Starting a new position can be an exciting prospect, but it can also be turbulent. Unless you are starting in a newly created position, many have faced the struggle that they have inherited an established position, with all of the benefits and drawbacks that go with it. There can be a delicate balance as you take on establishing yourself, determining the best instruction methods with an ever changing population, and ensuring you don't step on anyone's toes. This presentation will dive into recurring inheritance issues and how to turn the tide in your favor.
Participants will will be able to: 1. Employ new outreach and testing techniques in order to adjust pre-existing academic liaison relationships 2. Adapt and grow as a liaison to meet your department's needs while keeping in mind interpersonal relationships within the library 3. Building and modifying existing instruction techniques and materials for an ever changing student population
