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Tales of a Librarian

Tales of a Librarian

Thoughts on librarianship and service.

Category: Professionalism

Not giving up, just moving on

On May 15, Instagram told me that five years ago I graduated with my Master’s of Library and Information Science degree. July will mark fifteen years since…… Read more “Not giving up, just moving on”

May 15, 2020March 31, 2021 by Jeffrey

Out! Out, Damn Ego!

Recently, I was a minor participant in a Twitter thread that began here. There was a lot of activity and I can’t comment on all of it,…… Read more “Out! Out, Damn Ego!”

November 26, 2019December 4, 2019 by Jeffrey

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?”

February 28, 2019May 6, 2019 by Jeffrey

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”

January 8, 2019May 6, 2019 by Jeffrey

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”

December 12, 2018 by Jeffrey

Navigating the Horrible Valley of Librarian Job Searches

Last year, I was approached by someone who wanted me to contribute to their new librarian website. Flattered, I jumped at the chance. I began trading emails…… Read more “Navigating the Horrible Valley of Librarian Job Searches”

November 30, 2018December 2, 2018 by Jeffrey

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”

November 5, 2018November 5, 2018 by Jeffrey

My Worst Job Interview Experience, Part 1

Do not apply for a job at the University of Cincinnati. It took me two-and-a-half years to get a job after I started looking for professional positions.…… Read more “My Worst Job Interview Experience, Part 1”

September 11, 2018November 5, 2018 by Jeffrey

I’m Fully Staffed Again!, or, I Needed a Drink

Recently, a candidate accepted a job offer to work for me. This means that for the first time since the end of June I’m fully staffed in…… Read more “I’m Fully Staffed Again!, or, I Needed a Drink”

September 5, 2018November 5, 2018 by Jeffrey

So, Where Am I Going, Anyway?

In reference to my last post, and maybe in continuation of it, I’m asking a question about the rest of my career. This is also a continuation…… Read more “So, Where Am I Going, Anyway?”

August 9, 2018November 5, 2018 by Jeffrey

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