Description: This 2 day intensive learning event will highlight the unique perspective of middle leaders in the context of transforming library systems. Participants engage in self-assessment, creative activity, case study and small- and large-group discussions. Participants analyze challenges of leadership from systems and self-awareness perspectives, clarify personal goals, and learn from peers and colleagues who are similarly situated.

Why take this course? Clarify, refine and/or validate your thinking about personal transition and system transformation, understand your strengths and build confidence in your role as a middle leader, and develop strategies to enhance your effectiveness.

Topic covered include:

• Capturing and contrasting group models of leadership with capacities and competencies identified through contemporary research
• Exploring the changing landscape of library systems and information access
• Defining the unique role of the middle leader
• Creating momentum through energy and clarity.

Staff:Davita Crawford is a Training and Development Consultant at Developing Human Capital in Washington, D.C. She specializes in assisting employees, work groups, cross-functional teams, and leaders to operate successfully in today’s complex organizational systems.

Date: Tuesday, March 6 and Wednesday, March 7, 2007

Time: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm.
(Arrival time is 9am for registration and refreshments.)

****Presented in cooperation with OCLC Capcon -Open to all BLC member libraries.***