You’re never at a loss for ways you could increase your library services to better serve your students and your community. Unfortunately, you don’t always have the funds to pursue your vision, but knowing how to write a winning grant application can help. Successful grant writer and educator Mary Bangert provides six tips for writing effective grants and getting the funds you need to support your mission.
You have so many ideas about new ways to serve your community, but how will you fund them? Library expert Cathy Hakala-Ausperk answers your questions about grants and gets you started on the road to funding success!
In the same way that companies use data to target specific customers, libraries can use data to identify supporters and plan a targeted library campaign. Learn how EveryLibrary uses data to inform their messaging and rally support for libraries — and how you can do the same.
Join Mover and Shaker Erica Freudenberger as she shares her experience of embracing community engagement to create a democratic, community-led organization and revitalize a library and community.
Learn about the numerous challenges the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County overcame to implement a mobile service model, how it positively impacted service and how you can do the same.
Book repair got you down? You’ll be on your way to becoming a licensed book doctor with these tried-and-true tips from your peers. From prevention to cleaning to repair, these librarians have got you covered.
Marketing your library can be a struggle — you have so many great resources, but how can you promote all of them? And what’s the best way to get the word out? Library veteran Cathy Hakala-Ausperk offers advice for your marketing questions.
Support (and opposition) for your library can come from some interesting places in your community — and it’s all about relationship-building. Start developing long-term relationships that can result in positive support for your library campaigns.
Searching for ways to make your librarian resume stand out to hiring managers? Look no further for the answers to all your questions.
We asked five libraries to tell us about how this one product helped them do more with their media collection. See what they had to say.
As a follow-up to his popular Book Doctor blog posts, expert John Ison answers your specific book repair questions, both common and unique. Learn how to remove a grease stain, fix the spine on a children’s book and what to do when your cat attacks your paperwork.
Library content marketing expert Angela Hursh answers librarians’ questions about how to ramp up their library’s newsletters. You’ll learn the best content to include, how to find it, and the most effective way to distribute your newsletter.
Get valuable tips for running a successful direct mail campaign, including how to segment your audience, design tips and how to craft an effective message.
There’s no reason why you should stumble through your library career! Get tips on how to find a professional mentor and how to become one yourself.
Take it from an expert, you’ve got a lot of options in your library design “tool kit” — even if you’re working within space and budget constraints.
Measuring the impact of programs and services is a challenge, but it can be done. Learn how a library partnership and data sharing can get you started.
There are inviting library signs and then there are library signs that just don’t work. Cathy Hakala-Ausperk reveals signage secrets.
You can enjoy big returns by adopting a rebranding strategy that presents your library as a key educational institution in your community.
Do you wish your library’s marketing efforts were more effective, but you’re not sure what you’re doing wrong? Library marketing expert Angela Hursh shares 5 tips you can implement immediately to improve your library’s promotions and get results.
Learn how to evaluate your collection for diversity! Get diverse books and multicultural author suggestions, plus activities to help create a culture of inclusivity.
Having trouble managing your boss? Don’t want to be a difficult boss? This advice column is for you. Library expert Cathy Hakala-Ausperk breaks it down for you.
With less money in your budget and less time in your day, your marketing efforts may feel ineffective. Learn easy (and mostly free) ways to boost your library marketing.
We asked renowned librarians and authors at the top of their game about their job advice for new librarians. What they said are things we can all learn from!
Join the conversation! Madison Public Library staff reflect on the organization’s recent successes and plans for future community outreach programs and service.
Embracing change can be tough for library workers. Our resident library expert helps you be the change you want to see in your library.
Negativity in the workplace is catching, but even one person can change the equation and channel a healthy, uplifting environment for all! For all the details, read this Library Advice column from experienced library professional Cathy Hakala-Ausperk.
Your physical space is one of your library’s biggest assets. Wi-Fi tracking technology can help you visualize how patrons are interacting with that space, as well as inform new library programs and space changes.
With the proper circulation, protection and repair (CPR) solutions for book care, your collection lives on. Check out strategies for reviving materials.
It can be downright hard to land a library job. Cathy is here to help you ace your next interview.
Paperback book covers extend the life of softcover books, but how do you know which one to choose? The Book Doctor explains the differences.
Who can answer your tough library questions? Try Cathy. This experienced library professional has seen it all. She takes your most pressing questions and offers the straight-talking answers you can really use! In this debut column, get staff motivation and meeting advice.
While hardcover books are sturdy and durable, it turns out they could use a little extra protection. See what the Book Doctor recommends.
