Fri, 27 November 2009 John Pecoraro, Coordinator of the Big Country Library System, discusses developing a Continuity Book to ensure essential services will continue when staffing changes occur in small libraries. length: Comments[0] |
Mon, 23 November 2009 Join Dawn Vogler for part two of her talk with Julie Todaro on staff conduct policies. In part one of this podcast, Julie discussed her famous LAMA article called, "Reasonable Expectation of Adult Behavior," introduced the concept of staff conduct policies and then talked about when a manager might consider a policy like this for their organization. In this episode, we talk with Julie to find out the specific categories managers might want to address in their staff conduct policies. They also cover some issues around how employees dress for work at the library and whether or not such a policy can help clarify certain employer expectations. View Julie's handout on staff conduct policies here. length: Comments[0] |
Thu, 19 November 2009 Carolyn Davidson Brewer explains how to diversify your collection and reach more segments of your community by including non-reviewed materials. She has some tips on how to identify materials worth purchasing when a review is not easily available. length: Comments[0] |
Mon, 9 November 2009 Two librarians in Northeast Texas describe how a demographic study helps them provide better service to their communities. length: Comments[0] |
Mon, 2 November 2009 Kathleen Baxter, children literature consultant, talks about books that can appeal to boys and to home schooled children. length: Comments[0] |


