Author Archives: cbecker53

Neutral?

Posted on December 20, 2016 by cbecker53

I wish we didn’t have to keep talking about this, but we do. As Feral Librarian explains in Never Neutral, neutral is really nothing more than a gear in your car.

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Snow!

Posted on December 16, 2016 by cbecker53
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Tears?

Posted on December 13, 2016 by cbecker53

So we recently talked about being new to management. Today we talk about what to do when as a new (or not so new!) manager you give feedback that results in tears, anger, or gossip.

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New to Management?

Posted on December 9, 2016 by cbecker53

First of all, if you’re not interested in management, don’t do it. If you’re better at the day-to-day functions of the library (or whatever organization you work in), do that.

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High Expectations in 2016

Posted on December 6, 2016 by cbecker53

What do Americans expect from their public libraries? The short answer is “a lot.”

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Library Photo of the Month–December 2016

Posted on December 1, 2016 by cbecker53

A May road trip took us to several public libraries in nearby small communities. One is the charming Black Earth Public Library.

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Thankful

Posted on November 23, 2016 by cbecker53

May you find something, however large or small, to be truly thankful for this week. 

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Add Value

Posted on November 18, 2016 by cbecker53

We talk and hear a lot about how libraries provide value to their communities. But what does that really mean?    

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Libraries are Safe Places

Posted on November 15, 2016 by cbecker53

In the aftermath of a contentious Presidential election in the United States, many people are now fearful of being targeted because of their race, gender, sexual preference, or even because of who they voted for. In the midst of uncertainty, … Continue reading →

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“In a Public Institution, Even Minor Actions Can Have Widespread Consequences”

Posted on November 9, 2016 by cbecker53

The Surprising Political Power of Libraries  

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