Based in part on a selection of the author's past blog postings Information Professionals'
Career Confidential is a convenient browsable and illuminating pocket compendium of insights
on topics relevant for information and knowledge professionals at any stage of their careers.
This book collects comments on matters of interest to new and experienced information
professionals alike in 1-2 minute quick takes inviting further thought. Topics range from the
value of knowledge management and effective communication in organizations to assessing
employers' perception of information professionals and how best to increase one's value through
professional organizations and volunteering. This unique resource will be illuminating for
anyone in library and information science career development or knowledge and information
management. Raises questions - in a lively and concise manner - relevant for information
professionals Offers readers the opportunity to read entries one at a time for reflection or
to read the entire book and then go back to certain entries to consolidate the meaning Presents
ideas and concepts from thoughtful perspectives in a style designed to make professionals and
students reflect on their own careers