The majority of patrons (69%) engage with your library via a mobile device, so what are the best practices for providing an easy user experience? Join a panel of librarians and library technology experts as they share their experiences with library apps and mobile technology trends.
As 2016 winds down, what library predictions proved to be true? Get a read on the top 5 library trends and assess what will carry over into 2017.
Discover key ways you can support and encourage your staff members to become better critical-thinking, proactive and innovative problem solvers.
Got pencil, crayon or ink marks in your books? Dirty covers? How about gum? The Book Doctor will teach you how to properly clean your books.
High acidity and books don’t mix, but what do you do about it? The Book Doctor to the rescue. Learn about book repair and why the right pH is so important.
When a book cover is torn or ripped off completely, never fear, the Book Doctor is here. Get the play-by-play on how to mend broken spines, book covers, corners and more.
Let library advocacy crusader, Patrick Sweeney help you get your library’s message out. Who knew bar coasters could prompt more library visits?!
What do you do if a whole chunk of a book’s text block falls out? You read what the Book Doctor has to say. Gain step-by-step book repair instructions on how to reattach loose signatures.
Wordy, unclear or unconvincing messages are a snore. Find out how your library can use data and a 27, 9, 3 elevator pitch to arrive at an effective message.
What do you do if the cover of a book falls off? Hint: The right kind of book binding repair tape matters. In part 2 of this post, the Doc shows you what to do.
Your library’s role in the community is evolving. However, people may not understand this. Plus, if your library is trying to be everything to everyone, you’ll end up being nothing to anyone. See why it’s so important for your library to have a message and learn how to get the word out.
Hardbound books can take quite a beating, but sometimes you’ll need to step in for some book binding repair. In this post, the Doc repairs a broken hinge.
Oh, yes librarians like to have fun! See if you can spot what’s wrong with this picture for a chance to win a book repair package. Contest expires 9/4/15.
Yes, you’re around books every day, but do you remember all the ins and outs of bookbinding, hardbound books and repairs? Let the Book Doctor refresh you.
How do you deepen patron engagement with the library and draw connections to other areas of your collection, services or programming? Read the latest ideas.
It’s a sad day when a book comes back with a torn page tucked inside. Good news! You can handle this book repair with a little help from the Book Doctor.
When it comes to book repair, best do it as soon as you spot broken books in need of help. Get the Book Doctor’s spin on how to properly fix torn pages.
Get book repair lessons from the stacks to give your books the TLC they deserve. Plus, share your book repair questions and comments for personalized tips and troubleshooting advice.
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Nearly every library could use some extra funds to better serve their community! Discover grant writing tips that make writing library grants easier and more effective.
School librarians have the opportunity to position themselves as essential and irreplaceable. Read real stories about 2 associate professors who thought school librarians deserved more respect. Watch their advocacy video to see why principals appreciate school librarians.
At libraries, there are often more tasks at hand than staff to accomplish those tasks. Learn how to master effective time management.
Access a wayfinding signage planning worksheet to create a solid foundation for helping people navigate your library.
Catch up on what happened at WLA 2014. Read about some of the great adult programming tips shared at the conference.
The right preparation goes a long way with wayfinding design and customer satisfaction. Learn simple strategies to observe patrons and glean signage cues.
Your ticket to the helpful how-to videos that show you the ins and outs of book repair. Master broken hinges, worn spines and torn pages.
When it comes to library signage, you have to think like a marketer. Find out why it’s important to review and assess your communications from a branding standpoint.
View a clever infographic showing survey results from real librarians about customers’ needs for digital content, community engagement and programming and what librarians are doing about it all.
With all the great stuff going on at your library who wouldn’t want everyone and their brother to be part of the fun!? Engage your community with Facebook! This session gets you up to speed on the latest Facebook updates and helps you create a successful ad!
You know that person who resists new ideas? Before you lose your cool, watch this webinar! Library consultant, Catherine Hakala-Ausperk, teaches you how to help reluctant staff reenergize themselves to take on new challenges and keep up with changing demands.
Grant writing can be daunting, but in this webinar, library consultant Catherine Hakala-Ausperk will help you and your staff to overcome rejection fears, write effective proposals and start bringing in more money!
Coach your whole staff to see things through a new lens — your patrons’ point of view. This webinar helps you transform librarians into natural born marketers who spread the good word and keep patrons coming back!
How long is your to-do list? This webinar will help everyone — from seasoned professionals to newbies — better handle their work, their stress and their time!
