In your bio, you describe yourself as a Business Planning and Financial Management Analyst. In two sentences, what does such an analyst do? This type of analyst provides guidance and research on the financial activities in which businesses and individuals engage. The analyst designs and monitors accounting, budget execution, financial management reports, studies and evaluations,… Read More »
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By June M. Boyle The Unexpected Opportunity Sometimes the most meaningful professional opportunities emerge from unexpected places. For me, it started with an interest in native plants and a spot on a mailing list. As an independent information professional typically serving corporate clients and management consultancies, I never imagined that reducing my lawn and adding… Read More »
Richard P. Hulser Consulting – Richard P. Hulser, President In your bio, you describe yourself as an archives consultant. In two sentences, what specifically do you do? As an independent archives consultant, I help clients identify, organize, protect, and promote their history through artifacts and materials. Often, I help clients assess what is historical for… Read More »
In your bio, you describe yourself as a school library specialist. In two sentences, what does a school library specialist do? I provide training and support for school staff members wishing to learn about the value that school libraries and librarians can bring to teaching and learning. The librarian focuses on the school’s educational purpose… Read More »
By Roger Magnus, Roger Magnus Research In 2022, I wrote an AIIP Blog about being a first-time conference exhibitor. Two years later, I have now had an exhibitor table twice more and will again be at a large conference (see below) on October 24, 2024.
By Sherri Leah Henkin In your bio, you describe yourself as a Technical Writer and Editor. In two sentences, what is it that technical writers and editors do? Technical writers and editors, also called technical communicators, translate complex technical concepts by developing materials that are user friendly and apply to a variety of audiences. Materials… Read More »
by Marj Atkinson, AIIP Local Groups Chair Professional associations play a crucial role in career development, networking, and industry advancement. Given that AIIP operates internationally, local groups can form the backbone of community engagement and personalized support. Here are some ways local groups benefit both members and the broader association.
By Annie McMillion Emotional intelligence is the single most important influencing variable in personal achievement, career success, leadership, and life satisfaction. – Nelson & Low, 2011; opening slide of June Boyle’s AIIP 24 Symposium session, Emotional Intelligence for Info-Entrepreneurs.
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