Career Development

2022 | softcover 112 pp | 6" x 9" $49.99 | Members: $44.99

Fostering Wellness in the Workplace: A Handbook for Libraries

Bobbi L. Newman | PRINT: 978-0-8389-3791-4 By cultivating reflection, libraries can make a real difference in the day-to-day lives of their staff. Filled with examples of successful initiatives and suggested action steps, in this book readers will learn

À how to define health and wellness, including its physical, psychological, and social aspects, and why they affect nearly everything that happens in the workplace;

À the ergonomics of sitting and standing desks, the effects of air quality and smell on worker health and productivity, and the consequences of noise levels from open plan workspaces;

À about key policies relating to wages, working schedules, where employees work, and child and elder care;

À real-world advice on addressing complicated workplace issues like emotional and invisible labor;

À why burdensome or indifferent policies and practices can contribute to compassion fatigue and burnout; and

À ways to make healthy choices for oneself and encourage healthy choices in co-workers and staff.

2020 | softcover 232 pp | 6" x 9" $59.99 | Members: $53.99

Cultivating Civility: Practical Ways to Improve a Dysfunctional Library

Jo Henry, Joe Eshleman, and Richard Moniz | PRINT: 978-0-8389-4716-6

“A realistic and solution-oriented book that presents practicable ideas for improving workplace communication, streamlining administrative functions, and restoring workplace relationships . . . As we collectively face the world’s challenges together—from climate change to COVID-19—the lessons Cultivating Civility sets out to teach seem all the more pressing. A book like this belongs in

almost every library." — The International Journal of Information, Diversity, & Inclusion Like other workplaces, libraries can sometimes be stressful, with library workers bearing the brunt of such problems as uncivil patrons, poor communication, inadequate leadership, and toxic behaviors by fellow employees. But there’s hope. The authors present proactive solutions and guidance culled from their own research, including interviews with library administrators and staff. They share valuable insights that will stimulate thought and discussion towards the goal of a healthier and more harmonious workplace.

Leadership Planners Bundle (Vols. 1-4)

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From renowned leadership guru Catherine Hakala-Ausperk, author of bestsellers such as Be A Great Boss and Renew Yourself, comes this unique series of pragmatic leadership planners.

ITEM NUMBER: 7000-6282

$69.99 Members: $62.99