This August I officially reentered the life of a college student. I’m currently enrolled in San Jose State University’s iSchool’s Post-Master’s Certificate program. It’s a 16 credit…… Read more “Let’s See How This Goes: Returning to School”
Category: Leadership
I Got the Power: ALA Leadership Institute
From August 4 through 8 I was fortunate to attend the 2019 ALA Leadership Institute. When I went there I really had no idea what to expect.…… Read more “I Got the Power: ALA Leadership Institute”
Here Come the Big Boss?
This is a thought that I’ve been having, lately. “I want to be Dean someday.” The thrust of my career appears to be on a management track.…… Read more “Here Come the Big Boss?”
Let’s Break Some Shit
Over the last few months I’ve been in a, “Well, now what?” period of my career. I’ve steered my department through crisis and now that it’s passed…… Read more “Let’s Break Some Shit”
Setting the Sail
A few weeks ago, working the circulation desk was becoming very difficult for me. Which is a bad thing, as a public services librarian. I’m certain that…… Read more “Setting the Sail”
Big Picture Librarian
We are part of an amazing profession built on helping others. As I’ve been pondering my next steps in the profession and what my place is in…… Read more “Big Picture Librarian”
Swimming with Purpose
In a few short weeks the new semester begins. This will be my second academic year in this position. Over the last year there have been so…… Read more “Swimming with Purpose”
Emotionalism, the Trials of Public Service, & Vulcans
We’ve all been there. You’ve got a line backed up to the exits, the phone is ringing off the hook, and a patron is standing there wanting to…… Read more “Emotionalism, the Trials of Public Service, & Vulcans”
Things They Don’t Teach in Library School: Part 1, Collective Grieving
It is a dark time for the library. A few months ago, one of my employees –a woman in her early forties — was diagnosed with colon…… Read more “Things They Don’t Teach in Library School: Part 1, Collective Grieving”
Recent Observations
Combing through a pile of job applicants is one of my least favorite parts of my job. When the job demands clear communication skills and attention to…… Read more “Recent Observations”
Tales of a Librarian 