Recommendations focus on the ways in which individuals can better prepare themselves for a presidential role, and the manner in which employees and associations can nurture leaders. Although a literature review find little research on the topic, the author's survey concludes that many factors influence decisions. Abstract Participating actively in professional associations can make a positive difference in a librarian's job and career. Associations are relevant sources of current information. Effective communication and leadership skills are learned or enhanced.
Librarians can become familiar with the processes of research and publication.
A sense of professional community is nurtured. This article discusses the impact of active participation in professional associations on the librarian's job and career development. They take a variety of forms, from the independent associations or group to the round table or section of a larger library association. They exist on national, regional, state, and local levels. The groups share common elements in the reasons they were formed and their member expectations.