Expectations are changing when it comes to how long library directors (and other library employees) stay at one job. How can library boards attract and retain quality leadership and personnel in a competitive market? What is the New Normal in terms of director recruitment? Topics include improving board-director relations, reviewing finances and job descriptions, investing in support for better salaries and benefits, setting realistic goals, and being better talent scouts for future hires.
Archive of Past Presentations
Recruiting and Retaining Library Directors and Staff
Friday, August 16, 2019
Presenter: Pat Wagner, Library Trainer and Consultant
What Does Inclusivity Look Like at Your Library?
Thursday, August 15, 2019
Presenter: Shauna Koszegi, Adult Services Librarian
What does inclusive mean to your library and its daily operations? Is your library inclusive? Join Shauna Koszegi, Adult Services Librarian from the Sun Prairie Public Library, as she gives you an overview of the newly released Inclusive Services Assessment and Guide. This guide will help you reflect on how your library can be a place where everyone feels safe, welcome and respected.
Effective Library Advocacy
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Presenter: Connie Meyer, Director, Bridges Library System, Kathy Pletcher, Director, Bridges Library System
We are excited to share some advice for effective library advocacy with Library Development & Legislation Committee (LD&L) Co-Chairs Connie Meyer and Kathy Pletcher. Covering everyday advocacy to decision-makers and stakeholders as well as Library Legislative Day, hear tips on who to talk to, when, and how from our presenters.
Effective Library Advocacy
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Presenter: Connie Meyer, Library Advocate and Leadership Coach, Kathy Pletcher, Library Advocate and Leadership Coach
We are excited to share some advice for effective library advocacy with Library Development & Legislation Committee (LD&L) Co-Chairs Connie Meyer and Kathy Pletcher. Covering everyday advocacy to decision-makers and stakeholders as well as Library Legislative Day, hear tips on who to talk to, when, and how from our presenters.
Free is Key: Ensuring Your Library is Meeting its Mission
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Presenter: Dawn Wacek, Youth Services Manager, La Crosse Public Library
Join Dawn Wacek for a discussion of your library's mission and how fine policies may be working against you! Learn the ins and outs of going fine free and what library research and best practice recommendations show about the benefits of making your collection more accessible.
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