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I usually listen to NPR on the weekends while I do chores and laundry. This past weekend, as I listened to the show Hidden Brain, the topic, “Passion vs. Paycheck” immediately brought me back to my own experiences working in libraries—and to a blog post I wrote last year about vocational awe. The episode explores… Continue reading Vocational Awe Revisited: The Promise and the Pitfalls of Passion-Driven Work
Lessons from the Past, Solutions for the Future Libraries across the country are facing an uncertain future. The uncertainty of federal support for libraries, combined with local or state impacts, has left libraries vulnerable. And increasing challenges to books and programs are thrusting library leaders into the spotlight with little or no preparation. How can… Continue reading Navigating Unstable Library Funding in an Uncertain World
Public libraries have long stood as beacons of knowledge, inclusivity, and access. They are places where individuals from all walks of life can seek information, engage in community programs, and encounter diverse perspectives. However, in an increasingly polarized world, the role of libraries in addressing social justice issues has become more complex. How can libraries… Continue reading Balancing Social Justice and Neutrality in Libraries
You know I love to highlight great work that other organizations are doing, especially if it can help my clients and colleagues in the library industry. I recently attended an NC LIVE event called Advocacy 101: Breaking Down How to Speak Up with Nate McGaha, Executive Director of Arts North Carolina. I thought his tips… Continue reading Library Advocacy Webinar
Periodically I like to share stories of libraries and other organizations doing a great job with marketing, communications, and community engagement. Here are two such stories. The little library that could: Lessons from Orkney Library on being a little fish in a big pond on socialA library on a remote Scottish island with a population… Continue reading Libraries in the News: Social Media Success
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