The nature of work in technical services shifts and fluctuates depending on the time of year, type of materials, staffing levels, and changes in technology. By using time management methods inspired by business strategies, software development, and mindfulness-based practices, technical services managers can set goals and prioritize tasks to successfully accomplish daily work and special projects.
This webinar will cover prioritization techniques and freely available organizational tools. We will discuss methods for remaining responsive and flexible when unexpected events or interruptions occur, as well as how time management can have a positive impact on work-life balance.
This session was presented May 6, 2015.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Explain why time management is important in library technical services.
- Outline strategies for time management.
- prioritization techniques (i.e., contextual decision-making, scheduling, and other topics)
- organizing tools (e.g., to-do lists and project management software)
- Discuss methods for remaining responsive and flexible when unexpected events or interruptions occur.
- Discuss how time management can have a positive impact on work-life balance.
Who Should Attend
Presenter
Amber Billey received her MLIS from Pratt Institute in 2009. At Pratt, she focused on metadata standards, cataloging, and digital libraries for cultural heritage institutions. She currently works as the Cataloging/Metadata Librarian at the University of Vermont (UVM), Bailey/Howe Library. Prior to UVM, she was the metadata specialist and content strategist for CollectiveAccess open-source collection management software for museums, archives, and historical societies. Billey was the Vermont Library Association President from 2013 to 2014.
Registration
Cost
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This session was presented May 6, 2015.
Access recording and materials now:
- recording (wmv) | YouTube video
- slides (pdf)
How to Register
No registration is necessary.
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Credits
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Contact
For questions or comments related to the webinars, contact Julie Reese, ALCTS Events Manager at 1-800-545-2433, ext. 5034 or jreese@ala.org.