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January 22 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm (MT) How do you move staff from skeptics to champions when it comes to change? According to Tyler Ferguson, OCLC’s Director of Implementation, change always starts with a focus on people. Join Tyler along with Elyse Wampler and Kristy Carlson, two of OCLC’s organization and learning consultants, as they expand this insight with more about where change management ties into larger projects. Learn how to effectively help your staff navigate through change based on research and best practices.
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Managers are often overworked and underwhelmed. Especially if you’re in middle management, it can feel like everyone needs something from you. Fortunately, you can learn from some of the best practices in management to help you feel more successful in your work.
Take this Interactive and informative hour to learn and nurture yourself so you can come back strong for your team. Everyone needs to sharpen their skills from time to time…sign-up for this program and make it your turn to learn!
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As leaders, our mindset, or perspective, affects our feelings and drives our actions. This mindset can also be called “energy”. And, whether we realize it or not, people sense our energy. Energy is how we “show up” in our careers and relationships.
When our energy is high, we can access our greatest creativity, innovation and wisdom. We present as inspiring and collaborative leaders. We feel positive, motivated and ready to serve. Yet, we are all faced with energy blocks that prevent us from accessing this higher energy. While there are both external and internal energy blocks, the four major internal blocks tend to be the most challenging to overcome. They block the flow of our true powerful and creative talents, they hold us back, slow us down, and limit our ability to assist those around us in gaining access to their own success. In this interactive and informative webinar, Jenna Cooley will share the four major energy blocks and strategies to overcome them. With this knowledge, leaders are more self-aware and better able to tap into their “higher coach” to overcome the barriers that keep them in survival mode so that they more readily resonate at a thriving level of energy.
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February 3 - March 1 $199 US Getting stuck in a professional rut can be toxic for the workplace. In order to be successful at your job, you need to be engaged and fulfilled and ensure that you are constantly growing and reflecting.
In this eCourse, you’ll learn how you can avoid getting stuck in a rut as well as how you can get yourself or your staff members unstuck when it happens. Within a “cone of safety,” you’ll work with the instructors to gain objective feedback and reflection on your work and management techniques and learn how to cultivate engagement and fulfillment.
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Helping people change : coaching with compassion for lifelong learning and growth by Richard E BoyatzisIn this powerful, practical book, emotional intelligence expert Richard Boyatzis and Weatherhead School of Management colleagues Melvin Smith and Ellen Van Oosten present a clear and hopeful message. The way to help someone learn and change, they say, cannot be focused primarily on problems that need to be addressed, but instead must connect to that person's positive vision of himself or herself, to an inspiring dream or goal they've long held. Filled with probing questions and exercises that encourage self-reflection, Helping People Change will forever change the way coaches, managers, teachers, parents, and all of us think about and practice what we do when we try to help.
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January 22 | 11:00am - 12:00pm (MT) Do you deal with incivility in the workplace? Have you ever experienced rudeness, impatience, or harassment before? A recent study found that 84% of Americans experience some form of incivility on average about 10 times a week. These incidents are often work-related and involve a look, an angry comment, open hostility, and everything in between.
This growing incivility impacts our brain chemistry and releases cortisol (the fight-or-flight chemical) because we feel threatened. At work, it compromises our ability to think, innovate, and perform. So, how do we deal with incivility and promote respect in the workplace? Join us on January 22 at 1 pm (EST) for an interactive discussion with Ralph Brandt from RDR Group, who has studied this subject for over 20 years. During this hour-long webinar event, Ralph will discuss how addressing situations before they get out of control could go a long way in reducing incivility. If we calm our emotions when we overreact and try to think rationally, we strengthen the mature brain, allowing us to respond wisely and with respect.
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This information session provides in-depth information relating to employment standards rules around general holiday and vacation entitlements in Alberta.
