Art Pro Net Podcast

What do you look for in a job posting? If you are like most folks, you look at location, salary, and type of collection. While these are all critical parts of planning where you want to send your next...

Do you feel unsure about where your career is going? Do you get overwhelmed trying to plan your next steps? Do you also get up every day and manage collections and exhibitions? Building a career plan ...

I've done many episodes to encourage listeners to get out and network in the art pro community, but this one is a bit different. Now it is all about networking within your own organization. Many art p...

With the beginning of a new year and our 5th season here at Art Pro Net, this podcast is about a topic that can often seem daunting to art pros. No matter your institution's size, finding the time and...

The newest buzzword these days is Capacity. It comes up in conversations about storage space and usually goes along with square footage and static loads. Hearing this word has opened up a different li...

Have you ever been part of a loan process before? If you have been a lender you know how much work can go into this process. What you may not know is that how you behave as a borrowing institution can...

Who are you grateful for in 2022? This is a fantastic time to answer this question and plan your end-of-year networking. In this episode, I talk about how to make a positive and sincere impression on ...

I am so excited to bring you this interview with author and ageism activist Ashton Applewhite. Her book, This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism is a hopeful and authentic look at this issue affe...

Building and managing teams is not easy. It requires that you search for talented individuals that have the skills you need and the potential you hope will help you accomplish your goals. All the tale...

Have you ever been midway through your previously planned budget and schedule, and then you get asked to pivot and add something new? Don't worry. You really can add projects while keeping the plates ...

Have you ever had a conversation about collections access that left you feeling like a damp rag? Do you constantly get accused of being too restrictive? Here are my top 5 concepts to consider when set...

Deciding to become a collections manager is the first step, but the second is even more important...deciding what kind of collection you want to care for. If you choose cultural heritage objects you n...

Attending and participating in the PACCIN Conference this month allowed me to take in many fantastic insights and perspectives, but one thing was driven home for me more than any other...We as a commu...

Post-COVID networking can be overwhelming, but now is the time to revive your connections. Whether you are just starting out, or you have had a strong network in the past, getting out there and making...

Do you find evaluations excruciating? Do they cause you anxiety and fear? If they do then there is one thing you can count on, you are doing them wrong. In this episode, I talk about something I hear ...

Oftentimes collections managers are considered the "Art Cops" of our industry. We are seen as the wet rags that add stop signs to the planning of exhibitions and collections care. In this episode, I w...

For my first "Nuts and Bolts" episode this season I am getting into a sticky topic. We all walk the fine line using tapes and adhesives in our work. Knowing when, what, and how to use these materials ...

In this episode, I continue my quest to help you answer the question... "What do I want to do in a museum? Believe it or not Curatorial and Collection positions make up a small sector of the staff you...

Many think that 2022 is the year of The Great Resignation, but I think it is the year of The Great Leverage. More than ever people are willing to consider new scenarios and changes in the workplace. S...

The Art Pro Net Podcast is back for the 4th season! After a few months hiatus of running recruitment and working on a refresh, this episode is all about first impressions. What you say in your applica...

I see a lot of negativity and struggle for our community these days. What ingredient are we missing to help move things in a more positive and hopeful direction? One thing I have noticed is a signific...

With job searches picking up again, I am noticing some major issues coming up for art pros involved in all parts of this equation. Having been a seeker on both sides and a translator in the middle, I ...

The holiday sale season is upon us, and this episode is all about the basics you need for an everyday tool kit. From tape measures to hardware kits, it is important to have tools and tricks for all ki...

People are leaving their positions in a big way these days, and this episode is about how to make moving on a positive event. My tips on leaving your current gig with gratefulness and sincerity will h...