Pre- and Post-Retirement Tips for Librarians

Retirement holds many questions for librarians. Smallwood’s volume offers insight, inspiration, and tips for those already retired as well as those thinking about retiring. A raft of veteran librarians, financial advisors, and other experts address



Planning for retirement, and how to leave things in good shape for those continuing your work
The pros and cons of taking early retirement, including financial considerations
How to stay connected to the profession after leaving the job by engaging in part-time work and through professional related activities
Second careers, community volunteering, travel, staying healthy, budgeting, and other post-retirement activities and concerns

This book helps librarians navigate a smooth passage into retirement.