Administration | Management
Offering a previously unexplored way for academic library managers to frame their work, this book investigates the ways in which person-centered management can close the gap between managers and other library staff.
"Essential reading for librarians with any type or scale of library building project in their futures." — Library Journal
This newly updated and revised resource is an indispensable tool for any construction or renovation project regardless of size or complexity.
Fostering well-being in today's library workplaces is no longer a luxury but a necessity, particularly for managers tasked with guiding and supporting their teams. Amidst budget cuts, attempts to ban or restrict books, attacks on library staff online and in-person, and potentially hostile and aggressive patrons, taking care of ourselves and our staff by putting good policies and practices into place is more important than ever. In this book, Newman and her expert contributors will lead you through creating an environment that nurtures the health, satisfaction, and well-being of its workers and helps prevent or reduce the internal factors that create an unhealthy workplace. You will receive actionable advice on
- navigating the pitfalls of vocational awe, which can lead to unrealistic expectations and self-neglect;
- setting and recalibrating healthy boundaries;
- approaching difficult conversations by creating spaces for positive staff communication;
- overcoming limited budgets;
- the proper mindset for encouraging realistic performance expectations among employees;
- using recognition, appreciation, and staff professional development as tools for wellness;
- nurturing social connections and collaboration to combat loneliness;
- effective techniques for addressing sensitive issues such as disabilities, confronting anti-fat bias, and moral injury;
- emotional and invisible labor mitigation; and
- self-care methods for library leaders at risk of burnout.
Put equity and inclusion values into practice through programs, services, spaces, and decisions that center and empower communities.
"Copper writes in an engaging and practical way to inspire special librarians to experiment with their libraries as an impactful change agent." — Information Outlook
This powerful primer will help everyone involved in a library building project stay focused on the task at hand.
"The authors ... do an excellent job of making the book applicable to any type of library or disaster." — Choice
This toolkit comes complete with illuminating case studies and worksheets that guide readers to develop a personal framework for individual learning.
"A valuable purchase for any public library professional collection, aspiring directors, or students interested in public library work.”
— Catholic Library World
"A very well thought through and well written text." — Information Research
Readers will be equipped to assess their own library, talk about challenges with more confidence, and make concrete changes to improve diversity and inclusion.
"With detailed examples, resources, and a comprehensive exploration of the topic, this work serves as a valuable tool for library science students and professionals seeking to build stronger networks within the field."
— School Library Journal