The kind librarian : cultivating a culture of kindness and wellbeing in libraries / Helen Rimmer.

  • Rimmer, Helen
Date:
2024
  • Books

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"The Kind Librarian: Cultivating a Culture of Kindness and Wellbeing in Libraries is a pioneering guide that addresses the critical need to foster kindness and wellbeing within library workplaces. Through research, case studies, and actionable advice, this accessible book offers solutions to everyday workplace challenges, emphasising empathy, support, and collaboration to transform workplaces into spaces where kindness is the norm and wellbeing is prioritised. Librarians work in dynamically changing environments and often face stressful situations; this is why it is as crucial as ever to promote a supportive and understanding work environment. Drawing upon the principles of positive psychology, the book offers insight into the profound impact of kindness and wellbeing on productivity, creativity and overall mental health, arguing that libraries are not just centres of learning but also hubs of holistic wellbeing. With a focus on practical guidance, readers will learn how to create strategies that foster collaboration, open communication and mutual respect among staff and patrons, and will have access to concrete plans and steps they can implement in their libraries to achieve a kind culture."-- From back cover.

Publication/Creation

London : Facet Publishing, 2024.

Physical description

xxx, 368 pages ; 24 cm

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Bibliographic information

Includes bibliographical references (pages 345-356) and index.

Contents

Part 1. Theoretical foundations of kindness in libraries as workplaces. Understanding the importance of kindness in the workplace: moving beyond surface-level niceness -- Redefining wellbeing in the workplace: insights and strategies for libraries -- The library as a place of community support and wellbeing -- Meaning in life and purpose -- Part 2. Cultivating kindness in the library: a holistic approach to wellbeing and team empowerment. Integrating kindness and wellbeing into library operations: practical strategies and reflective practices -- Prioritising self-care and compassion: the key to nurturing library environments -- Balancing personal growth and wellbeing: a key to empowering library teams -- Creating a culture of kind communication in libraries: the importance of non-violent communication -- Flexible working: the key to enhancing wellbeing and productivity in the library workplace -- The art of kind recruitment: fostering inclusivity and empathy in hiring practices -- Fair library jobs: kindness, empathy and equity in library recruitment -- Part 3. Leadership approaches to enhancing kindness and wellbeing in libraries. Overcoming challenges in creating kindness and wellbeing in libraries: addressing bystander syndrome and leadership roles -- Creating a culture of kindness and wellbeing in the workplace: challenges and opportunities for library leaders -- Effective conflict resolution strategies for libraries: prioritising kindness and wellbeing -- Leading with impact: transforming library culture through diverse leadership styles and effective management -- Kind use of data for wellbeing and leadership -- Part 4. Embracing kindness and wellbeing in library cultures: navigating change and toxicity. Nurturing wellbeing in toxic work environments -- Managing change with kindness and wellbeing in libraries -- Kindness and wellbeing in libraries: a vision for the future.

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  • 1783307137
  • 9781783307135