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*subscription required So you want to develop a successful training program. Where do you start? Right here! This fun and fast-paced course is for people with little or no experience building internal training—but who need to start now. Instructor David Brownlee has developed a quick start guide to developing a professional training program. It's a blueprint you can use to create amazing training in any subject, at any time, and deliver it with confidence. Learn how to set your goals before you begin, select the right medium, and use the art of storytelling to maximize learning engagement and retention. Long-time instructor and training developer David Brownlee also explains how to use video, design, and graphics effectively, and evaluate the effectiveness of your program over time.
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January 14 - February 10 $200 US Library staff face the challenge of providing good customer service, even in the face of difficult interactions. However, feeling - and being - safe at work takes much more than just customer service or active shooter training. A truly safe workplace is a welcoming workplace that reflects "kindness, mercy, tact, compassion, a desire to understand—and a generosity of spirit" for both customers and staff.
In this four-week course, participants will complete a Workplace Audit and Action Plan that will help them explore how their library can develop a safe and respectful service environment for visitors and staff. From policies and procedures to job descriptions, performance expectations, behavior and discipline rules and safety guidelines, we can build and maintain workplaces that make everyone feel welcome. During this course participants will examine current conditions in their own libraries – including everything from signage and bathrooms to parking lots, policies, and job descriptions with the goal to honestly assess them and develop practical plans for improvement.
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January 7 | 1:00pm - 2:30pm (MT) OR January 14 | 1:00pm - 2:30pm (MT) $87 US Goodbye bland, multi-page annual reports; Hello beautiful infographics your donors will love to read over and over again!
Your charity achieves amazing things thanks to the support of donors; you need to show them that difference they’ve made. But so many charities revert to the ‘what’ and ‘who’, packing pages upon pages with ineffective data and information that doesn’t connect or inspire. Join this webinar to learn how to create engaging and impactful annual report infographics which will delight, inform and inspire the supporters who give to or want to learn more about your organization.
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January 8 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm (MT) Does your organization need help directing its fundraising efforts? Planning focuses your organization by setting fundraising priorities and helps give staff and board members a roadmap to success.
This introductory class will provide you the basic steps for developing a fundraising plan, including tips on: - Making your case for support
- Diversifying your organization's fundraising base
- Creating a plan of action
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January 8 | 11:00am - 12:30pm (MT) OR January 15 | 1:00pm 0 2:30pm (MT) $87 US In “How to Excel in Online Applications and Get the Grant” we will address how to create a concise, compelling and competitive application for online grant application scenarios. Utilizing previously submitted applications, we will look at specific examples to see what works best to capture your grantmakers’ attention and discuss how to create strong online applications that win the grant for your organization.
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January 15 | 12:30pm - 2:00pm (MT)
You know video is a powerful storytelling medium and no one knows stories better than libraries! Get the facts on video marketing, basic tech tools and tips, and get your story shared. Learn how to tell your library’s story with video that you CAN do video cheaply, easily, AND effectively.
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Grantspace January 16 | 12:00pm - 1:30pm (MT) $49 US There’s always so much work to be done at a nonprofit—from planning to program implementation to fundraising, and more! When we’re able to confirm that our programs and initiatives are helping our constituents, there’s always a sense of pride and achievement. During this live, online training, you’ll learn exactly how to share your accomplishments and impact and gain more visibility in your community. We’ll additionally share how a customized marketing strategy can help you decide how to communicate your impact and share your story.
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Presenting to your municipal council can often feel like a dreaded ordeal. Hopefully by the end of this webinar you’ll have some new tools in your advocacy toolkit that will make council presentations something you look forward to.
We’ll cover: - The importance of tooting your own horn.
- Getting Council to care about what you’re saying.
- Deciding what information to highlight in your presentation.
- How to present the information for the best impact.
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On November 6, 2019 TAL hosted the webinar: How to Talk to Your MLA by Heather Klimchuk Former MLA and Cabinet Minister.
Topics covered in this webinar include: - Cultivating Connections through Strategic Advocacy.
- What does my MLA want to hear from me?
- Board Engagement, local library engagement.
