What Every Library Director Should Know

Author : Susan Carol Curzon
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2023-06-05
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781538172704

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What Every Library Director Should Know by Susan Carol Curzon Pdf

In this unconventional management book, author Susan Carol Curzon presents a different take on traditional library management tools. Through personal narrative and anecdotes from other working professionals, Curzon presents the many everyday challenges one meets as a library manager: • The unwritten rules, strategies, and bits of wisdom only learned on-the-job • Behavioral nuances • Political strategies • Mentor-like advice • Subtle communication codes Regardless of the professional setting, management is management and wisdom is wisdom. What Every Library Director Should Know is the insider’s view of vital actions, behaviors, and strategies needed to succeed in every type of library. This second edition has been significantly revised to emphasize diversity, inclusion, remote work, and virtual services.

Author : Kate Hall,Kathy Parker
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 23 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2019-05-07
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838918593

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The Public Library Director’s Toolkit by Kate Hall,Kathy Parker Pdf

New public library directors quickly learn what seasoned directors already know: running a library means you’ve always got your hands full—balancing the needs of staff, patrons, facilities, library boards, and other stakeholders with professional responsibilities like community interactions, legal and financial requirements, and whole lot else that wasn’t exactly in the job description. Whether you are considering becoming a public library director, are brand new to the role, or have settled in but find yourself thinking “there’s got to be a better way,” authors Hall and Parker are here to help. This book walks you through the core components of getting up to speed and then provides templates, sample documents, checklists, and other resources that will make your job easier. Gleaned from their own decades of experience in library leadership positions, in this toolkit they - cover such key topics as employees, trustees, finances, legal issues, library policies, emergency planning, and technology; - discuss strategic planning and share advice on keeping up with trends; - offer nearly two dozen ready-to-use resources, including a Director’s Report Template, a Social Media Policy, an Employee Exit Questionnaire, a Library Cleaning Checklist, a Vision Statement worksheet, and more; and - suggest additional learning opportunities in each chapter to help you continue your learning journey. Public library directors can steer clear of common pain points by relying on the expert guidance and organizational aids in this toolkit.

Author : Frances C. Wilkinson,Rebecca L. Lubas
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2015-11-10
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9798216131328

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Practical Strategies for Academic Library Managers by Frances C. Wilkinson,Rebecca L. Lubas Pdf

Looking for tips on how to work towards your overall vision while remaining productive on the frontlines? The book gives you fresh ideas for balancing your managerial duties with day-to-day responsibilities in the academic library. A compilation of ideas from noted leaders in academic librarianship, this book explores a wealth of topics, including budgeting, human resources, facilities, collections, and IT. There is also helpful advice that will help you navigate emerging areas of librarianship, such as blended librarianship, cross-institutional collaboration, and marketing the library. You will learn how to manage, lead, and address specific library areas—all at once. Practical Strategies for Academic Library Managers: Leading with Vision through All Levels is ideal for current professionals with an expanded scope of responsibilities and those who have had administrative duties for some time, but are looking for new techniques for being a better manager. The book includes an introduction written by the editors, who are both associate deans in university libraries. Each chapter is written by a different expert in the field, providing a rich array of approaches and perspectives.

Author : Lauren Pressley
Publisher : Library Juice Press, LLC
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781936117291

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So You Want To Be a Librarian by Lauren Pressley Pdf

"Provides information about librarianship as a career, including types of libraries, types of jobs within libraries, professional issues, and educational requirements"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF)
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 267 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2015-07-01
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838913253

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A History of ALA Policy on Intellectual Freedom by Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF) Pdf

Collecting several key documents and policy statements, this supplement to the ninth edition of the Intellectual Freedom Manual traces a history of ALA’s commitment to fighting censorship. An introductory essay by Judith Krug and Candace Morgan, updated by OIF Director Barbara Jones, sketches out an overview of ALA policy on intellectual freedom. An important resource, this volume includes documents which discuss such foundational issues as The Library Bill of RightsProtecting the freedom to readALA’s Code of EthicsHow to respond to challenges and concerns about library resourcesMinors and internet activityMeeting rooms, bulletin boards, and exhibitsCopyrightPrivacy, including the retention of library usage records

