Content: Professional Knowledge
Type: Podcast
Length: 1 Hour
Level: Library Professionals
Organisers: The Library Pros
Presenters: Christopher DeCristofaro, Robert Johnson, and Thomas Shaw
Format: A one hour podcast
Reflection
Objectives: This podcast featured the Library Pros as they spoke to Thomas Shaw about an article he published concerning wellbeing and mental health, as well as workplace happiness in the library profession. Thomas spoke in detail about his experiences and why he wrote the article. The podcast talked about some of the ways library professionals can adjust and adapt to new workplaces, and how they can change those workplaces to suit them. There was a big focus on mental wellbeing and looking out for yourself, and a stress on the importance of taking breaks.
Reasons for attending: I listened to this podcast as it seemed interesting really. I had not read Thomas Shaw’s article beforehand, nor even heard of it, but a podcast episode focused on wellbeing seemed unique and helpful.
Relation to studies and learning outcomes: This podcast didn’t really relate to any subjects I’ve studied thus far at university or TAFE; it focused more on mental health and wellbeing. It spoke about mental health and wellbeing from a very practical standpoint. It very much sounded like it was something that needed to be experienced, not taught. I took a lot from the various lessons and points the Pros made, most important of which is to keep in mind that everyone is human, we all need breaks, and to change your workplace to suit you.
Future Uses: As I am only in my first job at a library, I couldn’t really relate to any of these lessons about professional fatigue yet, but I will keep these lessons in mind, and keep this podcast on hand, when I start a new position in the profession.
Evidence: Screenshot during podcast
Screenshot during podcast