Fundamentals of library supervision [electronic resource] / Joan Giesecke and Beth McNeil.

ISBN:

9780838997444

Title:

Author:

Giesecke, Joan.

Personal Author:

Giesecke, Joan.

Edition:

2nd ed.

Publication Information:

Chicago : American Library Association, 2010.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (x, 189 pages) : illustrations.

Series:

ALA fundamentals series

Contents:

Today's workplace -- Becoming a manager -- Communication skills -- Work climate and the art of motivation -- Team work and group dynamics -- Inclusiveness and diversity -- Policies and the legal environment -- Hiring and interviewing -- Orientation and training -- Planning and organizing work -- Managing performance -- Budgeting basics -- Facilities, space, and safety -- Managing meeting -- Managing rewards -- Project management -- Career management.

Local Note:

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Subject Term:

Library personnel management -- United States.

Supervision of employees.

Added Author:

McNeil, Beth.

Format:

Electronic Resources

Electronic Access:

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Publication Date:

2010

Publication Information:

Chicago : American Library Association, 2010.

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Summary

Two experienced library managers explain how to create a productive workplace as they weave expert advice and commentary into an easy-to-use resource. This revised edition focuses on daily, real-world practices offering * Specific strategies for new supervisory staff * Hundreds of tips for encouraging a positive work ethic, maintaining productivity, and building teamwork * Proven advice on practical supervisory issues like hiring, firing, interviewing, and training * Policies and procedures that maintain fairness while addressing potential legal landminesGuiding supervisors through the intricate process of managing others, this comprehensive handbook addresses the fundamental issues facing new managers. It also serves as a welcome refresher and reference for experienced managers facing new challenges in this complex and changing environment.

Reviews (2)

Booklist Review

Today's supervisors, managers, and leaders in any work environment need to balance production goals with concerns for people in continually changing settings. This practical guide offers specific strategies for those new to a supervisory role, including tips on creating a positive work ethic and building a team; advice on numerous issues facing supervisors, such as hiring, interviewing, training, and firing; and, additionally, guidance on managing budgets and facilities. Among the numerous useful checklists and samples are Evaluating Your Team Development, Sample Script for a Reference Check, Budget Request and Justification, and Different Rewards for Different Generations. Although the book, an update of an edition published in 2005, is aimed generally at new supervisors, more experienced managers confronting new challenges may find it a welcome refresher and reference.--Awe, Susan Copyright 2010 Booklist

Library Journal Review

It's not unusual for librarians to be promoted into supervisory positions without the benefits of a role model, a good mentor, or even a halfway decent management class in graduate school. This book can help. The early part of the volume is the strongest; here the authors give advice on how to build relationships with bosses, peers, and reports; establish good communication skills; create a healthy work climate; motivate others; and build a team. Giesecke and McNeil make good use of some of the classics of management literature, notably Lee Cockerell's Creating Magic: Ten Common Sense Leadership Strategies from a Life at Disney. Each chapter includes a succinct bibliography, allowing the new manager to continue his or her education-especially useful for more complex topics like project management. Entirely new to this edition, in addition to revised text throughout, are the web extras: checklists, sample scripts, and forms that can be downloaded, filled out, and printed with Adobe Acrobat.-Brian Kenney (BK), School Library Journal & Library Journal (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.