Have you ever moved your library? If you are like me, you get very excited to work in a new, fresh space with state-of-the-art technology and a pristine collection. But, you know, you have to MOVE.
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Moving? New library job? Some helpful hints
Whether you’re a new librarian moving to take your first job, or an experienced librarian moving to greener pastures, here are some suggestions that might help. I’m not saying I followed them all, but I should have! 🙂 Before you move: Take care of business. Give adequate notice, file paperwork, clean your desk, get your medical and dental checkups in before your insurance runs out, return all your library books. 🙂 If you can, give yourself some time between jobs – especially if you’re moving out-of-state. Acquiring a new, license, registration, cell service, cable, electricity, etc., can be daunting if you’re working full-time. At your new location: Be a team player. It’s easy to think of yourself as the “outsider,” but work is more fun when you work together. Be interested, be helpful, be approachable. Know what’s going on. It’s your home now. Who’s your mayor, your congressman, your baseball…