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In The Interim: Let's Talk About Impermanent Library Leadership, Kelsey Diemand, Dan Neal, Kurt Oliver, Malissa Redmond
In The Interim: Let's Talk About Impermanent Library Leadership, Kelsey Diemand, Dan Neal, Kurt Oliver, Malissa Redmond
ACRL New England Chapter Annual Conference
Acting Director of the Library. Visiting Librarian. Interim Associate Dean. Interim University Librarian. These are titles that we've seen versions of at all types of libraries and institutions. We define "interim, visiting, acting, or temporary" leadership roles as in-between, impermanent, or short-term, but oftentimes, these roles are held longer than a few short months (ALA, 2022). What does it mean to hold one of these positions in a library? This conference idea was born from the lived experiences of two interim library directors and one interim associate director. We, the librarians, quickly learned that these promotions came with their own …
Engaging Library Staff To Envision The Hybrid Workplace Moving Forward, Kathleen Downing, Tess Grynoch, Morgan Kolinski
Engaging Library Staff To Envision The Hybrid Workplace Moving Forward, Kathleen Downing, Tess Grynoch, Morgan Kolinski
ACRL New England Chapter Annual Conference
To smooth the transition from a completely remote work environment to a long-term hybrid arrangement, a Hybrid Working Environment Team, made up of non-managerial staff was formed by Library leadership. The Team undertook a literature review focusing on hybrid and remote work models, surveyed the library staff and reviewed available statistics and functions to reflect pre and post COVID activity. This resulted in the Team proposing a Service-First Hybrid Model. The Service-First Hybrid Model prioritizes providing services at the point of need for the Library's various communities while balancing the benefits of onsite and offsite work for each individual staff …
Charting Your Chat: Fostering Employee Engagement With Internal Communication, Lauren Slingluff, Jean Cardinale
Charting Your Chat: Fostering Employee Engagement With Internal Communication, Lauren Slingluff, Jean Cardinale
ACRL New England Chapter Annual Conference
The pivotal role effective internal communication plays in engaging staff is often underestimated and the hybrid working environment now happening across our institutions, where staff are spread across locations, has reaffirmed its importance. Communicating around strategic initiatives, daily work, and creating human connection requires a deliberate and active plan across the organization. This presentation will share the direct experiences of leadership and staff at the UConn Library and work done to increase engagement through effective internal communication strategies.
Often as managers we hear critiques that communication is lacking or needs improvement. To make meaningful positive change, you need to know …