Lisa Carlucci Thomas and I presented this at the American Library Association's 2010 Annual Conference. We did it again at the Virtual Conference. Our presentation focuses on two major skill sets for new librarians: understanding the research/publication process and developing your career. Feel free to contact me with questions!

1. Starting Out? Start With YouWhat Every New Librarian Needs to Know Lisa Carlucci ThomasDigital Services LibrarianSouthern Connecticut State University Karen SobelReference & Instruction Librarian/Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Colorado Denver

2. - Starting Out -The Research & Publication Process Karen Sobel

4. Things you notice while working

5. Holes in the literatureAsk yourself whether your research will benefit patrons and colleagues.

6. From Research Question... ...To Research Project Plan out your project in great detail before starting! Think about partnerships

7. Choosing the Right Venue Publications Investigating scope Aim high! Presentations Where calls for presentations come from Local vs. national Be aware of your tenure requirements

8. Planning Your Research Project Review past studies carefully Pilot test your instruments before starting the study Again: plan your study in great detail beforehand. But be prepared to change

9. Institutional Review Board (IRB) What IRB is, and why it’s important How you know whether to apply Leave time for training! Bizarre questions and the problem of 17-year-olds

10. Data, Data, Data The importance of gathering demographics Software To use or not to use a statistician Enticing statisticians

11. Preparing a Manuscript for Publication Write with a particular publication in mind Write clearly. Don’t use jargon.

12. Handling Rejection If an editor returns your paper with suggested changes, it’s a good sign If you’re completely rejected, work on your paper and submit it elsewhere

13. Happy Things You’ll be rejected much less often than in library school You’ll get in a groove and gain skill and confidence

14. - Start With You - Positioning For Success Lisa Carlucci Thomas @lisacarlucci

15. Know Yourself Where are you now? Where do you want to be? What is your expertise, talent, niche? Make it so (build your brand) Think BIG

16. Know Your Institution Understand the decision-making process Historical knowledge is serious business Generational values & expectations vary Kindness is free (be generous) Listen … Learn … Teach

17. Know Your Profession Research associations online & with peers Take chances until you find your ‘place’ Start small: get involved, find your voice Introduce yourself to everyone you meet Learn By Doing: Your Contribution Matters

18. Know Your Opportunities Professional Identity: It’s Yours Create a portfolio of your work Stay current using alerts & social networks Develop & expand your lifelong peer group Be Flexible & Authentic Work Outside Your Comfort Zone

19. Chart Your Course Your job is not your career Seek experience-building positions (in the direction you want to go / grow) Anticipate setbacks & learn Set your own personal & professional priorities “Manifest Your Destiny in Real Time”

20. Thank You! Lisa Carlucci ThomasDigital Services LibrarianSouthern Connecticut State University ThomasL10@southernct.edu Karen Sobel Reference & Instruction Librarian/Assistant Professor University of Colorado Denver karen.sobel@ucdenver.edu ALA Annual Conference 2010