Growing Learning Champions

Motivation to learn seems to be a constant theme I hear from supervisors and library directors. It is a tough sell, especially if individuals have had a bad "education" experience during their life's journey. Sandra Smith from Denver Public Library has posted great strategies for growing learning champions! Here are a few:

• Do get out of your cubicle and talk learning and training with anyone and everyone!
• Do involve staff at all levels, inviting them to contribute and participate.
• Do provide support for those who participate in training.
• Do use and promote training as a development opportunity for staff.
• Do publicize what's going on in your world.

And there is more, just check out Growing Learning Champions at Denver Public Library to see how you can grow learning champions at your library!

I would like to add ... don't forget to celebrate yours and others learning accomplishments! Balloons, chocolate, or alohas ... all work well to bring recognition to the importance of learning.