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Both new librarians and those changing directions in the field can benefit greatly from a relationship with a positive and supportive mentor. In this anthology, public, school, academic, and special librarians, as well as LIS faculty and consultants, offer expertise and wisdom for those wishing to become a mentor or a protege or those wishing to implement a mentoring program within their library or library association. Topics include philosophical reasons for choosing to enter a mentor relationship, practical tips on setting up a program, internships, practicums, job shadowing, virtual reference, opportunities for those new to the profession and those in mid career, and mentoring across disciplines. By sharing their personal successes as well as their failures in mentoring, the 35 contributors offer sound advice backed by years of experience, advice that will aid all librarians who seek guidance or wish to guide the future of the library profession.

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a valuable resource...strengthens the case for mentoring systems to be much more widely established as a normal and formal feature of our professional life --The Australian Library Journal; Mentoring offers a roadmap for experienced librarians to pass on their knowledge to students and early career librarians who are 'still in growth mode.' This book is especially timely in light of the number of experienced librarians who will retire and exit the profession in the next few years as it offers concrete guidelines to continue the chain of knowledge. --Lois Stickell, Research Services Librarian University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Mentoring in Librarianship provides innovative, timely, and practical tips on implementing mentor/mentee relationships in all types of libraries. This book provides a fresh perspective on what it means to be a mentor in today's libraries. -Erin Davis, Assistant Librarian, Utah State University; This anthology is a valuable resource for those considering entering into a mentoring relationship. These articles provide insight into what is expected from both mentor and mentee and how to structure a mentorship based on the needs of both parties. --Heather Zabriskie, Youth Programs Coordinator, Orange County Library System, Orlando, Florida; This book will be an important resource for both new and experienced librarians in any stage of their careers. --Allan Cho, University of British Columbia Library. Mentoring in Librarianship is an excellent collection of what works on all aspects of mentoring. --Regina Koury, Electronic Resources Librarian, Idaho State University; This anthology contains a wealth of information and is the perfect mentor for how to go about mentoring! --Lisa L. Crane, Western American Librarian, Claremont Colleges Library; Mentoring in Librarianship is a great resource for all types of librarians or libraries developing a mentoring program. Those new to the profession or those thinking of creating a mentoring program will find easy plans with ideas of what works and what doesn't to save you time. --Victoria Lynn Packard, Coordinator of Instructional Services & Distance Learning, Texas A&M University-Kingsville; The authors give a cohesive view of mentoring that understands and promotes this artful practice as a way to communicate the enduring values and core competencies to emerging talent. --James Lund, Director, Red Wing Public Library, Red Wing, Minnesota; All-in-one guide to the concept of mentoring for library professionals, this book outlines not just practical considerations but philosophies and meditations for librarians in mentoring positions. If you're interested in being a steward, mentor, guide or friend to someone considering a career in librarianship, this collection of essays from academic and special librarians will give you plenty of angles to consider and stories to take to heart. -Jessamyn West, author, Without a Net: Librarians Bridging the Digital Divide.

