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So, What Is an Information Strategist?

One of the challenges for those of us in alternative LIS careers is how to describe ourselves. Information consultant? Check. Independent information professional? Check. Consulting/freelance/contract/independent librarian? Yep.

But the role I most often end up playing is information strategist. And what the heck, you may ask, is that?

The Information Strategist’s Role

As an information strategist, I work with for-profit and nonprofit organizations to help them create an information strategy that aligns with and drives their strategic goals. I meet with key members of the organization to determine answers to the following questions:

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