In searching for books to serve as windows and sliding glass doors for Boston Public Library’s job seeking patrons, I found the following titles. I hope you’ll discover a bit of what you need in them, too!
Salary: How to Ask & Negotiate
Money is a delicate subject for a lot of people, and talking about it can be uncomfortable. If you go into a job interview or a salary negotiation with knowledge and practice, though, that conversation can be smooth and successful! This blog post will equip you with a toolbox of knowledge to help you prepare.
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! In honor of the occasion, check out these resources for disabled jobseekers.
Creative Entrepreneurship Resources
Not only are you designing and making your product, you are responsible for market research, product photography, pricing, marketing, sales, taxes, shipping, grant and residency applications, contracts, and more. Here are some resources to help you feel a little more prepared to tackle the business side of your creative practice.
Resources for Immigrants
June is Immigrant Heritage Month! This is an especially important celebration because Boston and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts couldn't be what they are today without immigrants. The Boston Mayor's office even designated 2025 as the Year of Belonging to celebrate newcomers. At a time when immigrant communities are more vulnerable than ever, any recognitions and…
Stress Relief While Job Seeking
Looking for a job is always a stressful experience. Looking for a job while the economy and politics are also in upheaval is doubly challenging. Here are some strategies to take a beat, whether your priority is to bring down your tension and panic right now or to distract for just a little while before…
Job Searching Over 50
With today’s economic challenges, many people who would typically be preparing for retirement are instead choosing to stay in the workforce. If that sounds like you, these resources can help you navigate a changing workplace and the hazard of ageism. Groups, Resources & Workshops: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group events at the Boston Public Library…
International Workers’ Day!
Happy belated International Workers' Day! The American Federation of Labor (AFL) decided on May 1 for this celebration in honor of the general strike of May 1-4, 1886 in Chicago, Illinois that resulted in the Haymarket Massacre. The general workforce had struck to demand an 8-hour work day. Though the strike ended in violence, it…
Haitian Influence on Boston’s Workforce
For this year's Haitian Heritage Month, I wanted to acknowledge the massive impact that Haitian immigrants have had on Boston's employment and economic landscape over the past several years. Haitian immigrants have settled in Boston increasingly since the 1950s, with Haitians currently making up the 3rd largest foreign-born population in the area after the Dominican…
Black History Month in KBLIC
This month at the Kirstein Business Library & Innovation Center (KBLIC), we’ve been testing out new book display furniture just in time for Black History Month. We’d love for you to come by and share your thoughts on the new setup before the display switches! On display this month, you’ll find books that highlight the…
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