ABSTRACT

First published in 1993, this volume explains the diverse and numerous management skills required to run a special library. Whether the unit is within a private or public company, a charity, a research organization, governmental department or a professional association, the manager of that unit has to cope with problems and decisions that range from staffing, recruitment and training to budgeting, purchasing, PR and marketing. This book, with contributions from practising information specialists, will aid both the new and in-position information manager in the difficult day-to-day management role.

chapter |3 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|14 pages

Motivation of staff

chapter 3|14 pages

Staff training and development

chapter 5|22 pages

The information audit

chapter 7|17 pages

Relationships with suppliers

chapter 9|18 pages

Your political base

chapter 10|22 pages

Time management

chapter 11|14 pages

Self-development