Leadership In Academic And Public Libraries

Author : Petra Düren
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781780633398

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Leadership in Academic and Public Libraries by Petra Düren Pdf

In a time when libraries have to face constant change, this book provides examples and advises on how to lead when change is needed (for example, when quality management is implemented or when libraries have to merge or to relocate). Engaging with how constant change affects leadership in libraries and how leaders in libraries act in times of change, this book is aimed at practitioners and students of Library and Information Science (LIS) alike, and is based on both theory and expert interviews from leaders in academic and public libraries that are in the midst, or are now coming out of a process of change. Provides practical solutions for real change situations and problems in libraries Includes expert interviews Written by a professor with nine years experience as a member the management team for the German National Library of Science and Technology

Author : Alma Ortega
Publisher : Chandos Publishing
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2017-01-31
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780081006504

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Academic Libraries and Toxic Leadership by Alma Ortega Pdf

Academic Libraries and Toxic Leadership examines a phenomenon that has yet to be seriously explored. While other so-called feminized professions, such as nursing, have been studied for their tendency to create toxic leadership environments, thus far academic librarianship has not. This book focuses on how to identify a toxic leader in an academic library setting, how to address toxic leadership, and how to work toward eradicating it from the organization. In addition, it discusses which steps can be used to prevent libraries from hiring toxic leaders. Presents original research based on a two-phase study about toxic leadership in academic libraries Demonstrates how to identify toxic leadership in libraries Shows how toxic leadership can manifest itself, providing the reader with steps to eradicate it

Author : James M. Freedman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Academic libraries
ISBN : 0838947670

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Becoming a Library Leader by James M. Freedman Pdf

In three parts--Library Organizations and Academic Culture, The Seven Stages of Leadership Development, and Cultural Intelligence and Global Leadership--Becoming a Library Leader offers a wealth of resources to help you progress through the seven stages of leadership development: Understanding Yourself and Your Leadership Potential ; Emotional Intelligence and Leadership ; Vision and Strategy ; Leading with Intention ; What Leaders Really Do: Communicate and Change ; Correcting through Reflecting ; Mind-Set, Grit, and Resilience.

Author : Maha Kumaran
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2012-02-23
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781780633084

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Leadership in Libraries by Maha Kumaran Pdf

The efforts of ethnic-minority librarians to become leaders in Western libraries are an important topic for any librarian working towards becoming a leader, with issues such as cross-cultural leadership relevant for all aspiring librarians. Leadership in Libraries covers leadership in various areas, provides examples of successful minority leaders in different fields and statistical data on minorities and librarians in several countries. The title probes library school programs and their efforts to develop leadership skills among librarians in general, and among minority librarians in particular. The book begins by introducing the concept of ethnic-minority leadership, moving on in the first chapter to definitions by culture, profession, and gender. The next three chapters consider managers as leaders, leadership styles, skills, and leadership in school, public and academic libraries in the US, the UK, Canada and Australia. The final chapter includes instances of bad leadership, and offers a conclusion. Presents information on learning and developing leadership skills Assesses current and relevant statistical data on minority librarians in Canada, US and UK Explores information on leadership related courses offered in library schools

Author : Mark Winston
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2013-12-19
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781135024017

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Leadership in the Library and Information Science Professions by Mark Winston Pdf

Safely guide your library into the new millennium! Like so much else in the information professions, leadership styles are being forced to change to meet the demands of technological innovation. Leadership in the Library and Information Science Professions is among the first books to focus on this increasingly important job qualification. It offers practical advice for developing strong, flexible, and creative leadership skills in yourself and your staff. This fascinating volume stresses the leadership needed to manage change. The essential skills taught here will help you update library services at a reasonable pace while preserving valuable low-tech alternatives. As one chapter recommends, “Every librarian at every level should have ready an answer-multiple answers-to the ubiquitous questions: Why do we still need libraries when everything is on the Web? How can you justify an expanding budget in the Internet Age?” Leadership in the Library and Information Science Professions offers fresh ideas for developing and using leadership skills, including: recruiting tips for identifying potential leaders staff training and development restructuring the organization to encourage full staff participation budget strategies for successful leaders issues of gender and ethnic diversity evaluating and assessing leadership Leadership in the Library and Information Science Professions is an essential resource for library administrators and staff. By developing your leadership skills and those of your staff, you can confidently face the hectic pace of change in the information sciences.

