs and wants are essential. It is crucial to acknowledge our accomplishments, which help realize our... read more →
During the pandemic, most conferences were conducted virtually. This led to more librarians having access to professional development that they usually would not have been able to attend. For many... read more →
It's called a “comfort zone” for a reason. Everyday tasks and familiar skills are comfortable. By implication, learning is difficult. You have to adapt to new practices and learn new... read more →
In today’s digital society, a business can work more effectively than ever. Where we once had to spend valuable time finding files or data, we can now locate information at... read more →
To be a great leader, it’s not enough to be highly skilled in your chosen profession. Leadership itself is a skill. Leadership is defined by being able to get people... read more →
During the COVID-19 pandemic, I have seen an increase in webinars, which has been great for my professional development. Webinars are defined as “a live online educational presentation during which... read more →
I learned from my mentor Twanna Hodge to plan my professional development for the year. She shared with me her personal Excel spreadsheet, which had four sections: Conferences Funding Institutes,... read more →
While each department, office, and community on campus might provide very different services and fill different roles, the needs of individuals within these groups for materials to help them grow... read more →
Podcasts are a medium that can be helpful with career readiness. Do you need to know how it is to be a librarian? If you are interested in learning about... read more →
After conducting a six-month-long assessment to explore the changing needs of the community our library branch serves, we determined that our number-one priority in moving our services forward should be... read more →