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Author Huber, John J., 1958- author.

Title The purpose-based library : finding your path to survival, success, and growth / John J. Huber, Steven V. Potter
Published Chicago : ALA Neal-Schuman, An imprint of the American Library Association, 2015

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Description 1 online resource (xix, 200 pages) : illustrations, maps
Contents Lean library management -- Good morning -- Missions, visions and purpose -- The community pyramid -- A purpose-based community -- Dashboard metrics -- The Food and shelter safety net -- Safety and security -- Health and nutrition -- Functional literacy and access -- Digital literacy and access -- Social community engagement -- Functional skills development -- Community contribution -- Creative expression -- Advancement of knowledge -- Resources -- Value added marketing -- Philanthropy -- Library presentation -- Closing the gap with your supplier and customers -- Structural and environmental sustainability
Summary Packed with boots-on-the-ground commentary, this book presents strategies to help libraries survive and succeed
In a time when libraries are struggling to stay relevant, this guide helps you look more closely at how you are serving clients in ways that continue to be exciting, energizing, and value-driven. It will help you look to a future in which your library is vital in uniting your community and providing a legacy of love of learning
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
Notes Print version record
Subject Library administration.
Libraries -- Cost control
Public services (Libraries)
Organizational change.
Organizational effectiveness.
LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES -- Library & Information Science -- General.
Libraries -- Cost control
Library administration
Organizational change
Organizational effectiveness
Public services (Libraries)
Form Electronic book
Author Potter, Steven V., author
ISBN 9780838913581
083891358X
9780838913598
0838913598