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Fighting the Fear of Imperfection: Leadership Lessons from Brenda Viola
“The most important asset of any library goes home at night – the library staff.” — Timothy Healy, New York Public Library Atelophobia When that word appeared on the screen, my pulse quickened. It was as if my subconscious had activated its Bat Signal, urging me to pay close attention. Atelophobia: the fear of…
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Libraries Under Fire: A Call to Action
For as long as I can remember, I have recognized that access to information is the key to empowerment. I learned to read at a precociously young age and, upon its discovery, the back corner of the Children’s Room at my local public library quickly became my Fortress of Solitude. The librarians who worked there…
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Elevating Our Outreach With an Inclusive Mindset
Lately, it seems, talking with my friend’s 15-year-old often requires a translator – they use words and phrases unfamiliar to me as a Gen Xer. It can be difficult to keep up with how language is continuously evolving and trying to do so can be a humbling, but ultimately rewarding experience. While contemplating the…