Webinar Description: Join Kymberlee Powe to learn how to perform a diversity audit on your library collection. Kym shares what a diversity audit is, why we should audit our collections, why the structure of the publishing industry may make it difficult to cultivate inclusivity, and most importantly, why it’s important to build collections that are…
Webinar Description: Join us for an insightful virtual workshop designed for library professionals eager to leverage the rich data resources provided by the US Census Bureau. With 130 annual surveys and over 2 million data tables available through more than 50 public portals, understanding where to find and how to use this information is crucial…
Webinar Description: Join us for a webinar on critical incident stress where you’ll learn: What is critical incident stress How people and workplaces can be affected by the trauma of a crisis The effects of short term and long term stress on the body and mind Strategies for how organizations can be supportive of employees…
Webinar Description: This webinar will cover a basic introduction to many of the essential facets of running a business with employees. Attendees will Be introduced to many of the laws that employers are required to abide by relating to employees, Be given an overview of many of the best practices that are suggested when dealing…
Webinar Description: This is a digital workshop designed for library staff looking to elevate their reference desk interactions by using digital resources effectively. Zoom will be used to facilitate the session in order to accommodate a wider audience. Participants will explore best practices in reference interviewing. There will be time allotted at the end of…
Webinar Description: In this webinar, I will briefly share my professional journey with ADHD in digital project management, detailing the coping mechanisms I developed before and after my very recent diagnosis. The focus will be on how these strategies have been helpful in managing projects, and the mistakes encountered along the way. Prior to my…
Webinar Description: In July, 2024, Rome was hit by an EF2 tornado that went through the city's center coming within a block of the library. In this one hour program, learn what procedures, policies, and partnerships helped Jervis to respond quickly to the tornado warning and as an essential component of the community's response. In…
Webinar Description: Are you interested in surveying your library users or community members but aren’t sure how to get started? Or, do you have experience administering surveys but find it challenging to ask meaningful questions that yield useful information? Join us for a webinar that will focus on the principles of survey design and administration,…
Webinar Description: As supervisors, managers, and directors, we know that we are supposed to complete an annual performance evaluation for each of our direct reports. The process has been declared a "must do" activity by many human resources (HR) and business leaders. Have you ever wondered why? This session will provide a brief history of…
Webinar Description: Explore the transformative power of AI in libraries with this engaging webinar. This essential session is designed for librarians, information specialists, and enthusiasts eager to harness the latest in AI technology. Highlights include: Basics of Generative AI: A straightforward primer on generative AI and its relevance today. Key AI Tools: Explore ten cutting-edge…