Be a Library Champion!

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 […]

From A to Gen Z: The ABCs of Leading Gen Z in the Workplace

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 […]

‘Tis the Season to Think Safety: 12 Tips to Keep Your Library and Workers Safe During the Holidays

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 […]

Tech Trends 2025 and Beyond

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 […]

Mentoring as Part of Succession Planning

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 […]

Building a Burnout Prevention Strategy

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 […]

Privacy Literacy: From Curious to Confident

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 […]

Podcasting for Libraries

Podcasts. Maybe you are a devotee, listening to shows like Succession or Dan Carlin’s Hardcore History. Maybe you’ve never listened, but you are peripherally aware of the fact that 41% of Americans listen to a podcast every week. Have you ever considered how your institution can use podcasts as a means to engage your community, […]

Recharge Your Book Club

Becky has been leading book clubs for 25 years and has seen it all. In this program she will share her tips and tricks for success. All book groups go […]