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Managing your library


Interviews and viewpoints on the latest in library management issues

For the latest in current management thinking and research

As an LIS professional you probably know only too well that one of the most important and varied roles in any organization is management. Responsible for delivering the strategic objectives of your institution and the day-to-day running of your library, you're busy planning, supervising staff and managing your – often limited or shrinking – resources.

With so much to think about, life can get stressful. That's why our "Managing your library" resource is here to help! Hone your management skills and develop yourself by learning from the experience of industry and subject experts on matters relating to strategy, priorities, relationships, delegation, and the environment.

 

Library management guru interviews

Industry and subject experts talk exclusively to Emerald. Don't miss out – learn from the experts and read their views for the latest word in library management.

Library management viewpoints

Indispensable opinion pieces written for practising librarians. Also included with library management viewpoints are further articles on the same subject that might be of interest.

The accidental library manager

The accidental library manager by experienced librarian and author, Rachel Singer Gordon, provides support and background for new managers, aspiring managers, and those who find themselves in unexpected management roles. A must for any librarian who wishes to succeed in a management position.

On the brink: librarianship in an age of possibility

Rachel Singer Gordon's column explores the issues affecting our rapidly-changing profession, examining ideas, opportunities, and alternatives for LIS professionals. Find inspiration and advice on how to plan your personal development, improve your working practices, and maximize your career potential.