- Annual Advocacy Day – I met my Library.
- New Best Friends -Who are these people?
- You have more power and influence than you think you do.
- Never underestimate your connections.
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*subscription required Deciding to champion an important initiative, a great cause, or a new idea is only half the battle. To get results, you need to inspire other people to take action. Luckily, persuasion is a skill you can learn. All it takes is the right preparation and approach. In this course, you can develop the mindset and skillset to drive results—for yourself, for your company, and for the people who can be positively impacted by your ideas. Discover how to connect with your audiences and speak to the conversation going on in their heads, and to frame your big asks so that people are eager to say yes. Professional speaker and coach Alexia Vernon teaches a simple and effective process to make heart-centered, high-impact persuasive communication your new norm.
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January 15 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm (MT) Kick off the new year with a plan to hit the ground running to promote your library and all that it offers. From advocacy to newsletters, social media to collection building, you’ll leave this webinar with actionable steps to keep your library and its value to the community top of mind all year long. Whether you’re facing a ballot initiative for funding, want a budget increase, or just want everyone to know what you offer, make plans to attend this webinar.
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Learn how to browse, start from scratch, and more.
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Having good free images and video stock footage can help you create a successful digital marketing campaign, website and print campaigns. During this webinar, we will explore sources for free copyright free images and video as well as how to analyze and select good images and video for your campaigns.
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Facebook Groups expert Bella Vasta shows you how to link your Facebook group with your Facebook business page and explains how to engage in your group using your profile or your business page. She also walks you through each of the Facebook group settings and alert options you can use to manage your group more effectively.
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Are you struggling to get engagement on your Instagram? Instagram expert Chalene Johnson explains why creating a dialogue with your audience could be the answer.
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Episode 24 Lisa at Oshkosh Public Library asks "Do you have any examples of libraries that do an exceptional job welcoming new cardholders? What do they focus on when someone signs up for a library card? How do they follow up to gauge their new cardholders' experiences and ultimately turn them into regular library users? I'm talking about libraries that do a great job engaging with new cardholders - not just bombarding them with all the rules involved with using the library."
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Episode 25 How do you keep the public informed about what the library has to offer? Often we promote a new product or service, but if patron missed that wave of new promotion they probably don’t know about it (especially databases and other electronic resources). In this episode, Angela explains the tiered or staggered distribution and how you can use them to get a longer promotional thread. Your promotions will be more successful because the excitement around them builds over time, not in one big burst.
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February 5 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm (MT) $59 US This webinar will outline the process a medium-sized special library took when the library staff was asked to drastically reduce the print collection to more effectively utilize space. A discussion of the steps that were taken and the lessons learned will be included to better prepare other libraries facing a similar challenge.
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January 14 | 9:00am - 10:00am (MT) Are you struggling to engage with the under 2 population in your library? This webinar is designed for practitioners who would like to build a stronger foundation in serving ages 0-2. Presenter Brooke Newberry will discuss developmental milestones, optimal formats, and content for library programming aimed at babies.
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January 14 | 10:00am - 11:00am (MT) Storytimes are standard early literacy programming in libraries, from babies to all ages and families. Many storytime library staff rely on classics and reliable favorites built around longtime storytime themes, but how often do you add new titles and refreshed themes to your rotation? What ways do you collaborate with storytime staff and collection development teams to share and develop new favorites and ideas?
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January 21 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm (MT) In this interactive webinar, Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss will encourage you to step gently out of your comfort zone and create storytime programs with a new twist and some unique razz-a-ma-taz! Jen will be presenting innovative, "Out of the Box" ideas for storytime planning and model NEW use-right-away songs, stories and activities.
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January 22 | 1:30pm - 3:00pm (MT) $65 US The ability to run a children’s art program is an important skill for library employees. Collaborative programs engage children physically, cognitively, and creatively and provide an opportunity for them to bond with one another and their caregivers. This workshop provides the theoretical and practical information needed to develop programs where participants work and create art together.
