This article explores how mentoring in libraries can serve to build leadership by integrating learning into the structure of our work and through the development of supportive relationships, and learning organizations.

A workbook designed to provide staff with an introduction to mentoring, tools for defining roles and responsibilities for all involved in the relationship, examples of a partnership agreement, and tips on evaluating the relationship.

A collection of best practices of roles and responsibilities for those involved in the mentoring partnership.

Why do we need mentoring in our library organizations? Here is a summary of the needs and benefits for all those involved in the relationship.

In the fifth in a series of short video presentations, Pat Wagner offers timely advice for reducing stress, especially when working with stressed-out patrons.

Adapted from: www.businessballs.com, this document covers listening, body language and personal space.

Within our changing library landscape there are numerous competencies which can be exchanged and improved through a mentoring relationship. Here's a list to get you started as you assess which new skills you may learn as well as expertise or knowledg...