Author : Peter Hernon,Niels Ole Pors
Publisher : Libraries Unlimited
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2013-01-08
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781610691260

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Library Leadership in the United States and Europe by Peter Hernon,Niels Ole Pors Pdf

This book is the first to examine library and information science leadership in the United States and throughout Europe, providing a critical analysis and comparison of leadership in America versus in Europe and the United Kingdom. This book is the first to examine library and information science leadership in the United States and throughout Europe, providing a critical analysis and comparison of leadership in America versus in Europe and the United Kingdom. Hide

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2011-05-18
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781598846904

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Middle Management in Academic and Public Libraries by Anonim Pdf

Drawing from the contributions of 20 academic and public library middle managers, this book reveals knowledge, expertise, and insights on a variety of management topics and responsibilities. Conflict resolution. Professional development. Budget cuts. Mentoring and performance evaluations. Time management. Diversity and workplace culture. All of these topics—as well as many others—represent challenges for library middle managers. This unique resource provides the key insight needed to successfully advance a middle management career to the highest levels in librarian administration. Middle Management in Academic and Public Libraries examines managerial topics such as the balance of authority and responsibility as viewed by middle managers, views of middle managers engaged as youth services librarians, collaboration efforts between public and technical services, integrating modern technologies into library services, and recommended career ladder steps. Each of the 20 contributors shares his or her specific expertise, resulting in an engaging compilation of great depth and breadth containing the "pearls of wisdom" that an aspiring middle manager needs in an academic or public library setting.

Author : Libraries Unlimited
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 231 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 161069127X

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Library Leadership in the United States and Europe by Libraries Unlimited Pdf

Author : Jason Martin
Publisher : ALA Editions
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2019-06-12
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0838919057

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Library Leadership Your Way by Jason Martin Pdf

Author Jason Martin won't tell you how to be a leader. Instead, he’ll give you a roadmap and the tools to find it out for yourself, guiding you to discover why you want to lead, how you can best lead, and what your own unique leadership practice looks like.

Author : Irene M. H. Herold
Publisher : Association of College & Research Libraries
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Academic librarians
ISBN : 083898763X

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Creating Leaders by Irene M. H. Herold Pdf

In the past 30 years, the field of librarianship has increasingly recognized the importance of targeted programs for leadership development. The first of these were designed and offered by the Association of Research Libraries and evolved from their Management Skills Institutes. This book describes 18 programs that have been created to fulfill not only a need but also a growing demand for formal education and training programs. The chapters in this book discuss within a common framework the major programs that already exist. It also accomplishes another more important purpose: it effectively illuminates what needs to be done to ensure we will have the leaders needed for future success and sustainability.

Author : Peter Hernon,Ronald R. Powell,Arthur P. Young
Publisher : Libraries Unlimited
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2003-10-30
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : UOM:39015057603121

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The Next Library Leadership by Peter Hernon,Ronald R. Powell,Arthur P. Young Pdf

This much needed work addresses a topic of increasing importance and urgency: the shortage of individuals attracted to professional careers in librarianship, and the subsequent consequences for leadership positions, particularly library directorship. Through extensive interviews and a thorough review of the existing literature, the authors-all highly respected for their exceptional leadership and contributions to library science-assess what constitutes effective leadership and identify the traits needed by the next generation of academic and public library directors. The authors argue that library directors must be both managers and leaders, and that LIS students and graduates need appropriate support in seeking out upper level positions and exercising leadership. They present tools for assessing leadership and suggest strategies that individuals can use to prepare themselves for leadership positions and the challenges that lie ahead. A detailed bibliography completes the work. An important contribution to the field of library and information science, this eye-opening study is essential reading for anyone in the profession.

