IPSC Makes Some Noise at Jupiter

The Information Professionals Social Club met at Jupiter in Berkeley tonight, and despite the noise of the crowd, I was able to make new acquaintances and catch up with familiar colleagues. Records managers, librarians, and students with varying emphases made for a good mix of individuals, representing the information profession.

A recurring theme (not surprisingly) is of course the economy and job market. I had a great discussion with colleagues Cyndi Varady and Amy Rogers about successfully working with temp agencies to land a library/archive/or other gig.

My experience tells me that it is important to make sure to develop a solid connection and build rapport with the recruiter. Have a conversation, don’t just leave a message. Then, stay in touch.

The extra time and energy can eventually pay off, even if it is down the line.

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Information Professionals Social Club to meet in Berkeley, CA Tuesday May 24th, 2011

Time	Tuesday, May 24 · 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Location	Jupiter Cafe: 2181 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA.
Created By	Information Professionals Social Club (IPSC)
More Info	Come celebrate summer with the Information Professionals Social Club! The IPSC invites Bay Area information professionals, students and alumni to join us at 7pm on May 24, 2011 for our next meet-up at Jupiter in Berkeley, CA. Jupiter, while out of this world in taste and ambiance, is located at 2181 Shattuck Avenue in Berkeley, CA. The IPSC mission is “to promote networking between information professionals of all walks, this includes seasoned professionals, new graduates, and students. Our informal meet-ups are designed to stimulate conversation, share employment experiences, educational advice, and above all make new friends.” Join us on Facebook, where we share information on the profession, tips on interviewing and landing the job you want, and stories and news that touches the bookworm in all of us.

The IPSC was founded by LIS Lady, Stephanie M. Roach, and Cynthia Varady.