Ep. 211 The Beginner's Mindset: Finding Clarity in Library Values

You can now use the survey link below AND text us your feedback via Buzzsprout with this link right here!!Sunshine and Stories Episode 211: The Beginner's Mindset: Finding Clarity in Library Values Episode Summary: Kieran Hixon, CSL's Small and Rural Library Senior Consultant, has a conversation with Sharon Morris focusing on the concept of the "beginner's mindset" and how core library values are learned and sometimes conflict. Outline:00:19 Who is Sharon Morris?  01:21 The Beginner’s Mindset & "Aha" Moments 03:32 Learning Core Values: Privacy vs. Service 06:37 Structure and Responsibility 07:37 Defining Moments & Conflicting Values 10:20 Values Conflict: Consistency vs. Service 14:39 Practicing the Beginner's Mindset 17:25 Déjà Vu and Library Excellence 19:15 Growth from Frustration ("Fertilizer") 21:48 Closing Tell us what you think!If you give us a listen, please let us know what you think by completing a short feedback survey for this episode.  CSL projects like this one are funded in part by the Grants to States program administered by the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services. The views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily represent those of the Colorado State Library, Institute of Museum and Library Services, or the U.S. Government.