Let's get one thing clear: I sell books. I am not a Reference Desk, an Encyclopedia, or a know-it all.
Just this week, i've been asked the following:
On some of them, i've directed people to the books that can help answer their questions, but even that isn't enough!!
At times like this, I just wonder if I should quit my job and become a Librarian. Apparently i'm a magnet for such questions that are beyond my scope and authority.
Just this week, i've been asked the following:
- Identification of certain plants
- Swimming spots
- Music they've heard on the radio
- Quotes from Films
- getting from Point A to Point B
On some of them, i've directed people to the books that can help answer their questions, but even that isn't enough!!
At times like this, I just wonder if I should quit my job and become a Librarian. Apparently i'm a magnet for such questions that are beyond my scope and authority.
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