tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.comments2023-11-16T18:28:45.786+08:00Rambling Librarian :: Incidental Thoughts of a Singapore LiblogarianUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger2542125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-36657001838330762472017-02-28T22:41:13.822+08:002017-02-28T22:41:13.822+08:00I seriously like HOW* these words...........I seriously like HOW* these words...........Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16362974197798569403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-3478588133953834432017-02-28T22:40:36.926+08:002017-02-28T22:40:36.926+08:00Yeah right. I heard that too. But this story (lege...Yeah right. I heard that too. But this story (legend/myth) is so nice I hand type to copy this longcut thing. I seriously like hoe these words and paragraphs are just so good. I don't even know why I am still typing this haha bye.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16362974197798569403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-65948877417647563692016-07-03T21:58:13.570+08:002016-07-03T21:58:13.570+08:00Nice. And I highly recommend Aaron Tay's blog ...Nice. And I highly recommend Aaron Tay's blog for academic/ tech-related posts in the library context.Ivan Chewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02727226573817276108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-22112018035428041162016-06-10T22:28:22.085+08:002016-06-10T22:28:22.085+08:00For those interesting in academic librarian jobs i...For those interesting in academic librarian jobs in Singapore, I wrote this<br /><br />http://musingsaboutlibrarianship.blogspot.sg/p/so-you-want-to-be-academic-librarian-in.html Aaron Tayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02750645621492448678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-29634891101053068232016-02-08T13:39:58.270+08:002016-02-08T13:39:58.270+08:00You're welcome. Hope your girl will have a goo...You're welcome. Hope your girl will have a good time sharing the story.Ivan Chewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02727226573817276108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-58778602008682049852016-02-07T14:06:05.902+08:002016-02-07T14:06:05.902+08:00Hi. I've chosen this myth for my daughter to p...Hi. I've chosen this myth for my daughter to present in school next week. I am very grateful for your comics! It would help her a lot as she is only in Pri 1 :) Thanks1 mom to 2 daughtersnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-19577974765913872942015-08-12T15:18:14.664+08:002015-08-12T15:18:14.664+08:00Hello, i'm interested in becoming a librarian ...Hello, i'm interested in becoming a librarian because i love to read too lols, just wanna ask, is it possible for a diploma holder in design (nothing related to a librarian's job i know XD) to be employed as a librarian? And what are the job scopes of a normal librarian, like those i see sitting at the information counters, what are some other things they have to do?<br />Thanks in advance :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-42470566201490876402015-07-01T14:19:25.918+08:002015-07-01T14:19:25.918+08:00Hi Ivan, thank you for mentioning our bookbinding ...Hi Ivan, thank you for mentioning our bookbinding service at SPD. Yes, we have a team of experienced craftsmen who do book binding and restoration. You may bring the books for repair down to our workshop at 2 Peng Nguan Street, any time from Mondays to Fridays from 9am - 5pm (kindly avoid lunch time from 12-1pm), except Public Holidays. <br /><br />Best Regards, <br />Shu YinAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-35203420863525834612013-04-16T00:08:05.896+08:002013-04-16T00:08:05.896+08:00Hi INVS 2.0, thanks for the comments. I'll be ...Hi INVS 2.0, thanks for the comments. I'll be sure to send my feedback to NParks directly, though this time it's through a contact who knows the staff in charge. Do you use the Simpang Kiri often? I cycled yesterday evening and didn't encounter any serious potholes. I'll have to check the bike stands next time. Cheers!Ivan Chewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02727226573817276108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-44797925643160760792013-04-15T16:38:59.553+08:002013-04-15T16:38:59.553+08:00Hi Rambling Librarian,
You can feedback this to ...Hi Rambling Librarian, <br /><br />You can feedback this to the Nparks via their website, addressed to The Park Connector Team. <br /><br />I made a complaint about Khatib Bhonsu PCN many months ago about the potholes, but nothing is done as of today. <br /><br />I have also informed them that the bike stands at the end of Simpang Kiri PCN have been damaged, but again nothing is done. <br /><br /><br />Regards. INVS 2.0https://www.blogger.com/profile/04740129846816291362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-7445153067857758972013-03-22T18:39:14.324+08:002013-03-22T18:39:14.324+08:00Does qualification and experience count for a job-...Does qualification and experience count for a job-fit at Singapore. What experience and specialisation do they consider for librarianship similar to yours - young adult librarian. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-84481975982768462402013-03-22T16:58:01.985+08:002013-03-22T16:58:01.985+08:00Hi Anonymous,I feel it's about job-fit. Someon...Hi Anonymous,I feel it's about job-fit. Someone's perfect job is another person's reason for quitting. Skills, competencies, any other value that you can bring to the job -- they are the primary considerations rather than age. Generally speaking, I think the expectations are different/ higher for older job applicants Vs fresh graduates. Also depends on asking salary and the available position. As for whether the pay is enough, well it has to be at some level right? Otherwise, no one would take up this job or most librarians have to moonlight. Ivan Chewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02727226573817276108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-19095966354386120402013-03-22T15:00:20.180+08:002013-03-22T15:00:20.180+08:00I have heard horror stories about librarian jobs. ...I have heard horror stories about librarian jobs. Your are telling a different story. I am a science graduate from NUS. I am quite interested in the job, but is there any age limit to join the library. Do you think it is possible to ENTER this job at any age. Do they pay enough to survive on this earth.