by Naomi House, MLIS How To Suck At Volunteering Surprise! This is not really and truly a list of how to suck at volunteering! I could have just as easily called it How to be Great at Volunteering. So why the negative slant in the title? Because I have been a bad volunteer and I learned more…
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Crowdsourcing, Digital Volunteering and Science
Crowdsourcing, Digital Volunteering and Science by Gabrielle Spiers, Senior Editor One of the great things about the internet is that it brings people together from all over the world and allows them to collaborate on projects. Many people have heard of the Citizen Archivist Dashboard, which is part of the National Archives. It allows people…
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Anastasia Chiu on the Job Hunt, Volunteering & More
In order to better reflect how LIS folk currently feel I am removing all interviews that are more than 1 year old. This interview may no longer be up to date or reflect the interviewee/interviewees’ positions, so it has been harvested to the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine (see link below) and removed from INALJ. All…
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I can do that! Volunteering in Library Land
I can do that! Volunteering in Library Land by Mary-Michelle Moore, Senior Editor One of the tried and true pieces of library job hunting advice is to get experience in a library – any experience. If you can’t find a job, volunteer. The problem with just going to volunteer in a library is the types…
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How I Really Feel about Volunteering
by Sarah Roark Schott, Head Editor, INALJ Arizona previously published 11/1/13 How I Really Feel about Volunteering There have been some great articles here at INALJ about the pros and cons of volunteering, and why you should or should not consider doing it. Overall, I think everyone here acknowledges that volunteering can be a great…
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How Volunteering May Actually Be Hurting Your Job Hunt
by Lisa Huntsha, Head Editor, INALJ Sweden previously published on 6/19/13 How Volunteering may actually be Hurting your Job Hunt If you’re job hunting, undoubtedly countless people have suggested that you spend some time volunteering. This can, of course, be beneficial for a several reasons: You can get your foot in the door at a…
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Why I like Volunteering
by Gabrielle Spiers, Head Editor, INALJ Montana Why I like Volunteering There have been several articles on INALJ over the years about the pros and cons of volunteering but rather than go into that I thought I would talk about how volunteering has helped me. So what kind of volunteer work do I do? Well I am the…
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Volunteering is good karma: the many successes of INALJ volunteers
by Rachael Altman, Head Editor for INALJ Illinois, and Volunteer Coordinator Volunteering is good karma: the many successes of INALJ volunteers Let’s face the facts: finding a job is not easy. It takes a lot of hard work, dedication, and grit to land a job. Sifting through hundreds of job postings. Sending dozens of resumes…
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Volunteering in Local Government
by Rebecca Vogler, Head Editor, INALJ Nevada Volunteering in Local Government In the summer of 2010, as I was getting close to finishing my undergraduate program and begin my exciting journey into the world of library science that following January, I was given a bit of advice that I believe has helped me tremendously ever…
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Volunteering for INALJ
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Volunteering in Storyland
by Ashley Mancill, Head Editor, INALJ Alabama Volunteering in Storyland We all have heard how volunteering can serve as job experience and provide those who are seeking a career in librarianship an opportunity to network. But it can be beneficial in other ways, too. Some find it relaxing while others say they find satisfaction in…
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Other Benefits of Volunteering
by Nena Schvaneveldt, Head Editor, INALJ Utah Other Benefits of Volunteering When I was 14, I started volunteering at a local hospital. My parents wanted me to get experience and give back, as well as help my college applications stand out. For several years, I volunteered in order to get something in return. Even in…
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Perspectives on Internships and Volunteering from a Sole-Staffer
by Rebecca Crago, Head Editor, INALJ Virginia Perspectives on Internships and Volunteering from a Sole-Staffer I am scheduled to speak at MARAC (Mid-Atlantic Regional Archives Conference) coming up in Erie, PA (my hometown!) on April 25-27, regarding volunteer efficacy from the standpoint of a small institution. And boy, as a solo-librarian and archivist who manages…
