Your Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) library card gives you access to a world of possibilities. In addition to a wide selection of physical and digital items you can check out, you also have access to a variety of online resources and databases. This month, take a closer look at JobNow and our Author Alert services.
JobNow
Get set up for success with the numerous resources available through JobNow. You will find live help from experts, resources to peruse, and even online courses to hone your skills.
Polish your resume with live online help or submit it to their resume lab. They have a selection of winning resume templates and resume resources for you to explore as well, where you can find a good match for your career search.
When you are ready to launch into the job search itself, visit their live online job coaching to support your search and application process. The job resources section offers helpful job search resources to support your efforts.
Prepare for the interview with live online interview coaching and find key interview tips. For further interview preparation, explore the online interview resources, and live life skills support, and give yourself a competitive edge with skills preparation courses.
If you are not sure what career is best for you, check out the expert job matching questionnaire and career assessment, or find out what college majors and careers match your skills and interests.
For even more career search support, check out our Job Search & Career Tools guide.
Author Alert Services
Reading is a personal experience, and when you find an author that resonates with you, you likely want to read more of their work. Follow authors with ease through our Author Alert services! Get text or email notifications when the Library orders new titles by your favorite authors. You can also set up alerts for performers and directors if there are music artists or film makers you want to hear about.
Setting up an alert is a no-stress process. Go to our online catalog. Next, search our catalog for an author or performer you want to follow. Next to each result, look for the “Add Author Alert” button. You will then have the option to add your email address or phone number where you would like to receive alerts. Done!
You can also modify what authors and performers you want to hear about. In our online catalog, you will find "Add Author Alert” on the left side of the page under Reading Resources. Next, you will be asked to provide the phone number or email address where you get author alerts. After that step, you can remove or add authors and performers in your alert list and browse lists of recent and popular alerts added by other users.
From there, kick back and relax. You will receive an alert the next time the Library adds an item from the authors and performers you love!