Communication is essential to running a productive and effective workplace. We all have different communication styles and may unwittingly create confusion or discord. This program explores numerous ways we can improve how we communicate and decrease frustration while boosting cooperation. Attendees will: • Identify 1 thing you can start and stop doing to improve your […]
Equip yourself with a practical toolkit and actionable tips for rolling out community AI literacy initiatives that any library can implement. This webinar will walk you through easy-to-follow strategies, provide access to essential resources, and offer real-world examples to help you confidently introduce AI literacy to your community. Whether you're just starting out or looking […]
Many people think they know what a 21st century library offers, but the truth is, many don’t know the full story of the hidden gem right in their neighborhood. The best way to let them know is becoming a Champion for your Library! Get ready to show off your library’s programs, events, and resources to […]
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your digital workload? Join us for "Tech Tips for Battling Burnout," a practical webinar designed to help you harness the power of apps and web tools to boost productivity and reduce stress. We’ll introduce you to a curated selection of innovative tools that can streamline your tasks, manage your time […]
Statistics indicate that around 27% of Gen Z is expected to significantly influence the workforce by 2025. Today's workforce encompasses up to five distinct generations, spanning from Baby Boomers to Gen Z. Each generation expresses themselves and their ideas uniquely. As a result, leaders find themselves needing to navigate the evolving workplace environment. In this […]
Ah, the holidays! A time for increased cheer, goodwill, celebration and safety hazards. From festive decorations to dealing with seasonal stress, the potential for safety-related incidents and accidents largely increases during the holiday season. Join former life safety officer and experienced “safety nerd”, Rosie Clark, to learn 12 easy and actionable things you can do […]
Stay ahead of the latest tech trends in the quickly evolving technology landscape. We’ll explore emerging trends like AI, automation, virtual and augmented reality, and more that are poised to transform how libraries operate and serve their communities. This session will provide insights into how these innovations can be leveraged to improve services, streamline operations, […]
Mentoring is a vital component of succession planning. Working to create a pool of potential successors can be accomplished though developing relationships with leaders and experts within your organization, and providing growth opportunities for mentees. The specific learning objectives of this session are: • Identifying the need for leadership development in the/your organization • Steps […]
Much has been said about burnout in recent years, but it remains a persistent challenge for libraries. In fact, the problem of burnout is so widespread that it is now recognized by the World Health Organization as an “occupational phenomenon.” Traditional approaches to addressing chronic workplace stress and burnout have put the responsibility on individual […]
Public polls consistently show that people care about privacy. Privacy concerns unite people across identities, politics, and cultures. Libraries are increasingly offering privacy literacy programming, fulfilling the Library Bill of Rights call to educate about privacy. In this session, learn about privacy literacy and preview research-based strategies for developing your privacy literacy practice. Facilitators will […]
Even within the same library system, our understanding of our patrons’ needs varies immensely. As different as library departments may seem, combining our insights enriches our understanding of the community we serve and their interconnection throughout generations. This webinar describes how to plan an interdepartmental and intergenerational program, taking a project-based English learning initiative as […]
How would your library like to gain access to the top author programs for your patrons and communities? The Library Speakers Consortium creates 2-3 new online bestselling-author events per month, streamed to patrons of every member library. Join us for this informative webinar and learn about this new and exciting approach to accessing author programs […]
