Should You Overcome or Embrace Imposter Syndrome?

The imposter syndrome occurs when we doubt our abilities, talents, skills, and accomplishments despite evidence of our success. There is a lot of discussion around overcoming imposter syndrome. But did you know there are benefits of imposter syndrome? Join this discussion of what it is, how it can be beneficial, and how you can manage and […]

Keeping the Candle Lit – Mitigating Burnout at your Library

This program will introduce a comprehensive self-care program for librarians aimed at promoting mental and physical well-being, reducing stress, and preventing burnout. By implementing targeted self-care techniques, we can create a healthier and more resilient library community. Librarians, like many other professionals, can experience stress and burnout due to the demands of their jobs. Practicing […]

TikTok for Libraries

Curious about TikTok? Looking to up your library’s social media game? Join us for this webinar to learn all about how libraries can leverage the incredible power of TikTok for things like: advocacy, collection development, community building, instructional tutorials, and more. . We’ll also talk about the safety of using TikTok, it’s powerful impact on […]

The Power of Brevity: Maximum Impact with Less Words

Reconstruct your communication for breakthrough clarity! Transform presentations, emails, speeches, & meetings with the power of brevity. It is harder than ever to capture an audience’s attention. We decide in around 17 seconds if we like what we are reading. April introduces principles from the book, Smart Brevity, to help communicators say more with less […]

Get Your Community Moving

Have you ever heard about physical literacy? Do you want to learn more about how you could implement more movement-based programs in your library? For almost two decades now, Jenn Carson, Director of the L.P. Fisher Public Library in Woodstock, NB Canada, has been encouraging library patrons, volunteers, and staff to get up and move. […]

YouTube Tips & Tricks

Do you know that YouTube offers more functionality (especially with automated / AI tools!) than Facebook video? Do you know you can use YouTube's AI captioning to meet accessibility needs and increase findability even if you don't want to host your videos on YouTube? Do you know how to make your videos better using Youtube's […]

How to Find Your Library’s Storytelling DNA

Every nonprofit and library has a unique story to tell, but how do you uncover your organization's true storytelling DNA? In this talk, digital storytelling expert and international keynote speaker Julia Campbell will guide attendees through a process of self-discovery and exploration to help them identify their organization's unique voice and messaging. With practical tips […]

More Agile Teams and Collaborations

Can a more agile leadership approach cultivate motivation and improve your team's and community's collaborations and outcomes? From "failing fast" and "defining done" to increased transparency and earlier stakeholder feedback, agile project management strategies can help us build trust, encourage growth, and create more collaborative and effective teams and community relationships. Attendees will learn the […]

From Knowing to Doing: Maximizing the Impact of Employee Training

Training adult learners (andragogy) is very different from teaching children (pedagogy). With training being a critical component in the workplace, how can we maximize impact for employees? Learn how to enhance employee training programs to go from simply knowing to thoughtfully doing. Join AMA certified trainer Rosie Clark for an insightful and interactive 60-minute online […]

Making Language Learning Fun with Engaging Apps & Online Tools

Mary Poppins (Walt Disney, 1964) got it right when she said, “In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun. You find the fun and — SNAP! — the job’s a game!”. In this​ webinar, participants will explore a set of engaging free and low-cost apps and online tools that can […]

A Mindful Approach to Stress

Like most people, you probably have a lot going on and good reasons to feel distressed. Being stressed from time to time is actually normal and healthy. The problem is when it is ongoing and chronic. Not only does it feel incredibly uncomfortable, but stress can cause numerous serious health conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular […]