3. Hold off on full-scale publicity until there are significant posts and comments on the blog.
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6. Great for reference services; patrons may feel more comfortable seeking information anonymously.
7. Makes it easier for librarians to collaborate, build connections, and build bridges across staff/faculty divide.
8. Staff need to be trained in IM reference. Many standard reference skills still apply.
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10. Involve! Staff should be involved in all planning stages.Tell! Tell stories about how the new tools are being used; don’t rely on statistics. Share! Don’t be secretive about future changes. Report! Share information gained from conferences and meetings. Research! Know what the technology you are adopting is and its best use. Manage! Make changes in a timely fashion and keep meetings productive. Meet! Have official meetings to discuss technology. Play! Have staff play and experiment with new technology. Celebrate! Observe new changes and celebrate their creation.
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