Children’s librarian Katherine Hickey and art educator Heather White equip participants with the knowledge, ideas, skills, and methodological theories necessary to successfully create collaborative art projects with children that can be displayed in the library. Participants will learn how guiding principles inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach can elevate the quality of a collaborative art project.
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Jump start your program planning with new ideas or variations on tried and true favorites in this rapid fire webinar. You don’t need expensive equipment or lots of extra staff to run these events. From easy to complex, for larger or smaller libraries, find ideas for diverse audiences here.
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What is an Escape Game? How is it different from an Escape Room? An Escape Game is a series of puzzles and challenges for library patrons to complete and thereby earn a reward. Unlike an Escape Room that requires constant monitoring, an Escape Game is a primarily self-directed program. Rather than being confined to a single room, in an Escape Game patrons explore many locations/collections in your library. Many groups and individuals can also participate simultaneously in an Escape Game.
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In this session we will describe our Librarian In Training program. LIT is a 14 week program that invites kids between the ages of 9-12 to discover how libraries work, culminating in a celebration of the children's dedication and service. LIT participants spend two weeks in every department of the library from circulation to maintenance, first meeting staff and discovering how each department operates, then completing a related project or assisting with specific tasks. LIT takes children beyond traditional job shadowing and allows them to contribute in a meaningful way to our library's work.
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Begins January 6 Code Club is a global network of volunteers and educators who run free coding clubs for 9- to 13-year-olds. This short course will give you the confidence and skills to run a Code Club for young people and inspire the next generation to get excited about computing and digital making. You’ll get practical advice and tips from volunteers, teachers, and the Code Club team, and you’ll explore the free resources which Code Club provides.
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Steam Play & Learn : Fun Step-by-Step Projects About Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math! by Ana DziengelSTEAM Play & Learn is an introduction to STEAM topics (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) for preschoolers with fun, interactive, easy-to-follow, step-by-step activities.
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January 7 | 10:00am - 10:45am (MT) Gale Primary Sources is receiving interface enhancements designed to increase access to library resources and have a greater impact on user success. In this webinar, we'll share what's changing with Gale Primary Sources, including both interface and specific tool enhancements. Join us to learn how these improvements will help users research smarter, not harder. (Learn more about these enhancements at https://www.gale.com/product-enhancements.) This session will be recorded for those who can't attend.
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Braille Centre for Equitable Library Service January 15 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm (MT) Curious about braille? In this webinar you will learn what you need to know to offer braille materials to your patrons, including the different types of braille, delivery options for your patrons and supporting braille literacy efforts.
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January 23 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm (MT) $10 US Libraries can be stressful environments. They are places where people of different ages, abilities, personalities and backgrounds come together. Add to a busy environment with lots of demands, and conflicts can spark. What are research-based and practical strategies for calming conflict with patrons and colleagues?
Attendees of this webinar will learn: - Strategies for dealing with conflict with colleagues
- Strategies for dealing with conflict with patrons
- Verbal Judo basics
- What happens to our brains and bodies in conflict
- Scripts and conversation suggestions for dealing with conflict
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January 23 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm (MT) Sometimes, community services in rural areas don’t have resources to meet growing needs. As such, libraries become the primary service provider for those experiencing homelessness in the community. In an already busy library, how can you assist with food, safety, hygiene, and social needs? Is it even your role to do so? What about mental health, opiate addiction, disruptive behaviors, and policies? In this session, learn practical tips to serve the homeless, avoid burnout, encourage community conversations and link patrons to available resources. Learn from one Library Director’s mistakes and successes, and discuss your libraries’ unique challenges together.
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February 4 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm (MT) $32.99 early rate / $41.99 regular rate Whether sharing bad news with a client, providing corrective action or talking with a colleague about an uncomfortable issue, difficult conversations are typically stressful and often take a large mental and emotional toll. Many people avoid difficult conversations for these reasons, or find themselves ill prepared when they must have them. Yet, the ability to handle difficult conversations respectfully and professionally is one of the most important skills for success in the workplace. This webinar will review the key elements of preparing for, conducting, and concluding difficult conversations.
