Leadership, Professional Articles

Article: Amplify Your Impact: Moving from a Promotion Strategy to an Engagement Strategy

My article "Amplify Your Impact: Moving from a Promotion Strategy to an Engagement Strategy," published in the latest issue of "Reference & User Services Quarterly," a publication of the American Library Association's Reference and User Services Association.  Excerpt: We all want the same thing: To get more people to use more library services more often, and… Continue reading Article: Amplify Your Impact: Moving from a Promotion Strategy to an Engagement Strategy

Leadership, Professional Development, Professional Speaking

Library Journal Course: Social Media Made Simple

On May 31, 2017, I taught my second Library Journal "Social Media Made Simple" class. Love sharing insights with library professionals across the country. Summary: Learn tools and tactics to help you use social media to build your outreach to current and future patrons. This 4-week online course mixes live keynote presentations and hands-on projects in… Continue reading Library Journal Course: Social Media Made Simple

Leadership, Professional Development

3 things I learned by trading my office desk for a service desk

As a leader in my organization, one of my duties is to understand how service is delivered to the customer. In response to that need, and to feedback from our staff, my fellow leaders and I have made a point to visit – and work in – our branches, to get a better understanding of… Continue reading 3 things I learned by trading my office desk for a service desk