Research Catalog

Title

The nextgen librarian's survival guide / Rachel Singer Gordon.

Author

Gordon, Rachel Singer

Publication

Medford, N.J. : Information Today, c2006.

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Description

xiv, 208 p.; 23 cm.

Summary

Here is a unique resource for next generation librarians, addressing the specific needs of GenXers and Millennials as they work to define themselves as information professionals. The book focuses on how NextGens can move their careers forward and positively impact the profession. Library career guru Rachel Singer Gordon -- herself a NextGen librarian -- provides timely advice along with tips and insights from dozens of librarians on issues ranging from image and stereotypes, to surviving library school and entry-level positions, to working with older colleagues. A special section for current library administrators and managers makes this a must-read not only for NextGen librarians, but for those who recruit, work with, and mentor them.

Alternative Title

Next generation librarian's survival guide

Subject

• Library science > Vocational guidance
• Library science > Vocational guidance > United States
• Librarians > Employment
• Librarians > Employment > United States
• Generation X > Employment
• Generation Y > Employment
• Vocational Guidance
• Librarians > psychology
• Intergenerational Relations
• Job Satisfaction
• Career Mobility

Bibliography (note)

• Includes bibliographical references (p. 187-200) and index.

Processing Action (note)

• committed to retain

Contents

Next generation librarianship -- Surviving library school -- Surviving the job hunt -- Surviving entry-level positions -- Moving forward -- Image, stereotypes, and diversity -- Connections -- Work/life balance -- Transforming the profession -- A note to library administrators.

ISBN

1573872563

LCCN

^^2005036503

OCLC

62679886

Owning Institutions

Harvard Library