Lessons in library leadership : a primer for library managers and unit leaders / Corey S. Halaychik.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Halaychik, Corey S., author.

Series:

Chandos information professional series.

Chandos information professional series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Library administration.

Library personnel management.

Leadership.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (272 pages) : illustrations.

Place of Publication:

Amsterdam : Elsevier : Chandos Publishing, [2016]

Summary:

Lessons in Library Leadership: A Primer for Library Managers and Unit Leaders takes on the topic of management positions within libraries and how many of them are filled by candidates with no formalized training. This lack of preparation often leads to added stress as they scramble to learn how to lead, to formulate departmental goals, to conduct effective assessment, to think and plan strategically, to counsel employees, and much more. This book will serve equally as a primer for librarians new to management and those needing a refresher in basic management concepts. Seasoned managers may also look to this guide as a quick reference resource covering multiple management subjects. The contents of the monograph include basic concepts, real word examples/case studies, and bibliographic information for further management skill development. Ideal for both new and currently practicing library managers and leaders Written from a librarian's point of view Includes examples directly related to libraries Combines theory and real-world examples in new and innovative ways

Contents:

Front Cover

Lessons in Library Leadership

Copyright Page

Dedication

Contents

List of Figures

List of Tables

About the Author

Foreword

1 Leadership Theories

Introduction

Great Man Theory

History

Testing

Traits

Hero as Divinity

Hero as Prophet

The Hero as Poet

Hero as Priest

Hero as Man of Letters

Hero as King

Application

Merits

Trait Theory

Physical Characteristics

Social Characteristics

Personality Characteristics

Stogdill's Traits and Skills

Other Traits

Social Traits

Personal Traits

Behavioral Theory

Ohio State University Study Behaviors

University of Michigan Studies Behaviors

Leadership Grid

Contingency Theory

Traits and Situations

Transactional Theory

Transformational Theory

Chapter Conclusion

References

Suggested Readings

2 Leadership Styles

Leadership Style Quiz

Instructions

Autocratic Leadership Style

List of Traits

Strengths and Weaknesses

How to Make it Work

Participative Leadership Style

Delegative Leadership Style

Task Orientation

Human Orientation

Situational Leadership Style

Case Study-Leadership Style Comparisons

Profile One

Profile Two

Profile Three

Profile Four

Profile Five

Profile Six

Profile Seven.

Profile Eight

Reference

3 Relationships

Team Building

Finding Common Ground

Creating a Climate of Inclusion

Sharing a Vision

Defining Clear Objectives

Providing a Supportive Environment

Conclusion

Respectful Workplace

Actions

Behaviors

Communication, Coaching, and Counseling

Communication

Verbal

Nonverbal

Written

Counseling

Coaching

Diversity

Benefits

Challenges

Best Practices

Colorblind Approach

Multicultural Approach

All-Inclusive Multicultural Approach

Case Study-Building a Team

Background

Results

4 Planning

Types of Plans

Basics of Plans

Strategic Plans

Tactical Planning

Operational Plans

Goals and Objectives

Differences

Goals

Plan Types

Purpose

Length

Objectives

Length and Reliance

Budgets

Incremental Budgets

Zero-Based Budgets

Sample Strategic Plan: Cotter Library

Our Vision Statement

Our Mission Statement

Strategic Goals

Cotter Library Collections Division Tactical Plan

Tactical Goals

Cotter Library Collections Division: Electronic Resources Unit Operational Plan

Operational Goals

5 Assessment

SWOT and PEST Analyses

SWOT

PEST

Lean and Six Sigma

Lean

Six Sigma

DMAIC

DMADV

5 Whys and Fishbone Diagram

5 Whys

Fishbone Diagram

CATWOE and VMOST

CATWOE

VMOST

Conclusion.

Chapter Conclusion

Case Study-Workflows

Internal Workflow Changes

External Workflow Changes

6 Decision-Making and Problem Solving

Decision-Making

Decision-Making Basics

Decision-Making Strategies

The Kepner-Tregoe Matrix

OODA Loop Cycle

Force Field Analysis

Time Management

Lists

Schedules

Tracking Tools

Dealing With Change

Selling Change

Implementing Change

Delegation Skills

Identifying Good Candidates

Determining Tasks for Delegation

How to Delegate

Case Study-Task Management and Delegation

Delegation

Afterword

Index

Back Cover.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on online resource; title from PDF title page (ebrary, viewed March 24, 2016).

ISBN:

9780081005651

0081005652

9780081005699

0081005695