Leading in libraries: Perspectives from lived experiences

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Lived experiences provide valuable perspectives and practical case studies for understanding leadership in libraries and similar organizations. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Anna J. White

doi:10.1080/07317131.2026.2719133

August 20, 2026Technical Services Quarterly

Leading in libraries: Perspectives from lived experiences

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To examine leadership models and administrative challenges in library environments through diverse lived experiences and qualitative case studies.
Compilation and synthesis of eight qualitative case study chapters examining leadership across libraries and related information organizations.
Demonstrates how individual lived experiences inform decision-making, staff mentorship, and strategic problem-solving in library management.
Identifies common organizational challenges and highlights practical frameworks for fostering inclusive, resilient library leadership.

Implication

Qualitative case collection reveals leadership dynamics in library settings, highlighting the impact of personal lived experiences on administration.

Abstract

Leading in Libraries: Perspectives from Lived Experiences, edited by Maha Kumaran and Beth McNeil, is comprised of eight chapters featuring case studies on leadership in libraries and similar organ...

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Anna J. White (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a8aadc57677a34114446326 https://doi.org/10.1080/07317131.2026.2719133

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