Up-Cycled: The Delicate and Often Frustrating Balance of being the “New” Librarian as a Seasoned Professional

Presenters/Authors

Dawn Nikki Cannon-Rech, Georgia Southern UniversityFollow
Caren Agata, Savannah State UniversityFollow
Lauren McMillan, Georgia Southern UniversityFollow

Document Type

Presentation

Presentation Date

6-24-2017

Abstract or Description

A new position can be excited and daunting. There is always an adjustment period as one learns the culture of a new organization. However, having significant experience in the profession often facilitates a set of frustrations that may not be anticipated by the employee or the employer. Hear from librarians fresh from the job switch as they detail challenges in being new, but seasoned librarian professionals. Join the discussion to build upon strategies for avoiding common pitfalls and creating expectations that lead to a successful transition for both parties.

Additional Information

This presentation was given at the ALA Annual Conference and Exhibition in Chicago (June 22-27, 2017.)

Sponsorship/Conference/Institution

American Library Association Conference

Location

Chicago, IL

Recommended Citation

Cannon-Rech, Dawn Nikki, Caren Agata, Lauren McMillan. 2017. "Up-Cycled: The Delicate and Often Frustrating Balance of being the “New” Librarian as a Seasoned Professional." Library Faculty Presentations. Presentation 159.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/lib-facpresent/159