Start Up to Succeed, not to Fail. The Library Can Help!

It’s exciting when the eureka moment happens. The instance when a brilliant idea surfaces and you think, “I have something here. This could be big.” But taking that idea to action is complicated. It’s not enough to have a brilliant idea or to be passionate about your goal. It takes planning, research, and a supportive …

Getting Ahead: Secrets to a Great Job Interview

Guest Blog by Christian Knoll What are the secrets to being great in a job interview? What do you need to succeed, and how do you show the hiring manager that you are the best fit for the job? The interview process can be difficult. But, if you know how to prepare and effectively answer …

Love the Library? Apply to Our Library Academy

It’s February and love is in the air. Including #LibraryLove! If you’ve ever remarked, “I loooooooove the library,” then our new Poudre River Public Library Academy might make your heart skip a beat! We’re launching our first-ever Library Academy, a six-week course where participants get a unique opportunity for an insider’s view of Library programs, …

Library Resources and Services Boost Startups and Small Business

Not everyone thinks of the public library when starting a business. Yet, it’s the radical collaboration among entrepreneurs, the Library, and our strategic partners that continues to foster local economic development. Poudre River Public Libraries have just about everything a 21st century entrepreneur might need: work space, Internet access, reference materials and research databases, and …

Kevin Cook Shares Nature Writing, Colorado Lifescapes

Guest Blog by Christian Knoll Kevin Cook is a name many Front Range residents are familiar with. His work as a nationally-syndicated nature writer has allowed him to cultivate a devout following of avid readers and nature enthusiasts alike. In addition to his work as a writer, Cook is also an active event panelist for …