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February 5 | 12:30pm - 2:00pm (MT) $90 US Presenting at a conference can be both a major professional opportunity and a major personal challenge. Whether you are sharing a successful project, exciting research, or you’ve been tasked with teaching your peers about a new aspect of library work, there’s a lot of preparation that goes into a successful presentation.
In this workshop, Marci Cohen, a public services librarian and experienced presenter, shows how to engage and inform your audience while avoiding common pitfalls. Cohen teaches how to tailor the content to the audience and the setting, eliminate distractions, and how to effectively use—but not over-use—technology. You’ll learn about time management and simple steps you can take to help things go smoothly, whether you are presenting on your own or as part of a larger panel.
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The Pareto Principle suggests 80 percent of something is caused or is affected by 20 percent of something else. Pareto was an Italian economist who saw that 80 percent of the peas in his garden came from only 20 percent of his pea pods. And 20 percent of his chickens laid 80 percent of his eggs. You get the idea. When it comes to the behaviors of certain library patrons (let’s call them Archetypes), we can say that 20 percent of this list of 12 can burn up 80 percent of your staff time, cause 80 percent of your conflicts, or create 80 percent of the staff discomfort level. We can create stereotypical behavioral profiles of these 12 who can make being a library staff member challenging.
This webinar looks at the behavioral patterns and conduct issues of these 12 patrons. It offers realistic tools on how to help them and cope with their idiosyncrasies, demands, and quirks. - The Patron with 1,000 Questions
- The Sexually Harassing Patron
- The Staking Patron
- The Lonely Patron
- The Entitled and Rude Patron
- The Tweenaged Patron
- The Technologically-Confused Patron
- The Elderly or Disabled Patron
- The Patron Who Misses the “Old Days” at the Library
- The Patron Who Monopolizes Staff Time
- The Patron Who Expects Too Much of Staff
- The Patron Who Hogs or Misuses the Internet
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In this edition of Library 101 we will discuss the importance of weeding. We also discuss the different resources you have available to set up a weeding policy such as the C.R.E.W. Manual and the Field Notes blog (ndslfieldnotes.wordpress.com)
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STEM programs are a fun way to engage kids and encourage them to learn outside of school. Everyone in the library has a role to play in providing a high-quality STEM experience in your community. During this webinar, frontline library staff and those not directly involved with STEM programming will learn different ways to support STEM programs and initiatives at their libraries. A great fit for circ staff, pages, and libraries that may not have the capacity to provide STEM programs but still want to support STEM learning in their communities.
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*subscription required Learn Adobe Illustrator on your lunch break. This short introductory course teaches you the basics of this industry-standard vector art tool in 30 minutes. Once you have these fundamental techniques out of the way, you can move on to more in-depth training and hone your skills in the areas you want to focus. Instructor and Illustrator expert Tony Harmer takes you through a complete project from start to finish. Start here to learn how to draw and transform basic shapes, use colors and gradients, apply complex adjustments with layers, and add vibrant text.
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In this free PowerPoint 2016 tutorial, learn how to use themes and background styles, add pictures and clip art, modify charts and lists, and do more to create standout presentations.
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This free online course focuses on five important aspects of Word 2016 with step-by-step demonstrations of how to use the core features and functions in Word 2016. Microsoft Word 2016 is a word processing application that allows you to create a variety of documents, such as letters, resumes, and more. This course will be of great interest to all learners who would like to learn more about the features and functionality of Word 2016.
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The evaluation and measurement of library services by Joseph R Matthews
This guide provides library directors, managers, and administrators in all types of libraries with complete and up-to-date instructions on how to evaluate library services in order to improve them. |
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Designed for touch-enabled devices such as laptops and tablets, Auto Repair Source offers a user-friendly search experience and access to a wealth of information to help users diagnose, repair and maintain today's complex vehicles. Diagrams and images can be easily magnified and printed.
