2019 Joint Conference ILA/NLA/NSLA

Developing and maintaining library services in a world where trends are changing at a break-neck pace requires leaders who understand that one-size fits all formulas don’t cut it. How do we find these leaders? Better yet, how do we cultivate them? This session will discuss mentorship, networking and ethics through the lens of library industry best practices as well as other industries’ organizational techniques. Yes, theory plays a part in this, but this theory will be supported with tangible ways that participants can immediately begin cultivating leadership. This program makes the case to consider a cultural shift within libraries in order to create and embed leaders at every level of our organizations. We will discuss how the framework of Appreciative Inquiry can inspire dynamic service design, greater productivity, and healthy organizational culture. Our work calls for leaders at every level, with all kinds of distinctive personalities and skills. Let's talk about how we help every librarian achieve their potential.