Trading Spaces is a mentoring program designed to enable Utah library staff to learn skills from each other. Library workers sign up for the program, get approved, and then work with their mentor on a specific project that might lead their library in positive directions. Complete details are on the Utah State Library website
Apply by filling out the application form or applying online:
To be mentored: mentee application
To become a mentor: mentor application
Goals of the program:
- Developing 21st century skills for all Utah library staff
- Finding new ways of doing things and solving problems
- Sharing expertise through collaboration and networking
- Supporting newcomers to Utah libraries
Mentors are matched with applicants by Trading Spaces Committee members. There will be an opening session to explain the program and discuss the mentoring relationship. At that time, applicants will be matched with mentors and develop an action plan. The program goes from July 1-June 30, with application deadlines twice a year: June 30 and Dec. 31. Meetings should be planned based on the scope of the project. They may take place in person, by phone, or online. Continue reading Trading Spaces: Utah Library Mentoring program