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Join Brian Pichman of the Evolve Project as he highlights this year’s most significant technology achievements and 20 new pieces of tech to look out for 2020. In this thought provoking webinar; discuss trends and plan for an exciting 2020!
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January 21 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm (MT) Interviewing each prospective volunteer can seem overwhelming, but it's one of the best ways to ensure that the volunteers you recruit are the volunteers you need. This webinar introduces a variety of question types used in volunteer interviews and offers strategies for honing your interview skills. Materials will be provided to help you implement this process in your organization, as well as a training syllabus so you can learn how to recruit and train a volunteer staff to assist with prospective volunteer interviews.
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In this video, Eli Mina discusses whether a "dysfunction-free Board" exists. He then describes two common dysfunctions, silence and bullying, and how they can lead to flawed decisions. He then shares a story about the extreme damage inflicted by silence. He concludes by proposing three measures to engage silent members in discussions, so the Board can benefit from their insights and wisdom.
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January 14 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm (MT) Nearly everyone wants to make some kind of change in their life whether its losing weight, overcoming anxiety and depression, increasing their confidence, improving their relationships, or just managing their time better. Yet nearly everyone struggles to make the important changes in their lives.
In this webinar you will discover: - Why change is challenging
- The 4 universal reasons we get stuck and suffer
- The ways in which your mind tricks you into not changing
- An easy technique to actually Unlock Bold Change today
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January 16 | 9:00am - 10:00am (MT) Gen Z is the queerest generation according to recent studies and every community, no matter how large or small, how urban or rural, has queer teens & tweens in it. Because of that, it's more important now than ever to make sure libraries are serving their young queer patrons. This webinar will aim to teach attendees how to better provide services to queer teens & tweens in populations both big and small. We’ll cover topics including programming, collection development, customer service, and other accommodations that can help create a welcoming environment for queer teens & tweens to thrive in.
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January 22 | 1:00pm - 2:00pm (MT) Dissent and conflict are critical components of progress and are catalysts that move individuals, institutions, and communities toward systemic change. Author Cass Sunstein writes, "Behavior that is sensible, prudent, and courteous is likely to lead individuals and societies to blunder." Librarianship, on the whole, is prone to such behavior, choosing conformity over conflict, and inertia over action. Authentic dissent in librarianship can be a catalyst to facilitate positive change against systemic oppression in libraries, and in society at large.
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January 23 | 10:00am - 11:00am (MT) Are you inadvertently creating access barriers that prevent your patrons from using the library? Do your policies and procedures create barriers for your community? This webinar will help you recognize institutional barriers and how they disenfranchise the populations that need library services the most. You will leave the webinar with the ability to recognize unintentional barriers and with real-life examples of implementing change.
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Child abuse is a serious, pervasive and complex issue experienced by approximately 1/3 of Canadians. All adults who work with children and youth have an obligation to report suspected abuse. Talking with a child or youth about suspected abuse or making a report is often very stressful. Knowing what signs to look for, how to respond and what to expect when you report can help make this difficult situation more manageable. This session is designed to increase the capacity of adults who work with children and youth to: - Recognize behavioral and physical signs of potential child abuse - Respond to children and youth who disclose or give subtle verbal clues - Confidently report suspected child abuse.
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In our new world of fake news and “alternative facts”, teaching students how to navigate and evaluate information is challenging. Join us to learn about the right combination of tools to teach students essential information literacy skills so they can evaluate sources and find authoritative content for their research needs. We will also discuss how to teach students about the consequences of disinformation so that they will be motivated to avoid it in their school work and personal lives.
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How can libraries meet the needs of the underserved tween population? In this webinar, we will discuss ways library staff can create an environment for children ages 8-12, bridge the programming gap between story times and teen nights, and foster a lifelong love for libraries. Over the last two years, Springville Public Library in Springville, Utah has been developing strategies to help tweens feel engaged, connected, and valued as library users. This webinar will present ideas for collection development, programming, and spaces for tweens.
