The National Alliance of Mental Illness estimates that one in five children, teens, and adults suffer from a mental illness. With libraries functioning as a hub of the communities they […]
Want to take your data management skills to the next level? Using AI (ChatGPT and others) with Excel can help you analyze, understand, and share your library's data with your stakeholders. Learn about how to use apps from Microsoft and others to manipulate the data in your spreadsheets and learn about special purpose AI tools […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
This program is designed for library employees looking to improve their ability to serve and communicate with the Spanish-speaking community. With a focus on common Spanish words and phrases specifically selected for library situations, the webinar will equip participants with the essential linguistic knowledge to help patrons perform daily tasks and to more effectively interact […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
