The Massachusetts Library System is pleased to announce that we are working with LibraryWorks to provide our members with access to their webinars.  These webinars are free to Massachusetts library workers who register through our calendar. 

• Please note: To attend these webinars at no cost, you must register here. If you register directly with LibraryWorks, your registration will not be paid by MLS. 
• Please help us keep MLS sponsored training free for all members. If you are unable to attend the live webinar, please cancel your registration. A cancellation link can be found in your confirmation email, or you may contact Sarah Donnelly at sdonnelly@masslibsystem.org to cancel.

Description:

Being brought into leadership can be overwhelming, especially if you have little to no training or are new to leadership. It is not uncommon to be thrust into a leadership role with either little guidance or an occasional mentor, yet you are suddenly expected to know all of the answers or project confidence in knowing what you are doing. The pressure to have to make decisions that affect your entire library and staff can seem tremendous. This webinar will teach you to build self-confidence to lead yourself and others in the right direction and equip you with tools to learn decision-making skills.

From this webinar, you will:

• Learn and identify your leadership style
• Develop leadership techniques leading to better decision-making
• Acquire tangible steps to building confidence and develop vision casting

Presenter:

Jennifer Blair is the Head of User Services Librarian and Associate Professor at Azusa Pacific University (APU). Her role is dedicated to the user experience, including marketing the library, and teaching. She has extensive experience teaching online courses in design and library science. Jennifer holds a B.A. in Graphic Design, na M.A in Educational Multimedia, and an M.S. in Library and Information Studies. Her experience in academic and public libraries as well as work experience in art and design allow her to employ visionary strategies to enrich progress and enhance advancement for students.