Author : Mary Eileen Ahern
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 620 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1926
Category : Libraries
ISBN : UCAL:$B776658

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Libraries by Mary Eileen Ahern Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 548 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : Documentation
ISBN : UOM:39015082969422

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Documentation Abstracts by Anonim Pdf

Author : Isaac Atwater
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 936 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1893
Category : Minneapolis (Minn.)
ISBN : NYPL:33433081923413

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History of the City of Minneapolis, Minnesota by Isaac Atwater Pdf

Author : Jeannette Woodward
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2007-10-30
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780313097195

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What Every Librarian Should Know about Electronic Privacy by Jeannette Woodward Pdf

Library computer users are often novices and may not be aware that even seemingly innocuous information supplied to Web sites can be mined by government agencies, unscrupulous businesses, and criminals. Even the donated computers that libraries accept and pass on to otherwcan reveal confidential information like social security numbers. The recent discovery that online service providers have been supplying vast quantities of data to government agencies without the public's knowledge dramatically brought this threat to light. This book will help you, as a librarian, understand the threats and pitfalls of electronic privacy and develop a solid plan to protect the privacy of your patrons.

Author : J Wesley Cochran
Publisher : Libraries Unlimited
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UOM:39015024809819

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Time Management Handbook for Librarians by J Wesley Cochran Pdf

The techniques of time management explained in this handbook provide a framework from which professional librarians in academic, public, and special libraries can benefit. Included are time management techniques for one's personal work habits, techniques for work routines involving other staff members, and techniques for library administrators. Cochran, a law library administrator focuses on effectiveness (doing the right job) rather than efficiency (doing a job right). The major topics include setting goals and objectives for one's personal and professional life that support one's values, planning and scheduling work each day, fighting procrastination, limiting interruptions, planning effective meetings, delegating effectively, building morale, and cultivating creativity. Other chapters cover time management techniques for special situations including travel and lunch time, balancing a career and personal life, and implementing a time management training program in a library. Appendices include worksheet forms.

Author : David F. Kohl
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Librarians
ISBN : UOM:39015010543497

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Library Education and Professional Issues by David F. Kohl Pdf

Author : Minneapolis Public Library
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1891
Category : Electronic
ISBN : CHI:097989164

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Annual Report by Minneapolis Public Library Pdf

Author : Gwen Meyer Gregory
Publisher : Information Today, Inc.
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Education
ISBN : 1573872326

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The Successful Academic Librarian by Gwen Meyer Gregory Pdf

The role of academic librarian is far from cut-and-dried. There are numerous job classifications and widely varying academic focuses and cultures to contend with. While every academic librarian is expected to meet the research needs of an institution's faculty and students, many are expected to assume other obligations as part of a faculty or tenure system. Given the many variants, library school alone ccannot prepare individuals for every aspect and flavor of academic librarianship, and intrepid librarians who find themselves in new places and positions face unique challenges. The Successful Academic Librarian is an antidote to the stress and burnout that almost every academic librarian experiences at one time or another. In its pages, Gwen Meyer Gregory and nearly 20 of her peers take a practical approach to a range of critical topics. Their advice, war stories, tips, techniques, and inspiration will help you thrive in your academic library career. -- from back cover.

Author : American Association of Law Libraries
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 574 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Law libraries
ISBN : STANFORD:36105061611013

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Newsletter by American Association of Law Libraries Pdf

Author : Minneapolis (Minn.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 608 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1893
Category : Electronic
ISBN : MINN:31951002486984V

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Annual Reports of the Various City Officers of the City of Minneapolis, Minnesota by Minneapolis (Minn.) Pdf