Reference and Information Services

Reference and Information Services
Author: Kay Ann Cassell
Publisher: American Library Association
Total Pages: 532
Release: 2013
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1555708595

Search skills of today bear little resemblance to searches through print publications. Reference service has become much more complex than in the past, and is in a constant state of flux. Learning the skill sets of a worthy reference librarian can be challenging, unending, rewarding, and-- yes, fun.

World Business Resources.com

World Business Resources.com
Author: Garrett Wasny
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies
Total Pages: 704
Release: 2000
Genre: Business
ISBN:

Information-packed, jargon-free, and easy-to-use, this directory is a one-stop guide to finding the most up-to-date and practical business information on the Internet.

Strauss's Handbook of Business Information

Strauss's Handbook of Business Information
Author: Hal P. Kirkwood
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 421
Release: 2020-08-24
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 144085131X

This new edition of Strauss's guide helps users to find current information for and about businesses of all kinds—both private and public, U.S.-based and international—related to finance, investment, industries, and entrepreneurship. Strauss's Handbook of Business Information is a resource for finding and understanding business information. It contains explanation and instruction on the key facets of business information and provides detailed descriptions of key resources within both broad and specific categories. It can be used as a guide to further understanding the what, how, and why of business information research. The changing arena of business information requires regular updating and awareness. This new edition has been thoroughly updated with three new chapters: Entrepreneurship, Competitive Intelligence, and Corporate Social Responsibility. Other additions of note include subsections on internet and mobile marketing and tax havens and related issues; coverage of new legislation (e.g., Dodd-Frank); and subsections on index funds, investment communities, regulatory bodies and laws, hedge funds, venture capital companies, assessing risks, robo-advisors, and more. The Handbook is for students, faculty, librarians, and information professionals looking to gain a broader and deeper understanding of business information. Anyone needing to gain quick exposure to business information needs and resources for solutions will benefit from the volume as well.

The Directory of Business Information Resources

The Directory of Business Information Resources
Author: Grey House Publishing
Publisher: Grey House Publishing
Total Pages: 2532
Release: 2002
Genre: Associations, institutions, etc
ISBN: 9781930956759

With 100% verification, over 1,000 new listings and more than 12,000 updates, this 2002 edition of The Directory of Business Information Resources is the most up-to-date source for contacts in over 98 business areas -- from advertising and agriculture to utilities and wholesalers. This carefully researched volume details: the Associations representing each industry; the Newsletters that keep members current; the Magazines and Journals that are important to the trade, the Conventions that are "must attends, " Databases, Directories and Industry Web Sites that provide access to must-have marketing resources. Includes contact names, phone & fax numbers, web sites and e-mail addresses. This one-volume resource is a gold mine of information and would be a welcome addition to any reference collection.

Reference Sources for Small and Medium-sized Libraries, Eighth Edition

Reference Sources for Small and Medium-sized Libraries, Eighth Edition
Author: Jack O'Gorman
Publisher: American Library Association
Total Pages: 313
Release: 2014-02-25
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0838912125

Focusing on new reference sources published since 2008 and reference titles that have retained their relevance, this new edition brings O’Gorman’s complete and authoritative guide to the best reference sources for small and medium-sized academic and public libraries fully up to date. About 40 percent of the content is new to this edition. Containing sources selected and annotated by a team of public and academic librarians, the works included have been chosen for value and expertise in specific subject areas. Equally useful for both library patrons and staff, this resource Covers more than a dozen key subject areas, including General Reference; Philosophy, Religion, and Ethics; Psychology and Psychiatry; Social Sciences and Sociology; Business and Careers; Political Science and Law; Education; Words and Languages; Science and Technology; History; and Performing Arts Encompasses database products, CD-ROMs, websites, and other electronic resources in addition to print materials Includes thorough annotations for each source, with information on author/editor, publisher, cost, format, Dewey and LC classification numbers, and more Library patrons will find this an invaluable resource for current everyday topics. Librarians will appreciate it as both a reference and collection development tool, knowing it’s backed by ALA’s long tradition of excellence in reference selection.

2011 Consumer Action Handbook

2011 Consumer Action Handbook
Author: U.S. Services Administration
Publisher: GPO FCIC
Total Pages: 166
Release: 2011-02
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9781612211015

Use this guide to help with consumer purchases, problems and complaints. Find consumer contacts at hundreds of companies and trade associations; local, state, and federal government agencies; national consumer organizations; and more.

The Entrepreneur's Information Sourcebook

The Entrepreneur's Information Sourcebook
Author: Susan C. Awe
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2012-01-16
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1598847872

For 21st-century entrepreneurs, this book provides the practical guidance they need to overcome the often intimidating challenges of starting, organizing, and running a new business effectively and efficiently. The economic downturn has many individuals considering going into business for themselves, rather than relying on an employer for their income. Unfortunately, according to data from the Small Business Administration, the odds of long-term success are against them: 69 percent of businesses do not last past seven years and 56 percent fail in less than four. This book provides entrepreneurs with a comprehensive guide to the resources they need or will likely want to consult when starting a small business—and in order to stay profitable over the long run. The Entrepreneur's Information Sourcebook: Charting the Path to Small Business Success, Second Edition provides the expert guidance and up-to-date print and web resources an entrepreneur may need to make his business thrive and grow, from inception and information gathering, to raising capital, to marketing methods and human resource concerns. Nearly half of the resources in this newly updated book are new, and the essays have also been updated to reflect current business practices. This book is an essential tool that provides quick and easy access to the information every small business owner needs.

Reference and Information Services

Reference and Information Services
Author: Melissa A. Wong
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 729
Release: 2024-08-22
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1440880492

Written as a textbook for LIS students taking reference courses, this fully updated and revised seventh edition of Reference and Information Services: An Introduction also serves as a helpful handbook for practitioners to refamiliarize themselves with particular types and formats of sources and to refresh their knowledge on specific service topics. The first section grounds the rest of the textbook with an overview of the foundations of reference and an introduction to the theories, values, and standards that guide reference service. The second section provides an overview of reference services and techniques for service provision, establishing a foundation of knowledge on reference service and extending ethical and social justice perspectives. The third part offers an overview of the information life cycle and dissemination of information, followed by an in-depth examination of information sources by type as well as by broad subject areas. Finally, the concluding section guides the reader through the process of developing and maintaining their own vision of reference practice. This textbook is essential reading for all preservice and working librarians, particularly those concerned with ethical and social justice perspectives on reference work.