Hey, here is a possibility for those of you who like to write to get something published.<br><br>
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Subject: [APACOUN ] ALA-APA Call for Newsletter Writers<br>To: <a href="mailto:apacoun@ala-apa.org">apacoun@ala-apa.org</a>, <a href="mailto:apafund@ala-apa.org">apafund@ala-apa.org</a>, <a href="mailto:apapublish@ala-apa.org">apapublish@ala-apa.org</a>, <a href="mailto:apaforum@ala-apa.org">apaforum@ala-apa.org</a><br>
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<p>Please pass this along to any writers you may know.</p>
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<p>ALA-APA is in need of newsletter article writers for its publication, Library Worklife: HR E-News for Today's Leaders. The electronic newsletter is sent monthly to thousands of ALA institutional members and subscribers. The newsletter informs readers about issues—career advancement, certification, human resources practice, pay equity, recruitment, research, work/life balance—that concern all library employees.</p>
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<p>We are particularly interested in HR Law, HR Practice Support Staff and Worklife-focused articles.</p>
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<p>Here are a few possible topics, but feel free to send me your own. If you write three articles in a 12-month period, you receive a free annual subscription. Our <a href="http://www.ala-apa.org/newsletter/submissions.html" target="_blank"><span style="COLOR: windowtext">guidelines for submission</span></a> are on the ALA-APA website. Please email me your topic(s) and your preferred deadline(s).</p>
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<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>Developing a great relationship with your boss</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>Finding a job when you're trailing your partner</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>Why you would take a lateral career move</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>Learning style assessments</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>Personality assessments</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>Management assessments</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>Conflict management in the office</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>Explaining why you left an organization or seem to "move a lot" and how to talk about a bad situation without burning a bridge or yourself</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>Sloppy speech habits like "uh"</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>Developing a personal budget and financial goals</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>Great staff development programs</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>How to get someone to critique your resume and how not to get caught in the critique cycle</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>Business ethics</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>Interviewer styles</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>How to follow up after an interview</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>Asking for a raise during a promotion</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>Tips for working from home</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>How a career coach can make a difference</p>
<p style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><span>·<span style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </span></span></span>What every library employee needs to keep in/on their desk</p>
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<p>Jenifer Grady, MSLS, MBA, CAE - <a href="mailto:jgrady@ala.org" target="_blank">jgrady@ala.org</a></p>
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