Succession Planning in the Library: Developing Leaders, Managing ChangeDrawing on her expertise as a leading consultant on human resource issues in the library, Paula Singer addresses the often fraught issue of planning for change: not just at the top but at all levels of an organization. With Singer's help, administrators can
Readers will discover techniques for spotting potential leaders and encouraging professional growth of current staff. |
Contents
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A Framework for Building Bench Strength | 15 |
How Do We Know What We Need? | 27 |
Succession Planning and Development Process | 47 |
Strategies for Developing Staff | 69 |
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