Curtis Rogers Consulting, LLC

Providing training and consulting services to libraries and non-profits.

Category: staff education

  • Lights, Camera, Action: Photography Basics for Staff Members

    Good photography skills are essential for library and nonprofit staff members tasked with capturing events and creating promotional materials. High-quality photos can significantly impact how your organization is perceived by the community, donors, and stakeholders. Clear, well-composed images help tell your story, highlight the success of events, and convey the value of your services, often…

  • Join me on November 19 for my Library Signage webinar

    Join Dr. Curtis Rogers on November 19, 2024, for a dynamic and insightful webinar, “Library Signage: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly,” hosted by Florida Library Webinars. In this one-hour session, Dr. Rogers will explore the essential role signage plays in libraries, from guiding patrons to enhancing the overall user experience. Poor signage can…

  • Mindful Leadership: The Role of Kindness in Effective Staff Communication

    Effective communication is a cornerstone of successful library management, yet it’s often one of the most challenging skills to master. One key aspect for library managers to remember is that they never truly know what their staff members may be dealing with in their personal lives. Many employees face struggles related to finances, relationships, or…

  • The importance of keeping up

    In the rapidly evolving landscape of library services, it is crucial for library staff members to continually hone their “keeping up” skills by learning new techniques to stay abreast of changes in the profession. Libraries are no longer just repositories of books; they have become dynamic centers of community engagement, digital literacy, and information management.…

  • Are you reviewing your library’s signage?

    Regularly reviewing and updating signage inside and outside a library is essential for several reasons: Regular signage reviews help libraries maintain an efficient, welcoming, and professional environment that meets the needs of all users. Are you looking for a keynote speaker or staff education program about library signage? If so, I can help – get…

  • New Webinar! Strengthening Communities: Effective Outreach and Partnerships for Libraries

    Library outreach is crucial for the communities they serve for several reasons: Access to Information and Resources: Educational Support: Community Engagement and Social Cohesion: Support for Marginalized Groups: Promoting Literacy and Learning: Health and Wellness: Digital Inclusion: Building Partnerships: Cultural Preservation and Promotion: Adaptation to Community Needs: In summary, library outreach is vital because it…