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Oder, Norman – Library Journal, 1999
Discusses strategies for success used by the seven libraries that have won the Library of the Year award sponsored by Library Journal and The Gale Group (formerly Gale Research Inc.). Highlights include self-promotion; recognition for innovative planning and programs; fundraising benefits of winning; public-relations benefits; community benefits;…
Descriptors: Awards, Community Benefits, Cooperative Programs, Fund Raising
Berry, John – Library Journal, 1994
Describes the management, programs, and services at the Brown County Library (Wisconsin), winner of the Library of the Year award sponsored by Gale Research Inc, and "Library Journal." Highlights include involvement of library staff; financial support; total quality management; coalitions with local businesses, community agencies, and…
Descriptors: Awards, Cooperative Programs, Government Role, Library Administration
Mason, Marilyn Gell – Library Journal, 1991
Describes one library's use of technological innovation to provide Associated Press updates over the library's 24-hour dial-up service during the Persian Gulf War. Suggests five rules for innovation: (1) develop a shared vision; (2) foster frequent, formal, and informal communication; (3) empower employees; (4) take limited risks; and (5) use, but…
Descriptors: Change Strategies, Cooperative Programs, Electronic Publishing, Innovation