Fundamentals of library supervision

McNeil, Beth, author.

Book 2017

Today's workplace includes a wider generational range of staff, and is governed by more complex legal issues. Poor supervisory skills can compound morale problems and lead to organizational issues. McNeil covers the fundamentals of good supervision and management, while providing practical advice with basic commonsense approaches to solving today's management challenges.

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Library personnel management United States

Supervision of employees

Part of a Series:

ALA fundamentals series

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ISBN:

9780838915721
9780838915714
9780838915707
9780838915547
083891554X

Edition:

Third edition

Description:

xi, 242 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Notes:

Previous edition authored by Joan Giesecke and Beth McNeil
Includes bibliographical references and index

Contents:

Part I: Supervising individuals. Today's workplace ; Hiring and interviewing ; Orientation and training ; Managing performance ; Managing rewards
Part II: Managing groups. Becoming a manager ; Team work and group dynamics ; Planning and organizing work ; Budgeting basics ; Facilities, space, and safety / Debra J. Pearson ; Managing meetings ; Project management
Part III: Leading in organizations. Communication skills ; Organizational climate and the art of motivation ; Inclusiveness and diversity ; Policies and the legal environment ; Career management

LCCN:

2017002509

Control Number:

2354918

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