Author Archives: cbecker53

Aha, 2014!

Posted on January 2, 2014 by cbecker53

I’m not that smart, I know.  I never think I know it all.  But sometimes I think I know quite a lot.  🙂  Still, I am never surprised when I learn something new, even when it’s something so obvious.  I … Continue reading →

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Time Out

Posted on December 22, 2013 by cbecker53

I’m taking some time off from the blog around the holidays.  See you after the first of the year, or maybe sooner!      

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Holiday Cheer for Libraries!

Posted on December 18, 2013 by cbecker53

In the past week there have been several news items that spell good news for libraries—and these are like early Christmas presents for us: How Americans Value Public Libraries from Pew Internet and American Life Project.  (Answer: very highly!) Libraries … Continue reading →

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Let it Snow!

Posted on December 12, 2013 by cbecker53

In keeping with the season:  

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Blogger Burnout?

Posted on December 9, 2013 by cbecker53

I don’t actually think I suffer from blogger burnout—I think I am just lazy.  But, the effect may be the same—there are times I don’t feel like blogging, and others when I don’t know what to blog about. I keep … Continue reading →

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We’re All in This Together

Posted on December 5, 2013 by cbecker53

I like to think that when I am part of a library organization, I am on their team, and I understand that the library’s success is a team effort, we’re all in this together, and we all have to work … Continue reading →

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Did You Enjoy Black Friday?

Posted on December 2, 2013 by cbecker53

I know I’m getting old(ish)—so you don’t have to tell me.  I do remember a time when there was no such thing as Black Friday.  Well, I guess the stores were open, but they didn’t open at midnight on Thursday, … Continue reading →

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It’s a Wonderful Life

Posted on November 25, 2013 by cbecker53

As you know.  I am retired.  I love being retired.  But I also like continuing to be engaged with my profession, at the level I choose.   Here’s what I’ve been up to lately, professionally and personally: I recently finished teaching … Continue reading →

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More Proof that Libraries are Essential

Posted on November 22, 2013 by cbecker53

I’ve told you before, and I’ll tell you again: Libraries are essential! Here’s another article to add to that list: Libraries are Essential After Disasters. It is important that you be able to demonstrate to your elected officials how libraries … Continue reading →

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Why?

Posted on November 19, 2013 by cbecker53

Well, here’s a simple idea:  Ask “Why?” “Don’t just stand there–do something.” “We need to change the organization.” I’m big on doing stuff, too. But I’ve learned that being busy doesn’t necessarily lead to what I want to achieve. Why? … Continue reading →

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