RRLC is offering up to 15 seats at the upcoming LibraryWorks webinar, “Workplace Politics: How Defining Roles Shape Inner Workings and How You Can Still Make a Difference”.

Workplace politics exist everywhere. A library’s workplace politics involves inner workings of individual roles, divisional roles, and the role of library values. Library roles may feel or be rigid where individuals may not feel like they can cross train or contribute to other areas. In this webinar, an overview of workplace politics in the library will be covered as well as developing skills to look past the politics and thrive in your individual role.

In this hour-long session, you’ll learn:

• The nuances of library politics and effects on workers and patrons
• How to redefine roles and not let politics rule your work life
• Develop strategies of communication and collaboration to create a team-oriented environment

Presenter: Jennifer Blair is the Head of User Services Librarian and Associate Professor at Azusa Pacific University (APU). Her role is dedicated to the user experience, including marketing the library, and teaching. She has extensive experience teaching online courses in design and library studies including library management. Jennifer holds a B.A. in Graphic Design, a M.A in Educational Multimedia, and a M.S. in Library and Information Studies. Her experience in academic and public libraries as well as work experience in art and design allow her to employ visionary strategies to enrich progress and enhance advancement for libraries.