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Notes from November's IG session

Posted By Lori Birrell Nov 07, 2025 11:08 AM
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We had a great turn out for our November discussion, facilitated by Anne Krakow (Library Director at Saint Joseph's University) Danianne Mizzy (noted academic library leader) about navigating significant transitions, such as university or college mergers or closures. Below are discussion questions and ...

This week! Library Leaders drop in session

Posted By Lori Birrell Nov 03, 2025 07:52 AM
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Please plan to join our next "Library Leaders Lounge" drop-in session on Wednesday, November 5, at 2:00 eastern / 1:00 central / 12:00 mountain / 11:00 pacific. College mergers and closures are no longer rare events - they are reshaping the higher-education landscape. What does this mean for libraries ...

Today at 2pmET! Leadership Discussion IG session

Posted By Lori Birrell Oct 01, 2025 08:01 AM
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Cinthya, Erik and I are looking forward to seeing you at our next IG session on today, Wednesday, October 1st at 2:00 eastern / 1:00 central / 12:00 mountain / 11:00 pacific. We're envisioning the session as an open discussion. Bring your questions, your thoughts, and experiences to share with the group. ...

Mark your calendars: October 1st Core Leaders and Managers IG discussion

Posted By Lori Birrell Sep 24, 2025 10:27 AM
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Good morning and happy fall! Cinthya, Erik and I are looking forward to seeing you at our next IG session on Wednesday, October 1st at 2:00 eastern / 1:00 central / 12:00 mountain / 11:00 pacific. We're envisioning next week's session as an open discussion. Bring your questions, your thoughts, and ...

TODAY: Join us for our May Leadership discussion

Posted By Lori Birrell May 14, 2025 06:47 AM
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We look forward to you joining us today at 1pmET for our discussion about fundraising. The zoom info is below. Please note you'll need to register to access the meeting. Here's the link. Join Zoom Meeting https://udel.zoom.us/j/94450158787 One tap mobile +16469313860,,94450158787# US +130171 ...

Register and plan to join us 1 week from today for our May Leadership IG session!

Posted By Lori Birrell May 07, 2025 10:52 AM
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We look forward to you joining us next Wednesday at 1pmET for our discussion about fundraising. The zoom info is below. Please note you'll need to register to access the meeting. Here's the link. Join Zoom Meeting https://udel.zoom.us/j/94450158787 One tap mobile +16469313860,,94450158787# US ...

Corrected date! Join us on May 14th for our next IG discussion!

Posted By Lori Birrell Apr 30, 2025 11:51 AM
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Apologies - our May IG session will be on May 14th - zoom details below: Join Zoom Meeting https://udel.zoom.us/j/94450158787 One tap mobile +16469313860,,94450158787# US +13017158592,,94450158787# US (Washington DC) Dial by your location +1 646 931 3860 US +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 ...

Join us on May 7 for our next IG discussion!

Posted By Lori Birrell Apr 30, 2025 06:38 AM
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Shelly, Cinthya, Erik and I hope you'll join us on Wednesday, May 7th at 1pmET/12CT/10amPT for a discussion all about fundraising. Come with your questions, share your experiences, and be in community with fellow leaders. We look forward to seeing you on the 7th! Lori Below is the zoom info for our ...

Join us tomorrow! April 9th IG discussion

Posted By Lori Birrell Apr 08, 2025 06:38 AM
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Greetings! Shelly, Cinthya, Erik and I hope you'll join us tomorrow at 1pmET/12CT/10amPT for our discussion all about professional development and staff training strategies. Come and share your experiences and your questions. We look forward to seeing you on the 9th! ...

April 9th Leaders & Managers Interest Group discussion

Posted By Lori Birrell Apr 01, 2025 06:46 AM
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Greetings! Shelly, Cinthya, Erik and I hope you'll join us on Wednesday, April 9th at 1pmET/12CT/10amPT for our discussion all about professional development and staff training strategies. Come and share your experiences and your questions. We look forward to seeing you ...

RE: Showing Appreciation for Staff

Posted By Lori Birrell Mar 25, 2025 11:51 AM
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Greetings! Shelly, Cinthya, Erik and I hope you'll join us on Wednesday, April 9th at 1pmET/12CT/10amPT for our discussion all about professional development and staff training strategies. Come and share your experiences and your questions. We look forward to seeing you on the 9th!Lori Below is the ...

Call for lightning talks! IG Week Session

Posted By Lori Birrell Feb 19, 2025 07:07 AM
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We often celebrate our leadership successes, but what about our leadership failures? At this year's IG Week session, we'll be featuring leaders who'll present lightning talks sharing their fails with our supportive community. Here's the line up so far: Cinthya Ippoliti, "Building partnerships: How to ...

RE: topic for Nov 13 Library Leaders Lounge?

Posted By Lori Birrell Nov 12, 2024 04:25 PM
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Hello everyone, Please join us on Wednesday, November 13th at 10am Pacific Time/11am Mountain Time/12pm Central Time/1pm Eastern Time for a facilitated conversation about how to lead during a time of transition. As a reminder, you can register for our upcoming sessions here: ala-events.zoom.us/m ...

RE: Showing Appreciation for Staff

Posted By Lori Birrell Nov 09, 2024 01:19 PM
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Hello everyone, Please join us on Wednesday, November 13th at 10am Pacific Time/11am Mountain Time/12pm Central Time/1pm Eastern Time for a facilitated conversation about how to lead during a time of transition. As a reminder, you can register for our upcoming sessions here: ala-events.zoom.us/meeting/register/.... ...

RE: Showing Appreciation for Staff

Posted By Lori Birrell Oct 10, 2024 07:21 AM
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Thank you to everyone who came to this month's leadership discussion session. Our topic was strategic planning. In our session folks shared their work to either revise existing plans or to write new ones. The degree to which staff are involved in this work varied, but many take a participatory approach. ...

RE: Library Lounge Discussion Series Registration

Posted By Lori Birrell Jun 26, 2024 06:44 AM
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Hi everyone, We're looking forward to our next discussion group on July 10th at 10am Pacific Time/11am Mountain Time/12pm Central Time/1pm Eastern Time. Please reply to this message or email me directly (lori@birrell.us) with any topic ideas for our session. As a reminder, you can register for our ...

RE: Doctorate for Library Leadership in Higher Education?

Posted By Lori Birrell Jun 25, 2023 06:53 AM
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Good morning, I decided to pursue an EdD in Higher Ed Administration to help me get a broader perspective about how the library fits into that landscape. I continued to work in academic libraries since earning my degree in 2017, moving into senior library administration roles. I would say that what I ...

RE: Benefits of offering remote or hybrid work schedules?

Posted By Lori Birrell Mar 12, 2023 07:23 AM
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Flexibility based on individuals' needs has been the key benefit I've observed. The flexibility to decide on one's start/end time each day (which can be true for onsite work as well), to incorporate life into the work day (exercising, doctor's appointments, chores, etc), and as Lisa said the ability ...

Come join our team!

Posted By Lori Birrell Mar 27, 2020 08:45 AM
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Good morning, We're certainly living and leading during uncertain times. I hope you all are well. We've launched a search for 2 Associate Dean Positions: Digital Strategies and Content, and Research and Learning. You can find out more about each position, as well as what it's like to live in Northwest ...

RE: Priorities as you get started in your role

Posted By Lori Birrell Jan 25, 2020 08:47 AM
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I think taking the time to meet with people and form relationships are critical. Something I struggled with when I started in my role was trying to make too much change too quickly. This book is a great resource for structuring those early days:  https://www.amazon.com/First-90-Days-Strategies-Expanded/dp/1422188612 ...