Do you ever feel like you are overcome with a tidal wave of emotions? Or holding back your own emotional dam that is filled to the brim? How about trying to sail around the jagged rocks of someone else’s emotions? Emotions are energies that rise and fall, that come and go. And sometimes it is […]
Customer service and library signage go hand in hand. How do patrons see your library’s signage and does it address appropriate customer needs? The session will look critically at many types of library signs and review the positive and negative aspects of library signage. We will also address how to conduct a signage audit and […]
This webinar will discuss prompt engineering techniques for general large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, and Claude AI. Focusing on prompt engineering techniques for interacting with retrieval augmented generation (RAG) models within library databases., this webinar will also discuss how to train and build custom chatbots based on LLMs for […]
The Thanksgiving Holiday is about reflecting on our blessings and acknowledging our gratitude for the people and things in our lives that bring us feelings of joy and peace. It feels good to celebrate the holiday with family, friends and loved ones, so why not make the spirit of your Thanksgiving even bigger and better? […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
