This paper examines the role of communication in library leadership. The discussion is organized into 14 sections: (1) multidimensional approaches to effective leadership communication and varying communication style to the situation; (2) the importance of conciseness; (3) streamlining library communication; (4) the vision being communicated by library leaders; (5) simplification of library communication and avoidance of jargon; (6) listening as an essential part of communication; (7) qualities of effective communication; (8) the importance of clarity of language; (9) humor and participatory management; (10) leading by example; (11) motivation, values, and time related to leadership communication skills; (12) personnel evaluation; (13) a library communication model; and (14) communicating about librarianship. (42 references) (MES)