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How to get library experience volunteering from your home
by Duda Trickovic, Head Editor, Prince Edward Island How to get library experience volunteering from your home Finding that first job in a library can be challenging. I just wanted to mention some of the less conventional ways for getting some a relevant experience. Thanks to the widespread use of technology, there are ways to…
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On Volunteering
First I just want to say a HUGE thanks to my volunteers both past and present! It is amazing what a little bit of coordination and a whole lot of volunteers can do. INALJ, the daily jobs digest, is much more robust than even a few short months ago due in no small part to…
Articles, Interviews About non-Library Jobs
On Sales Manager Work : an Interview with Kate Kosturski
This is an interview with Kate Kosturski, currently Sales Manager for Europe for AIP Publishing, done by Naomi House of INALJ. This is part of INALJ’s 2020 series on non-library jobs for library workers. On Sales Manager Work : an Interview with Kate Kosturski Q1: Thanks so much for taking the time to help us better…
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On Coordinator of Volunteers Work : an Interview with Amber Loveless
This is an interview with Amber Loveless, currently the Assistant Community Library Manager in a bustling community and formerly the Coordinator of Volunteers at a hospice, done by Naomi House of INALJ. This is part of INALJ’s 2020 series on non-library jobs for library workers. On Coordinator of Volunteers Work : an Interview with Amber…
Articles, Interviews About non-Library Jobs
On Trainer Developer, Intranet Specialist & IT Specialist Work : an Interview with Max Macias
This is an interview with Max Macias, an independent librarian, author, and editor, done by Naomi House of INALJ. This is part of INALJ’s 2020 series on non-library jobs for library workers. On Trainer Developer, Intranet Specialist & IT Specialist Work : an Interview with Max Macias Q1: Thanks so much for taking the time…
Articles, Interviews About non-Library Jobs
On Document Management Technician Work : an Interview with Nickia Bell
This is an interview with Nickia Bell, Document Management Technician for a federal government contractor, done by Naomi House of INALJ. This is part of INALJ’s 2020 series on non-library jobs for library workers. On Document Management Technician Work : an Interview with Nickia Bell Q1: Thanks so much for taking the time to help…
Articles, Interviews About non-Library Jobs
On Prospect Development & Prospect Research Work : an Interview with Nicole Fonsh
This is an interview with Nicole Fonsh, Director of Prospect Development at Harvard Law School, done by Naomi House of INALJ. This is part of INALJ’s 2020 series on non-library jobs for library workers. On Prospect Development & Prospect Research Work : an Interview with Nicole Fonsh Q1: Thanks so much for taking the time…
Articles, Interviews About non-Library Jobs
On Product/Data Owner Work : an Interview with Samantha King
This is an interview with Samantha King, who has worked for Manulife Financial in a variety of roles including analysis, data governance, and management, done by Naomi House of INALJ. This is part of INALJ’s 2020 series on non-library jobs for library workers. Samantha has provided us with further insights into her work as an…
Articles, Interviews About non-Library Jobs
On Business Analyst Work : an Interview with Samantha King
This is an interview with Samantha King, who has worked for Manulife Financial in a variety of roles including analysis, data governance, and management, done by Naomi House of INALJ. This is part of INALJ’s 2020 series on non-library jobs for library workers. Samantha has provided us with further insights into her work as an…
Articles, Interviews About non-Library Jobs
On Electronic File Analyst Work : an Interview with Samantha King
This is an interview with Samantha King, who has worked for Manulife Financial in a variety of roles including analysis, data governance, and management, done by Naomi House of INALJ. This is part of INALJ’s 2020 series on non-library jobs for library workers. Samantha has provided us with further insights into her work as a…
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Networking Tips for the Reluctant Networker
by Ellen Mehling Networking Tips for the Reluctant Networker Networking is, as almost anyone can tell you, the best way to get a job and have a thriving career. Some people though, especially some job hunters, see networking as deceptive or distasteful or unpleasant, and avoid it. Some are so spooked by the negative view…
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Professional Development: Doing it on your own
by Erica Calvert Professional Development: Doing it on your own Whether you are a novice into a degreed-field job hunt or are a veteran of the discipline, securing a job can be a daunting feat. Luckily there is a plethora of resources, organizations and websites that are dedicated to helping jobseekers. With this support system…