Special libraries have been embedding reference librarians in operational teams to great effect. What happens when they are deployed to lead, rather than support, operational programs?
In this talk, you will hear from two information professionals who have gone beyond embedded, and are now leading significant operational initiatives in their respective organisations. What experience, skills and attitudes have they used in transitioning to these new challenges? How did their respective careers prepare them to move out of the library and into the business?
Learning Outcomes
Participants will be challenged to see how the “library” skill set can be extended beyond traditional roles.
Thinking about/managing your reputation in the library in order to unearth opportunities elsewhere.
The joys of risk-taking.
