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A library tech perspective on job hunting, story time & more

Each of us probably has a system we use to help us prepare for and participate in the interview process. Although there may be an art to doing an interview, having a strategy for preparing for the process can help us practice a bit of science as well.

The joys of job hunting

My journey to a library technician position began five months before graduation. Starting so early helped me relax gave me the time to do the necessary research, refine and alter my approach, and face rejections.

Technical Expertise

Library tech services are crucial to social well-being during a pandemic

Core tech services such as internet connectivity and access to computing devices are crucial to those people who do not have an alternate means of access in their local communities.

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Libraries upholding privacy values: Lynda.com and LinkedIn Learning Migration

The migration of Lynda.com to LinkedIn Learning involves a sign in that breaches public libraries' attempts to protect patron information.

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Darcy Glidden

This month, The Library IT Crowd features Darcy Glidden.

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Helen McDonnell

This month, The Library IT Crowd features Helen McDonnell.

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Darin White

We showcase some of the great library professionals currently working with technology, get to know them, and share their experiences.

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Marni Tam

This month The Library IT crowd features Marni Tam.

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Monica Socol

Monica Socol manages the Digital Technology Services team ats the Hamilton Public Library ...

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Chris Jasztrab

Welcome to The Library IT Crowd, a column brought to you by the Ontario Library and Information Technology Association (OLITA). We showcase some of…

The Library IT Crowd

Jonathan Younker

Welcome to The Library IT Crowd, a column brought to you by the Ontario Library and Information Technology Association (OLITA). We showcase some of…

The Library IT Crowd

Pekka Reinio

Welcome to The Library IT Crowd, a column brought to you by the Ontario Library and Information Technology Association (OLITA). We showcase some of…

The Library IT Crowd

Krista Robinson

Welcome to The Library IT Crowd, a column brought to you by the Ontario Library and Information Technology Association (OLITA). We showcase some of…

The Library IT Crowd

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