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Leading with Confidence: Best Practices for New and Emerging Library Managers, Leaders, and...

Apr 20, 2023 02:00pm -

Apr 20, 2023 03:00pm

(GMT-5)

Event Description

Leading with Confidence: Best Practices for New and Emerging Library Managers, Leaders, and Supervisors

April 20, 2023

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST

About this Webinar:

New to library leadership? Thrown into it without any leadership or supervisory training? It is not uncommon to be thrust into a leadership role with little to no training, but you now have to make decisions that affect your entire library and staff. How do you build self-confidence to lead yourself and others in the right direction? Equip yourself with tools to learn decision-making skills and determine your leadership style. Learn the value of leading by example and make your library thrive.

From this webinar, you will:

• Learn and identify your leadership style

• Develop leadership techniques leading to better decision-making

• Acquire tangible steps to building confidence and develop vision casting

Presented by Jennifer Blair

Jennifer Blair is the Head of User Services Librarian and Assistant Professor at Azusa Pacific University. Her role is dedicated to the user experience, including marketing the library, and teaching. She has extensive experience teaching online courses in design and computer literacy. Jennifer holds a B.A. in Graphic Design, a M.A in Education with an emphasis in Educational Multimedia, and a M.S. in Library and Information Studies. Her experience in academic and public libraries as well as work experience in art and design allow her to employ visionary strategies to enrich progress and enhance advancement for students.

Registration Closes April 18, 2023

This project was funded under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Florida’s LSTA program is administered by the Department of State’s Division of Library and Information Services. For FY2022-23, 74% of the total costs for the SEFLIN Continuing Education Program 2022-23 ($218,625) is supported by federal money. The total budget of the project is $296,692.

Event Type:Training