First job

13 May I need help managing the stress of my job search!

Stressed out by the job search? Anxious about what’s on the other side? You’re not alone. Fear, frustration, and general tension (both physical and emotional) are common side effects of the effort to identify your next role. But there are ways to counteract them. Fortunately, there…

14 Nov How can I make the most of my first job?

You want to make a splash at your first job and set your path to success. To that end, you want to filter through the countless pieces of advice out there and get the really good nuggets of wisdom to help you succeed. Here, experts…

24 Apr How can I ace the first few days in my new job?

Everyone wants to be a success in their first week in a new job.  You’ve worked hard for this opportunity and you want to stand out and do well!  By taking time to focus on 5 simple tips, you can quickly be a success in your…

10 May How can I spot a dysfunctional work environment?

First and foremost, trust your instincts. Every interaction with your potential future employer from point of contact will provide a fairly clear indication of whether or not the work environment in question is going to be a healthy one for you. Organizational dysfunction is generally…

10 May What can I do to get my first library job?

Make time to be an intern or volunteer. Some public libraries hire directly from library school but in general, libraries prefer people with experience. Networking in critical in the library world, so avail yourself of opportunities to join professional associations at a reduced student rate…

10 May What are the best ways to start a job search?

Use the career center at your school. Speak to your professors, volunteer for events offered by professional associations. Take a look at the websites of companies for which you'd like to work and determine what key competencies they are looking for and make sure you…

10 May How do I get a job after not working for awhile?

Attend professional association meetings; make sure your skill sets are current. Stay in touch with former colleagues. Review listservs and the LibGig website. Attend conferences if possible. Join professional networking sites like LinkedIn.

10 May How do I get library experience without an MLIS degree?

It is great that you see the importance of working in a library and gaining experience prior to enrolling in a graduate program. The more experience you have prior to receiving your MLIS, the easier and less stressful it will be for you to find…