Curtis Rogers Consulting, LLC

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Join me for Onboarding New Library Employees: Setting Up Staff for Success

January 8, 2026; 2:00-3:00PM Eastern Bringing new staff on board is one of the most important investments your library can make. A thoughtful, well-designed onboarding process does more than cover policies and procedures—it shapes how new employees feel about their work, their colleagues, and your organization from day one. On January 8, 2026, from 2:00–3:00…

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Thankful for Community: The ALA Core Library Consulting Group

This time of year always encourages reflection and gratitude—but honestly, this is something I’m thankful for all year long: the ALA Core Library Consulting Group. Library consulting can be both rewarding and, at times, surprisingly solitary. Many consultants work independently, navigating projects, proposals, and professional questions without the daily support structure that comes with working…

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Lights, Camera, Action: Photography Basics for Staff Members

In today’s world, powerful images are one of the best ways to capture attention and tell your library’s story. Whether you’re showcasing an exciting new program, highlighting your community spaces, or sharing moments from a special event, high-quality photos help your library stand out. That’s why I created “Lights, Camera, Action: Photography Basics for Staff…

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New Webinar Announcement!

Onboarding for Libraries: Setting Up Staff for Success I’m now offering a 60 minute webinar all about Onboarding. Bringing new staff on board is one of the most important investments your library can make. In this practical one-hour webinar, Dr. Curtis Rogers will guide you through how to build an effective onboarding process that welcomes…

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Inclusive and Impactful: Reinventing Your Meeting Culture

Join me on August 27 for my webinar! Meetings should be productive and have a purpose. Many times, staff members dread meetings and would rather do anything but attend them. This session will introduce and reaffirm various components of hosting and attending meetings. We will discuss group dynamics, active listening skills, conflict management, creating an…

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Join me for a webinar all about Focus Groups

Are you thinking about hosting focus groups? This session is designed to equip librarians and non-profit professionals with the essential skills to conduct effective focus groups. Delve into the intricacies of gathering qualitative data and harnessing valuable insights to inform strategic decision-making. This session will explore best practices for designing, facilitating, and analyzing focus group…

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Elevate Your Next Staff Day: Expert Training for Libraries & Nonprofits

Are you looking for a dynamic and experienced speaker for your library or nonprofit’s next staff education day? I can help. With over 35 years in libraries and a doctorate in education, I bring both practical expertise and an engaging presentation style to every session. Whether you’re planning a full-day retreat or a series of…

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CAC Academy Announcement

I’m pleased to announce that I’ve been invited to be a guest expert for Cordelia Anderson Consulting and will be offering three modules on library signage, communication skills, and library outreach. CAC Academy offers on demand training and you can sign up for the full CAC Academy access. When you register for 12 months, you…

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IMLS Cuts Put America’s Public Libraries at Risk

Public libraries are essential infrastructure in every American community, and that especially is so during times of economic uncertainty. The elimination of federal funding for public libraries will be felt in every community across the country, and particularly in rural areas. Public libraries provide people with job skills training, entrepreneurship support, homeschooling and education materials,…

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Join me for Focusing on Focus Groups

Are you thinking about hosting focus groups? This session is designed to equip librarians and non-profit professionals with the essential skills to conduct effective focus groups. Delve into the intricacies of gathering qualitative data and harnessing valuable insights to inform strategic decision-making. This session will explore best practices for designing, facilitating, and analyzing focus group…

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