THE CONFERENCE

The last conference was held on April 14, 2016. 
Watch the presentations throughout the day and join the speakers in optional, private small group sessions where you can ask questions, network with fellow librarians, and get inspired.  Tweet us @lib_oncon and use #liboncon
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Small group sessions will be held on Google Hangouts. Google Hangouts can accommodate 10 people at a time. Learn more about getting started with Google Hangouts. 

MAKING & LEARNING IN LIBRARIES: Design, Support and Assessment  with Peter Wardrip  

​Learn from someone whose actual job title is "Learning Scientist"! Peter Wardrip will share a framework to support learning in library makerspaces. This framework is intended to provide guidance to design, implement and assess maker-based learning experiences. He will discuss ways to document learning in your space. Whether you are new to makerspaces or a seasoned maker veteran, you will take away critical questions about your own space or potential space and new ideas for ensuring that learning experiences support goals program and library-wide.
Learn more about Peter or tweet him @peterwardrip

BRING YOUR WEIRD WITH YOU: Finding your niche in your career with EMILY VINCI

Finding your niche in your career means keeping your eyes open and your ear to the ground, and not being afraid to take chances. More than that, it means not being afraid to be yourself. Join a former weird, nerdy kid who grew up to be a weird, nerdy adult as we talk about seizing opportunities and bringing your passion with you when you show up to work. ​
Learn more about Emily or tweet her @evyann

BEING FEARLESS WITH JENNIFER DRINKA

​Jennifer Drinka, Head of Youth Services at the Crystal Lake Public Library, inspires you to take your career to the next level by embracing change and going into new environments with a fun and fearless attitude. You will explore your career path, what makes up your core self, and how to know when you are ready to make a change.
Learn more about Jennifer or tweet her @jgrothbookworm

USING YOUR PASSION TO GUIDE YOUR CAREER WITH MICHAEL CAMPAGNA 

This session will give you a plan to identify, pursue, and develop your career by using your passion and unique abilities as a guide. We will explore ideas from a host of authors and speakers to help you thrive in a position where what you are good at intersects with what you love. A discussion will follow to address specific questions.
Learn more about Mike or tweet him @mkc8b

NEGOTIATE YOUR SALARY WITH LAUREN ROSENTHAL

Negotiating your salary can seem intimidating, but the earnings difference it makes over the course of your lifetime is dramatic.  The key to a successful salary negotiation is knowing what to say and how to say it.  Lauren will give you all the tools you need to get comfortable advocating for your compensation.
​Learn more about Lauren or connect with her on LinkedIn

#BRANDING FOR LIBRARIANS WITH LEAH WHITE

Do you struggle to promote yourself? Marketing and branding your work doesn't have to be awkward or boastful. We will cover tips for authentically branding and defining yourself in person and through your online presence to help further your career!
Learn more about Leah or tweet her @leahlibrarian