What skills are needed to become a Librarian?
Librarian should skilled in customer service to deal with large sum of people from different background. Good oral as well as written communication skills are essential. Organised way of working is a must for a good librarian. Supervising ability and team working is necessary. Diplomacy and ability to motivate and inspire others is needed. A good research skill is needed to remain up to date with new entries. Computer literacy and skill in handling internet, spread sheets and databases is required. For specialist librarians good general knowledge as well as thorough understandings of his area of interest is a requisite.
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