Tag Archives: Leadership

Be Confident, Not Cocky

Posted on July 2, 2013 by cbecker53

I guess everyone needs to be confident in their work.  But it seems especially important for leaders.  Of course, I include library leaders when I say that. But don’t be cocky about it!  In fact: Cocky is phony confidence. . … Continue reading →

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Hodge Podge

Posted on June 20, 2013 by cbecker53

Gentle Readers, A recent spate of family issues, coupled with preparing to teach two online courses in the fall, has contributed to my lack of blog posts.  I’m still caught up in both, so today’s post will be links to … Continue reading →

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Not for the Faint of Heart

Posted on May 23, 2013 by cbecker53

Libraries, like all organizations, must have good leaders.  Leaders are not born, they are made.  Becoming a leader is a conscious decision. I find these 11 Ground Rules That Leaders Ought to Know (from Leading Blog) a good place to … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Leadership

Posted on April 3, 2013 by cbecker53

Every time I run across an article or post I want to incorporate into my blog I save it in a folder.  Today I looked at the hodgepodge of items in that folder and found three related to leaders and … Continue reading →

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Are you a Collaborative Leader?

Posted on December 12, 2012 by cbecker53

And if not, why not?!  (And don’t tell me you’re not in a leadership position, either.  There is such a thing as leading from within, you know.) Anyway, be sure to check out 12 Things Collaborative Leaders Do by Jessie … Continue reading →

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Are You Now, Or Have You Ever Been. . .

Posted on October 23, 2012 by cbecker53

Are you, or have you ever been, a bad boss?  Many of us have been, at one time or another, especially when first starting out.  But here’s the good news: It doesn’t have to be that way.  You can change. … Continue reading →

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“Getting to Know You. . . ”

Posted on October 8, 2012 by cbecker53

  Here’s some simple tips from Leadership Freak about gaining influence over those you lead. Be humble. Know yourself and acknowledge your weaknesses. “The surprising truth is humble leaders gain influence because they know, understand, and appreciate others.” Leadership is … Continue reading →

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What Can You Do to Solve This?

Posted on September 17, 2012 by cbecker53

    Here’s a no-nonsense take on Handling Co-Worker Complaints and Backstabbing.  I like the first tip:  “Ask the complainer, ‘What can you do to solve this?’” Dan Rockwell goes on to offer simple suggestions, in a succinct post.  Read … Continue reading →

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Are you Just Going With the Flow?

Posted on August 31, 2012 by cbecker53

. . . Or are you taking your organization in the direction you want and need to go? If you aren’t sure (or even if you are), read Leadership Drift—How to Recognize it and Reclaim Your Purpose by Jessie Lyn … Continue reading →

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Hiring the Best

Posted on August 16, 2012 by cbecker53

I’ve got writer’s block today.  I’m also currently involved with helping a public library system conduct their search for a new director.  These two facts combined lead me to share with you to a couple of blogs that I refer … Continue reading →

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