Libraries, Mission, and Marketing: Writing Mission Statements That Work - Softcover

Wallace, Linda

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0838908675 ISBN 13: 9780838908679

Publisher: ALA Editions, 2003

Synopsis

For every library director and administrator, there is a way to describe your organization's value to the community in a few clear, targeted sentences. Create your mission statement and put it to work! Here's how to do it, along with winning models to inspire you in the process. You'll better communicate "why what you do is important and "how your library makes a difference in its community.

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From Booklist:

This guide to effective library services mission statements pairs nicely with The Public Library Start-Up Guide [RBB Mr 1 04]. Both written by library professionals experienced in library administration and public relations, these compact volumes work together to provide focus and options in planning, promoting, and developing or expanding a library. Although they can be used separately, their subjects are complementary and interrelated. Establishing a library with furnishings, staff, and services does little good if its mission and promotion of that mission are not carefully considered, just as a clear vision of service is useless if the institution cannot meet its goals. Take a two-fisted approach and study both guides, and you'll not only provide the best library service but be able to explain how and why you do so. RBB
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About this edition

• Publisher: ALA Editions
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0838908675
• ISBN 13: 9780838908679
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 92