By: Leigh Milligan
The Online Discussion Forum will be having monthly discussions on the NMRT listserv this year from Oct-May. We will also be having one live chat on Twitter in January.
Here is the discussion topic schedule:
Oct-Outreach to the underserved
Nov-Managing your professional image online and/or online networking
Dec– How to brainstorm and/or partner with a colleague to submit a conference proposal
Jan– Overcoming Negativity in the Workplace: Tips for staying professional, keeping it together and being a positive force for change in a negative workplace culture
Jan Live Twitter Chat (Date TBD)- Managing Stress: Creating work/life balance, saying no, practicing mindfulness, making time for exercise
Feb- Collaboration between libraries: Not just ILL programs but with programs, coordinating and sharing resources and so on.
March– Service to the profession: This would include committees and other ways we can give back to the library community
April-Designing Welcoming Spaces on a Budget: Tips librarians can use to make areas of the library or even the whole library more welcoming to patrons without spending a ton of money. Things like how to best arrange furniture, best ways to organize/showcase the collection, etc.
May-Ways to Develop Your Leadership Skills
Keep your eye out on the NMRT listserv for information on how you can participate!