Lessons Learned From a Failed Research Project: An Informal Examination of LibGuide Design and Use Became a Professional Growth Opportunity

The profound silence in the professional literature concerning failures, gaps, and missteps, when conducting research or trying new initiatives, appears to be fairly pervasive concerning librarians and research. It is beneficial to learn from other librarians' research failures, as it can provide guidance and advice, and should help rather than hinder learning opportunities for interested readers.