Hakala-Ausperk, Catherine. Build a Great Team. ALA Guides
for the Busy Librarian. Chicago: ALA, 2013. 023.9
HakalB. ISBN 978-0838911709
With library staffing levels and
services cut to the bone, creating a team that communicates well and functions
smoothly is more important than ever. Building on the model of her bestselling
book Be A Great Boss, Hakala-Ausperk presents a handy self-guided tool
to the dynamic role of team-building. Organized in 52 modules, designed to
cover a year of weekly sessions but easily adaptable for any pace, this
workbook will show you how to
- Manage staff across different age groups and skill sets
- Improve communication between team members
- Mentor other staff members
- Keep your team organized in a culture of change
Suitable for all levels of management,
from first-line supervisors to library directors, this book lays out a clear
path to learning the essentials of building and maintaining a first-rate team.
