Activity in professional associations: The positive difference in a librarian's career

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.