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Tech Strategies for Library Management

The document discusses using technology to improve communication and management in libraries. It outlines a session that will cover using social media and technology tools like Google Voice, Gmail, instant messaging, and social networks like Twitter and Facebook. The session leader Kenley is introduced as an early technology adopter who sees communication as a key skill and has experience implementing solutions for non-profits. Attendees will learn about mobile devices, text messaging, and different chat and messaging applications.

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Tech Strategies for Library Management

The document discusses using technology to improve communication and management in libraries. It outlines a session that will cover using social media and technology tools like Google Voice, Gmail, instant messaging, and social networks like Twitter and Facebook. The session leader Kenley is introduced as an early technology adopter who sees communication as a key skill and has experience implementing solutions for non-profits. Attendees will learn about mobile devices, text messaging, and different chat and messaging applications.

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Using Technology in Library Management

Skills for More Efficient Administration and Communication

Session 1: Better Communication through Technology


June 2, 2011, 2:30pm – 4:00pm Eastern
What is your biggest
challenge to using social
media and technology

Group Poll
for work?
1. Limited value
2. Limited time
3. Cost
4. My organization
Overview

 Get Kenley

 Get Mobile

 Get Instant

 Get Google (Voice, Chat, and Email)

 Get Social

 Get Experienced
Get Kenley
Early adopter. Loves and embraces technology.
Integrates technology throughout the work environment.
Implements technology solutions for non-profit organizations.
Sees communication as primary skill needed for any administrator.
Trained in meditation and in conflict mediation.
Group Poll
Do you have an
iPhone, Android, or
Blackberry?
Yes or No
Get Mobile

• Why mobile?
• Which phone?
• How do you integrate?
Do you use text
messaging?
Yes or No

Group Poll
Do you use instant
messaging?
Yes or No
Get Instant

• Text Messaging
• Group Messaging
• Instant Messaging
Get Google

• Google Voice
• Gmail
Group Poll
Do you use Twitter,
Facebook, or
LinkedIn every day?
Yes or No
Get Social

• Twitter
• Facebook
• LinkedIn
Let’s Get Experienced

 Boxcar  Pidgin (chat - all platforms)

 GroupMe  Facebook

 Google Voice  Facebook Chat

 Gmail  Twitter

 Google Chat  LinkedIn

 Adium (chat - Mac Only)


Boxcar
GroupMe

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