Abstract
Scott 56 This is the first in a series of columns addressing the topic of leadership. They are based on the Canadian Health Libraries Association / Association des bibliotheques de la sante du Canada (CHLA / ABSC) accredited course, “Discover the Leader in You: Developing and Realizing your Leadership Potential”, developed and delivered by D. Phelan, L. Scott, and W. Glover. The columns will explore what leadership is, what qualities leaders possess, how to assess your own leadership skills, how leadership differs from management, ideas for developing your own leadership potential and how to take on leadership roles in your workplace and profession. Interested readers are encouraged to join the CHLA / ABSC Leadership Interest Group. Contact the author or consult the CHLA / ABSC Web site (http://www.chla-absc.ca) for more information.
Highlights
This is the first in a series of coSlucmotnts a5d6dressing the topic of leadership
If asked to name a great leader, would have little difficulty in complying. Historical figures such as Winston Churchill, Martin Luther King, Jr., and Tommy Douglas often come to mind
Mash in C&RL News in 2007: It is my conviction that a leader is anyone regardless of position or power whose moral bearings, relational skills, breadth of awareness, and decision-making practices are admired and emulated by others
Summary
This is the first in a series of coSlucmotnts a5d6dressing the topic of leadership. They are based on the Canadian Health Libraries Association / Association des bibliothèques de la santé du Canada (CHLA / ABSC) accredited course, “Discover the Leader in You: Developing and Realizing your Leadership Potential”, developed and delivered by D. If asked to name a great leader, would have little difficulty in complying. We know people we consider to be leaders in their own realms, such as a great boss, an outstanding student, an inspiring spiritual guide, or an admired professional colleague. We recognize leadership almost instinctually, but there is value in delving more deeply into the qualities and behaviours of a leader.
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