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  • Oct 29, 2025 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

    Beyond Retention: Mechanisms to Support Librarian Job and Career Success and Longevity

    Presentation Summary A recent IMLS funded grant project investigated the factors that impact librarians’ retention in the library and information science (LIS) field. Through a nation-wide survey and the completion of 30 semi-structured interviews, the project found that while retention to the field was a concern for many participants, the more salient concern was retention […]

  • Oct 14, 2025 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

    Toxic Talk: Identifying Harmful Workplace Communication Styles that are Destroying Morale and Trust

    Presentation Summary This webinar will dive into the toxic side of workplace communication by examining four prevalent styles—passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive, and assertive. Participants will learn to spot toxic communication patterns that damage trust, team morale, and productivity. Through group discussion and a quiz activity, attendees will discover which style is most common in their environment. […]

  • Jun 27, 2025 - 1:00 pm ET/12:00 pm CT

    ASERL Members Only: Addressing Burnout and Managing Increasing Responsibilities

    ASERL MEMBERS ONLY, please. Facilitators: Eric Glenn, Virginia Tech; Dr. Catalina Piatt-Esguerra, University of Virginia  Summary: Join Dr. Catalina Piatt-Esguerra and Eric Glenn as they explore the challenges of balancing increasing responsibilities while avoiding burnout. Life often presents opportunities for growth and success, but taking on too much can lead to mental and physical exhaustion, […]

  • Jun 17, 2025 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

    Identifying, Addressing, and Mitigating Workplace Bullying in Academic Libraries

    Summary Workplace bullying is a pervasive issue that can have devastating consequences for individuals and organizations. In academic libraries, the impact of bullying can be felt by all workers. This presentation will identify workplace bullying behaviors and delve into the prevalence, causes, and consequences of workplace bullying in academic libraries. We will explore strategies for […]

  • Jun 9, 2025 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

    When Fear Gets in the Way: Liberating your Leadership Approach Part II

    Recommended Reading Before the Event: https://docs.google.com/document/d/112USXGBCqavBHG5vNMFVtU1wkrmwl1y9agJlJPEZzj8/edit?tab=t.0   Summary Academic libraries find ourselves at a critical juncture as we face political attacks, rising costs, declining enrollments, and shrinking budgets. Many leaders have become fearful as they are caught between a variety of high stakes demands, resulting in a rise in authoritarianism and other fear-based leadership practices. The […]

  • Jun 5, 2025 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

    When Fear Gets in the Way: Liberating your Leadership Approach, Part I

      Recommended Reading Before the Event: https://docs.google.com/document/d/112USXGBCqavBHG5vNMFVtU1wkrmwl1y9agJlJPEZzj8/edit?tab=t.0 Summary Academic libraries find ourselves at a critical juncture as we face political attacks, rising costs, declining enrollments, and shrinking budgets. Many leaders have become fearful as they are caught between a variety of high stakes demands, resulting in a rise in authoritarianism and other fear-based leadership practices. The […]

  • DeEtta Jones, CutureRoad
    Apr 7, 2025 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

    Discover CultureRoad – The Future of Workplace Learning & Community Engagement

    Summary: The workplace is evolving, and organizations need scalable, accessible, and people centered solutions to keep up. How do you ensure continuous learning, real engagement, and real-time support for your employees—without overloading your HR team? Join us for this exclusive one-hour webinar to explore CultureRoad, a revolutionary platform designed to transform workplace learning, leadership development, and […]

  • Nikhat Ghouse
    Mar 18, 2025 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

    Leading, Learning, and Change in Libraries

    Summary Leadership in organizational development (OD) has become a central focus in library science. Originating in the 1940s, OD provides valuable insights into improving team and organizational performance. A key component of OD is organizational learning, which underscores the importance of fostering continuous learning within organizations. In libraries, especially during times of rapid change and […]

  • Feb 27, 2025 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

    Building Organizations and Demonstrating Impact in Libraries

      Join Maria McCauley and a distinguished panel of library and nonprofit leaders for a thought-provoking discussion on building inclusive organizations, impactful advocacy work, and demonstrating measurable outcomes. During the panel discussion, the presenters will touch upon: Cultivating inclusive and equitable environments within organizations. Developing and executing effective advocacy campaigns to advance community needs. Measuring […]

  • Feb 19, 2025 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

    Elevating Others: Unlocking Your Team’s Full Potential

    Summary Libraries thrive because of the amazing people behind them. However, library professionals often focus on their organizations without promoting themselves, which can hinder individual growth and limit organizational potential. In this session, Kowalski will explore how to amplify your team by identifying their strengths, promoting their work, and helping them overcome challenges like self-doubt […]

  • Sep 23, 2024 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

    Dr. Elfreda Chatman: Library Leadership by Examining the Socially and Economically Marginalized

    Summary: This presentation seeks to introduce attendees to the work of Dr. Elfreda Chatman who personified the core of Critical Management Studies through the diversity and fluidity of people who serve in the public sphere and examining the server's role. By examining the various ethnographic studies that Chapman completed on those often considered socially and […]

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