If your library is considering reinventing itself and is searching for an effective process of self-discovery, then “Appreciative Inquiry” may be just what you need. The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present “Designing Our Future: Introducing Appreciative Strategic Planning,” on Dec. 17, at 1:30 – 3:00 PM (Central time). This webinar will introduce […]
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LLAMA Webinar Explores Appreciative Strategic Planning
November 25, 2014LLAMA webinar presents a new model for interviewing as a recruitment tool
October 24, 2014For many academic institutions that do full-day, on-site interviews of librarian candidates, the interview process is a grueling one that is intended to identify and weed out less desirable candidates. But this can send mixed messages to candidates and result in losing talented or diverse candidates. The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present […]
ALA President-elect Sari Feldman will kick off series of webinars featuring library thought leaders
October 20, 2014In today’s rapidly changing library environment, innovative ideas and practices are more important than ever before. The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present the first in a series of 60-minute webinars featuring library thought leaders from a wide variety of library types and sizes. ALA President-elect Sari Feldman will kick off the series […]
Webinar Helps You Develop Your Library Service Plan
August 8, 2014Is it time to reinvent your library services, but you’re not sure how to get started? The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present “Planning to Transform Your Library,†on Wed., Sep. 3, at 1:30 – 3:00 PM (Central time). This webinar will present library service inquiry methods, including planning steps and models, to […]
Jeff Steely elected LLAMA President-elect
May 5, 2014May 5, 2014 – The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) announced today that Jeff A. Steely has been elected as president-elect. He is Associate Dean of Libraries, Baylor University, Waco, Texas. After hearing of his election, Steely said, “I am delighted to have this opportunity to serve. I believe LLAMA has an opportunity to […]
“Interviewing Tips to Get a Job†now available as a free recording
April 18, 2014LLAMA’s recent webinar, “Interviewing Tips to Get a Job,†is now available as a free recording at http://www.ala.org/llama/4-9-14llamawebinar.  This webinar helps prepare participants for interviewing and offers insight into the interviewing process from the employer’s viewpoint. It includes examples of interviewing behavior and questions/answers to illustrate how to best prepare for impressing potential employers. Presenter […]
LLAMA Webinar Shows the How’s and Why’s of Website Data Collection
April 14, 2014The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present “Methods for Digging Deeper: Examining Web Services through the Lens of Data-based Decision Making†on Wed.,  May 28, at 1:30 – 3:00 PM (Central time). This webinar will discuss why it’s important to collect data about your web site and services, and how this data can […]
LLAMA Webinar Explores Rubrics for Hiring and Evaluation
March 24, 2014If you are looking for a fairer and more accurate way to select new hires or evaluate current employees, using rubrics may be just the tool you need. The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present “Keeping it Fair: Using Rubrics in Hiring and Evaluations†on Wed., Apr. 23, at 1:30 – 3:00 PM […]
Volunteer with LLAMA!
March 11, 2014The LLAMA committee volunteer form for section and division-level appointments is now open. Click here to learn more and to volunteer. The deadline to volunteer is May 30, and terms begin July 1, 2014. Your committee service will not only allow you to impact our profession, but will help you develop leadership skills while building […]
LLAMA Webinar Offers Help for Managing Dispersed Teams
February 25, 2014Leading a team of staff who are physically separated from one another presents special challenges for today’s library leaders. Understanding these challenges and the best ways to meet them can help your team run smoothly. The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present “Leading in Absence: Ideas for managing a disperse team†on Wed., […]
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