When I tell people that my job is to recruit librarians, I tend to get a confused response. It’s a common misconception that libraries are outdated – people think that they have been replaced by the internet. I always laugh, knowing that those same people would be shocked at the crowds at an ALA or SLA conference. As a niche industry, the rules are a little different in the library and information science field. Check out these networking tips from Forbes tailored to those working in niche industries.