Episode 16: Alison King - Leaping Librarians: What’s Your Next Move?
In this episode of Shush-Free Zone, host Dawn Brushammar talks with Alison King, career coach, founder of King Career Services, and creator of Leaping Librarians.
Alison shares her own journey from academic, public, and school libraries into corporate copy editing and what she has learned from helping other librarians make their own career leaps. They talk about recognizing the transferable skills librarians already have, translating those skills for employers outside the profession, networking without feeling awkward, and figuring out what you actually want to do next.
Whether you're thinking about leaving librarianship, exploring a library-adjacent career, or simply wondering what else your library skills could do, this conversation is full of practical advice and encouragement.
About Alison:
Alison King is a career management coach who helps librarians write the next chapter in their careers. She holds a master’s degree in Library & Information Science from Drexel University and worked in academic, public, and school libraries for over 10 years. In 2022, Alison took a leap and transitioned from school librarian to full-time corporate copy editor, all while building her own business (King Career Services/Leaping Librarians). She is one of only 76 Nationally Certified Resume Writers (NCRW) in the USA and makes it a point to learn one new thing every day to help her clients. Alison is on a mission to help librarians and LIS workers take the leap to achieve their most ambitious career goals!
Related Links:
www.linkedin.com/in/alisonking100