Author : Bradford Lee Eden,Jody Condit Fagan
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2014-03-14
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781442232600

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Leadership in Academic Libraries Today by Bradford Lee Eden,Jody Condit Fagan Pdf

Leadership in Academic Libraries highlights model examples of the move from leadership theory into actual practice. A consideration of leadership theories provides a working vocabulary to facilitate discussions of abstract concepts, while specific topical investigations and case studies illustrate those concepts and show the manner in which theories play out in practice. Chapter authors speak from experience as well as theoretical grounding, and include practitioners, researchers, and formal and informal leaders. Topics include transformational leadership across generations; developing a research agenda in library leadership; methodologies for studying library leadership; connections between leadership models and library-focused research; engaging with business, psychology, and educational administration literature; leadership styles; organizational culture; the role of mentoring in leadership; and the role of women in academic library leadership. Two chapters highlight the dichotomy between positional leadership and socially constructed leadership roles. The research methods used include case study, survey, and action research. Extensive bibliographies for each chapter provide a solid foundation for further research.

Author : Margaret Weaver,Leo Appleton
Publisher : Facet Publishing
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2020-11-10
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781783304530

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Bold Minds by Margaret Weaver,Leo Appleton Pdf

Are librarians and libraries relevant in the 21st century? This is a fundamental question and one that presents differing opinions across the many diverse information sectors. If there is a continuing need for libraries and for librarians, then how do library leaders obtain strategic support when there appears to be a lack of clarity or understanding about the very purpose of libraries at a time when economically, libraries are under pressure to develop new business models and be more commercially focussed? Bold Minds: Library leadership in a time of disruption brings together international leaders who frame many aspects of the current library provision and who carry responsibility for the library models of the future to consider how librarians and libraries can be a driving force in a time of disruptive economic, technological and cultural change. Each chapter critically presents a short leadership provocation regarding libraries and their purpose, encompassing impact, service delivery, collections, staff skills and professional training and assessing what it means for leaders, their sectors and organisations, and how they have developed their personal leadership signature. This book will be invaluable to library and information professionals in a range of public and private sector libraries as well as policy makers in services where libraries are a component. It will also be useful for students, educational establishments, and IT professionals with an information management element to their work.

Author : Peter Hernon,Nancy Rossiter
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 317 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2006-12-30
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780313090622

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Making a Difference by Peter Hernon,Nancy Rossiter Pdf

Leadership is separate from, but integral to, management; and library directors today and for the foreseeable future can be expected to play an institutional role as they lead the library to contribute towards the mission of their college and university. Similarly, new courses in library leadership now accompany more traditional ones on managing organizations and information resources. However, much of the literature on LIS leadership represents a distilled application of principles and practices borrowed from other disciplines, with few reports of research from the library field. Conceived as a companion to The Next Library Leadership (Libraries Unlimited, 2003), Making a Difference includes not only a discussion of effective attributes, but of issues central to the development of leadership qualities, strategies, and dispositions. Essential reading for anyone interested in advancing the quality of leadership within LIS, particularly academic librarians in or aspiring to positions of managerial leadership.

Author : Kelly Blessinger,Paul Hrycaj
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2013-02-11
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781780633688

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Workplace Culture in Academic Libraries by Kelly Blessinger,Paul Hrycaj Pdf

Workplace culture refers to conditions that collectively influence the work atmosphere. These can include policies, norms, and unwritten standards for behavior. This book focuses on various aspects of workplace culture in academic libraries from the practitioners’ viewpoint, as opposed to that of the theoretician. The book asks the following questions: What conditions contribute to an excellent academic library work environment? What helps to make a particular academic library a great place to work? Articles focus on actual programs while placing the discussion in a scholarly context. The book is structured into 14 chapters, covering various aspects of workplace culture in academic libraries, including: overview of workplace culture, assessment, recruitment, acclimation for new librarians, workforce diversity, physical environment, staff morale, interaction between departments, tenure track/academic culture, mentoring/coaching, generational differences, motivation/incentives, complaints/conflict management, and organizational transparency. Includes the most current best practices and models in academic libraries Represents the viewpoints of both the employee and manager Focuses on the academic library as workplace rather than as a service provider