Category Archives: Libraries and librarians

Through gritted teeth

Posted on August 19, 2009 by Frank Norman

I usually quite enjoy filling out surveys. If the topic of the survey is something that I am concerned about, answering some questions and (especially) filling in the free-text bits can be a good way to vent my feelings. I … Continue reading →

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Youth and experience

Posted on August 12, 2009 by Frank Norman

One of the good things about growing older is that you get to bully patronise mentor those who are younger and/or less experienced. One of my staff, who I mentored through the process of becoming a chartered member of CILIP, … Continue reading →

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Old originals

Posted on August 10, 2009 by Frank Norman

I’ve commented before that librarians are great sharers and networkers. For those of working in small libraries the chance to get out and meet fellow practitioners is always valuable. I meet up with other MRC Librarians twice a year, most … Continue reading →

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