"""a valuable resource...strengthens the case for mentoring systems to be much more widely established as a normal and formal feature of our professional life""--The Australian Library Journal; ""Mentoring offers a roadmap for experienced librarians to pass on their knowledge to students and early career librarians who are 'still in growth mode.' This book is especially timely in light of the number of experienced librarians who will retire and exit the profession in the next few years as it offers concrete guidelines to continue the chain of knowledge.""--Lois Stickell, Research Services Librarian University of North Carolina at Charlotte; ""Mentoring in Librarianship provides innovative, timely, and practical tips on implementing mentor/mentee relationships in all types of libraries. This book provides a fresh perspective on what it means to be a mentor in today's libraries.""-Erin Davis, Assistant Librarian, Utah State University; ""This anthology is a valuable resource for those considering entering into a mentoring relationship. These articles provide insight into what is expected from both mentor and mentee and how to structure a mentorship based on the needs of both parties.""--Heather Zabriskie, Youth Programs Coordinator, Orange County Library System, Orlando, Florida; ""This book will be an important resource for both new and experienced librarians in any stage of their careers.""--Allan Cho, University of British Columbia Library. ""Mentoring in Librarianship is an excellent collection of what works on all aspects of mentoring.""--Regina Koury, Electronic Resources Librarian, Idaho State University; ""This anthology contains a wealth of information and is the perfect mentor for how to go about mentoring!""--Lisa L. Crane, Western American Librarian, Claremont Colleges Library; ""Mentoring in Librarianship is a great resource for all types of librarians or libraries developing a mentoring program. Those new to the profession or those thinking of creating a mentoring program will find easy plans with ideas of what works and what doesn't to save you time.""--Victoria Lynn Packard, Coordinator of Instructional Services & Distance Learning, Texas A&M University-Kingsville; ""The authors give a cohesive view of mentoring that understands and promotes this artful practice as a way to communicate the enduring values and core competencies to emerging talent.""--James Lund, Director, Red Wing Public Library, Red Wing, Minnesota; ""All-in-one guide to the concept of mentoring for library professionals, this book outlines not just practical considerations but philosophies and meditations for librarians in mentoring positions. If you're interested in being a steward, mentor, guide or friend to someone considering a career in librarianship, this collection of essays from academic and special librarians will give you plenty of angles to consider and stories to take to heart.""-Jessamyn West, author, Without a Net: Librarians Bridging the Digital Divide."

a valuable resource...strengthens the case for mentoring systems to be much more widely established as a normal and formal feature of our professional life --<i>The Australian Library Journal</i>; <i>Mentoring</i> offers a roadmap for experienced librarians to pass on their knowledge to students and early career librarians who are 'still in growth mode.' This book is especially timely in light of the number of experienced librarians who will retire and exit the profession in the next few years as it offers concrete guidelines to continue the chain of knowledge. --Lois Stickell, Research Services Librarian University of North Carolina at Charlotte; <i>Mentoring in Librarianship</i> provides innovative, timely, and practical tips on implementing mentor/mentee relationships in all types of libraries. This book provides a fresh perspective on what it means to be a mentor in today's libraries. -Erin Davis, Assistant Librarian, Utah State University; This anthology is a valuable resource for those considering entering into a mentoring relationship. These articles provide insight into what is expected from both mentor and mentee and how to structure a mentorship based on the needs of both parties. --Heather Zabriskie, Youth Programs Coordinator, Orange County Library System, Orlando, Florida; This book will be an important resource for both new and experienced librarians in any stage of their careers. --Allan Cho, University of British Columbia Library. <i>Mentoring in Librarianship</i> is an excellent collection of what works on all aspects of mentoring. --Regina Koury, Electronic Resources Librarian, Idaho State University; This anthology contains a wealth of information and is the perfect mentor for how to go about mentoring! --Lisa L. Crane, Western American Librarian, Claremont Colleges Library; <i>Mentoring in Librarianship</i> is a great resource for all types of librarians or libraries developing a mentoring program. Those new to the profession or those thinking of creating a mentoring program will find easy plans with ideas of what works and what doesn't to save you time. --Victoria Lynn Packard, Coordinator of Instructional Services & Distance Learning, Texas A&M University-Kingsville; The authors give a cohesive view of mentoring that understands and promotes this artful practice as a way to communicate the enduring values and core competencies to emerging talent. --James Lund, Director, Red Wing Public Library, Red Wing, Minnesota; All-in-one guide to the concept of mentoring for library professionals, this book outlines not just practical considerations but philosophies and meditations for librarians in mentoring positions. If you're interested in being a steward, mentor, guide or friend to someone considering a career in librarianship, this collection of essays from academic and special librarians will give you plenty of angles to consider and stories to take to heart. -Jessamyn West, author, <i>Without a Net: Librarians Bridging the Digital Divide</i>.

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Carol Smallwood is the author or editor of numerous books, including many about and for librarians. A Michigan resident, her library experience includes high school, public and special libraries.

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