Interpersonal skills, theory and practice : the librarian's guide to becoming a leader / Brooke E. Sheldon
- Author
- Sheldon, Brooke E.
- Published
- Santa Barbara, Calif. : Libraries Unlimited, [2010]
- Copyright Date
- ©2010
- Physical Description
- xi, 96 pages ; 24 cm
- Contents
- Leadership theories and management functions : you can't have one without the other -- Understanding yourself and your leadership potential -- Listening : the most powerful tool, the most neglected skill -- Small group dynamics and teams -- Motivation : can you inspire? -- Conflict : the unavoidable connection -- Creating a positive climate for change -- Your leadership development plan.
- Summary
- While there are many books on leadership, there are none extant that focus on the key attributes of interpersonal communication and/or emotional intelligence for librarians. This book, through explanation of theory and application to practice of librarionship will outline concrete steps to improving interpersonal skills/communication. All in the Context of other attributes of leaders, it shows how interpersonal skills are not only achievable, but paramount in achieving career success. --
Although the book focuses on one aspect of leadship---interpersonal communication---its Purpose is to provide a practical guide to becoming a leader, addressing other raspects of leadership. The author, having worked with students and librarians on local, national, and international levels, has come to believe that interpersonal competence is by far the most important skill for leadership success. --Book Jacket. - Subject(s)
- ISBN
- 9781591587446 (acid-free paper)
1591587441 (acid-free paper) - Bibliography Note
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Endowment Note
- Paterno Libraries Endowment
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