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-70153075168378549792013-03-21T14:41:53.330+08:002013-03-21T14:41:53.330+08:00Thanks very much, Ivan, for this helpful post! It&...Thanks very much, Ivan, for this helpful post! It's way better than what EBSCO has on their support site.Loo Shiennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-24386848281913663022013-03-08T13:02:11.989+08:002013-03-08T13:02:11.989+08:00Thanks. But at that time when you've applied, ...Thanks. But at that time when you've applied, did you also apply to NTU directly too? Thanks for your reply!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-53181275263518847622013-03-05T23:18:03.402+08:002013-03-05T23:18:03.402+08:00@anonymous - do ask NLB directly. Good luck. @anonymous - do ask NLB directly. Good luck. Ivan Chewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02727226573817276108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-24397427631542061502013-03-05T16:40:15.485+08:002013-03-05T16:40:15.485+08:00Hi,
Would like to ask you a question regarding th...Hi,<br /><br />Would like to ask you a question regarding the Masters in Information Studies in NTU. After applying directly at NLB for the scholarship, do we still need to apply at NTU website directly? Or just one application would suffice for the program? Thanks for your help!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-9773018310563106452013-01-10T13:01:46.235+08:002013-01-10T13:01:46.235+08:00Thanks! i was able to install and search successfu...Thanks! i was able to install and search successfully. alas, when i click on the ebook i found, it only shows the email link and not the pdf link...so i can't read eBooks in the app at all,,kinda strange, since i can do the same on my computer and atleast read it online (cannot see any download link there as well)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-22358854838395344522013-01-02T22:53:09.457+08:002013-01-02T22:53:09.457+08:00Lily is a twat, who cares what she says.
Music be...Lily is a twat, who cares what she says.<br /><br />Music belongs to the people!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-34997274248683315602012-12-31T10:24:34.064+08:002012-12-31T10:24:34.064+08:00Hi Ivan,
Thanks for your encouragement! That'...Hi Ivan,<br /><br />Thanks for your encouragement! That's true. No interview or job application process is easy. I've been through so many interviews to know that. However, I'm just a bit disappointed that NLB doesn't seem to appreciate me. I wonder what is the point for calling me up for an interview then? I'm still going to try apply to NLB. Thanks for your words =)Serenenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-27809007560442502252012-12-27T20:15:54.129+08:002012-12-27T20:15:54.129+08:00Hi Serene, sorry to hear that you didn't get t...Hi Serene, sorry to hear that you didn't get the job you wanted. In your shoes, I can only say that if you really want the job, try again. This sounds generic but it's my honest answer. There are many reasons why job candidates are not selected. I think it's always a good thing a prospective employer calls back to inform that you're not shortlisted. Some don't even do that. The staff who called you may not know the reasons for rejection, and maybe wasn't prepared for your question (I'm guessing here, since I'm not privy to the interview). No job application is easy. Best regards.<br />Ivan Chewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02727226573817276108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-85168217394959095872012-12-27T15:58:41.364+08:002012-12-27T15:58:41.364+08:00By the way, I have an O level cert, a diploma from...By the way, I have an O level cert, a diploma from the local polytechnic and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication. I am currently a full time teacher.Serenenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-3312391357570904702012-12-27T15:56:59.552+08:002012-12-27T15:56:59.552+08:00Hi, I've applied for a job at National Library...Hi, I've applied for a job at National Library Board a few months back, got shortlisted for an interview and had a writing test just before the interview. The interview went ok (in my opinion). 2 weeks later, they called me back saying there were too many people applying for this position and there wasn't any suitable candidates selected. I wasn't pleased with this as it merely shows they are just patronizing me. When I applied for this position, I am honestly and sincerely interested in working as a Librarian, but the replies they gave me were really unacceptable. What should I do?Serenenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-91617993050305892492012-12-02T19:30:26.128+08:002012-12-02T19:30:26.128+08:00It's a limitation of the FB app. I can't a...It's a limitation of the FB app. I can't access my apps via FB app too.Ivan Chewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02727226573817276108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424038.post-14414732287236991572012-11-29T01:56:16.641+08:002012-11-29T01:56:16.641+08:00I store my list of books to read onto "mystuf...I store my list of books to read onto "mystuff" on the FB app. However, I was disappointed to find that I couldn't access it via the FB app on iPhone :( it would be so useful to be able to refer to my booklist on the go ..Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com