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09 May Launching your library / MLIS career?

It’s been said of the LIS profession that we sometimes have a tendency to “eat our young.” If you’ve recently launched your LIS career, you may be experiencing this. Perhaps you’ve been ignored in meetings, or had your ideas dismissed, or encountered a few too…

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18 Apr For librarians battling age discrimination

The trend toward older workers forgoing retirement and instead choosing to continue to work is unlikely to abate anytime soon. Many seniors are finding they simply enjoy their jobs and don’t want to leave them sooner than necessary, while others continue to work out of…

23 Mar What to do with your MLIS degree

The letters “MLIS” may not directly connect you to job opportunities and that credential on its own may not mean much to some employers. Your job search won’t always be easy, and it will require thinking outside the box and self-promotion

09 May How can I show I’m ready for more responsibility?

In almost every office, there are ‘lucky’ employees given formidable projects like setting up a new department or coming up with strategies for re-branding the company. Then, of course, there are those assigned to do the so-called grunt work such as alphabetizing clients’ files, updating suppliers’…

10 Mar I think I want to leave my job – what should I consider?

One of the most dreaded interview questions is "why do you want to leave your job?" It makes sense that a prospective employer asks that question. First, they want to understand why you are looking to get out of your current job. Second, they want…

28 Oct What are some easy ways to impress my boss?

Some of us spend our days working side-by-side with our supervisors (hello, open floor plans), but some of us only get to see the higher powers every once in a while. No matter how much time you spend with ’em, it’s only natural to want to stay on their good…

30 Jul Advice to somebody who wants to keep his/her job?

You’ve sent out resumes, been through countless interviews, and have now landed the perfect job. Sure—take time out for high fives, but be aware that your journey is just beginning. You still have to prove you’re the right one for the job. And, in most cases, you…

23 Feb What can I do to feel happier in my job?

Job” and “joy” have one letter between them, but for many they’re like chalk and cheese, oil and water, or snakes and mongooses. And yet people do experience joy in their work. They’re the people who regale you with tales of how much they love what…

22 Apr Why am I not getting promoted?

Have you ever felt stuck at your job? You know, when you feel like you aren’t moving forward in your current position, but you know you’d excel if awarded a promotion. When promotion season enters your office, it can be an exciting yet stressful time.…

03 Apr How can I get on my boss’s good side?

Whether you like them or not, your boss is a driving factor when it comes to career advancement. If you’re looking to get another job or promotion within the company, a great letter of recommendation from your boss could be the deciding factor that makes…

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