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Do you struggle to keep abreast of changes in your job, emerging technologies, or the library and information profession as a whole? Are you looking for opportunities to make yourself stand out as an employee or library professional? This webinar, led by Landing a Library Job author Deloris Jackson Foxworth, will uncover different ways you can stay relevant and gain leverage in the ever-changing library and information profession. While some of these suggestions may have costs associated with them, Deloris will include some creative approaches to professional development that can minimize or, in some cases, avoid costs all together.
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Journal me organized : the complete guide to practical and creative planning by Rebecca SpoonerWhether you're rearranging your laundry room, planning the week's menus, outlining your dream vacation, or training for your first 5K, Journal Me Organized provides all the information you need to eliminate mental clutter, focus on goals, and enjoy a creative outlet. Author Rebecca Spooner covers everything, from choosing a notebook and the basics of cross-referencing to the intricacies of different types of journaling, planning, goal setting, and time management. The fun truly begins with Spooner's inspirational pages, clever ideas, and easy-to-follow instructions. She provides tutorials, sample lettering to trace, and templates that range from minimalist daily spreads to exuberant designs that capture the joy of holidays, birthdays, and personal milestones.
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OLA Superconference 2020 Toronto, ON January 29 - February 1 The Ontario Library Association is Canada’s largest library organization and OLA’s Super Conference is Canada’s largest continuing education event in librarianship. Within the Super Conference event is the country’s largest library tradeshow. The program is a tribute to the ability of OLA members to balance the cutting edge and the practical in a way that can satisfy an increasingly diverse number of member interests and needs.
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February 6 - 7 In a swiftly changing landscape our capacity for adaptive behaviour is ever challenged and ever evolving. Our ability to think creatively, to image novel solutions to workplace health and safety issues is a major asset. Now, with regulatory, environmental and societal change occurring at a breakneck pace, human adaptability is likely to face its biggest test and yield its biggest rewards yet.
Join us for the 18th Annual Alberta Health & Safety Conference in Banff Alberta, as we navigate through ever changing times and learn to adapt successfully.
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February 25 - 29 Offered biennially, the PLA Conference is the premier event for public libraries, drawing thousands of librarians, library support staff, trustees, friends, and library vendors from across the country and around the world. This multi-day event offers over 120 top-quality education programs, inspirational and entertaining speakers, social events that include author luncheons and networking receptions, and a bustling exhibits hall featuring the latest in products and services.
The PLA Conference is presented by the Public Library Association (PLA), the largest association dedicated to supporting the unique and evolving needs of public library professionals. In collaboration with its parent organization, the American Library Association, PLA strives to help its members shape the essential institution of public libraries by serving as an indispensable ally for public library leaders.
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SALC 2020: Looking Back, Moving Forward Lethbridge, AB March 5 - 7 Hindsight is 20/20. It’s easy to know the right thing to do after the fact: what worked, what didn’t, what could be done differently? Join us at the 11th annual Southern Alberta Library Conference, as we reflect on how libraries can move forward, together.
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March 19 - 20 This conference focuses on the challenges, needs, and opportunities unique to women leaders. In addition to learning insights and strategies to help you become more effective in your leadership role, there will be opportunities to network, connect, and have fun. Be prepared to share your experiences and learn from women who are curious, inspirational, and engaged in their workplaces.
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March 31 - April 2 Computers in Libraries provides a unique, annual opportunity for library and information professionals from all over the world to gather together and discuss the myriad of ways technology continues to impact libraries and the people who use them. Join more than 1,000 of your peers to learn, share, and celebrate the technologies and people that are shaping the future of libraries.
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Disclaimer: The links provided in this newsletter are intended to inform subscribers about information and learning opportunities that may be of interest. Inclusion in this newsletter does not constitute a recommendation by Marigold Library System or its staff members. |
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