The Session “Youth Services Leadership – Influence and Support” discussed great ideas for shifting our perspective to looking at our strengths to best service our patrons. StrengthFinders is a branded survey that helps you discover what you naturally do best, and grow your talents into strengths. However, you do not need to purchase the test to understand your own strengths. Visit here to look at the different domains, and then think about your strengths. My top strengths are Strategic, Learner, Achiever, Futuristic, and Intellection. I’ve learned that this means that I see the big picture, but I struggle with details. How does this shape the way I lead? I can’t overemphasize the importance of teamwork. I can think of three people in our children’s department that are wonderful organizers. They build databases, systems, and networks that my brain would never think of. When I have a big idea about an…
Strength-Based Leadership
