Employees with high morale have less absenteeism, turnover and errors, and are more productive. We all want an engaged and productive staff…and neuroscience explains why certain strategies are more adept […]
Do you have to negotiate business terms and/or contracts for library resources? Do you want to learn more about how librarians can increase their bargaining power? Please join Katharine Macy, […]
Do you have people on your team who do not want to be coached? Know someone who resists any of your attempts to help? Or maybe an employee who could […]
"I should not have done/said that. I wish I could take it back." "I should not have gotten so angry and reacted so strongly." "I can't believe I messed up […]
Ignite creativity and critical thinking in your K-12 students through coding, robotics, and makerspaces! Learn practical strategies and engaging activities to transform your library into a dynamic learning hub. Discover […]
For this workshop, we will unlock the secrets of non-verbal communication. We will spend time identifying the nuance and importance of non-verbals as well as examine some of the most […]
As library staff, it’s easy to view our websites, apps, and impressive lists of library resources and assume that anyone can find anything they want. For a user not as familiar with our digital and physical spaces, their experience could be the opposite. Even if they do find what they are initially looking for, it […]
Take your Cricut skills to the next level with Canva. Unleash your creativity and learn how to create greeting card designs with Canva for Cricut! In this hands-on class, you’ll […]
Libraries rely heavily on technology both old and new to provide services to patrons. Managing that technology can be tricky. Join Robin Hastings, co-author of the upcoming 7th edition of the Neal-Schuman Technology Companion as she discusses the basics of the technologies often used in libraries, with a special section on keeping up with technology […]
Want to master the art of exceptional customer service? This interactive workshop, equips attendees with essential communication techniques to navigate any customer interaction. Based on the latest research in effective […]
Library professionals face numerous stressors in their work such as challenging patron behaviors, providing excellent customer service, and shrinking staff numbers and budgets. Those serving in an administrative position are […]
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 […]
