Embedded Business Librarianship for the Public Librarian

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Alvarez, Barbara A., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Business librarians.

Embedded librarians.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (120 p.)

Place of Publication:

ALA Editions

Summary:

Embedded Business Librarianship: building transformative connections with your public library's business community will deliver the actionable steps that public libraries can take to begin Embedded Business Librarianship in their library and community. Taken from experience, the best approaches to developing sustainable partnerships in the business community, building new patron loyalty, and creating dynamic digital and library initiatives will be described. Additionally, the reader will learn step-by-step instructions for becoming embedded, as well as examples of successful workshops and programs. This book will equip the library professional with the tools to become a participatory librarian that is dedicated to the success of the community's small business owners, professionals, and job seekers. After reading Embedded Business Librarianship: building transformative connections with your public library's business community, the library professional will be able to:Understand his/her role as an Embedded Business Librarian: what it is, what it is not, and its goalsAcquaint himself/herself with the library's business community through preliminary research and networking in order to begin implementing the position as detailed in a five-step processBecome a liaison that ensures clear and effective communication between the library, business community, and organizationsPosition himself/herself as a local expert, speaker, and trainer that brings values to businesses and careersCreate continuing engagement and educational opportunities with the community through digital initiatives and in-library events and workshopsUtilize the recommended resources, books, blogs, training, and networking opportunities for further growth within the Embedded Business Librarian position

Contents:

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication

Contents

Acknowledgments

Introduction

1 | Embedded Business Librarianship

2 | Getting to Know Your Library’s Business Community

3 | Navigating the Business Community

4 | Networking with the Three Core Groups of the Business Community

5 | Bringing It Back to the Library

6 | The Embedded Business Librarian as Liaison

7 | Continuing Education for the Embedded Business Librarian

8 | Putting It All Together

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ISBN:

0-8389-1482-9