Name: SMART Goals Get Results: Think SMARTer, not Harder
Start: 2026-10-08T10:00:00-0700
End: 2026-10-08T11:00:00-0700

SMART Goals Get Results: Think SMARTer, not Harder

Thursday October 8, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT

Grand Oasis Hotel Minot - Grand Ballroom

Creating SMART goals is an effective tool that provides clarity, focus, and motivation to achieve your goals. North Dakota Coordinating Council members Mary Soucie and Andrea Placher will focus on using SMART goals when applying for and writing Library Vision Grants. However, this session will be useful for all library staff in many facets of their work.

Speakers

Andrea Placher

Library Director, Williston Community Library

Andrea Placher started working at the Williston Community Library as the children’s librarian in 2011. In 2017, she took on the role of director with guidance and support. She is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment for everyone in the community. During her time in Williston... Read More →

Mary Soucie

State Librarian, North Dakota State Library

Mary Soucie has served as the State Librarian of North Dakota since 2014. She believes that libraries serve as community centers, connecting all the parts of the community that they serve. When she's not traveling for work, she loves to read, ride her e-bike, and be creative in... Read More →

Thursday October 8, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
Grand Oasis Hotel Minot - Grand Ballroom 1505 N Broadway, Minot, ND 58703, USA

Concurrent Session, Academic

2026 NDLA Conference

Andrea Placher

Mary Soucie

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2026 NDLA Conference

Andrea Placher

Mary Soucie

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