Administrative and Management Skills

Resolutions You Can Use: Rethinking Library Resolutions for 2026

The word Resolutions appears in blue text over a purple line. Underneath, the words Rethinking Library Work for 2026 appear in blue capital letters. Beneath the lettering, a row of book spines appear in rainbow colors. Each book spine includes a different resolution as its title.

As we enter a new year, we often reflect on our resolutions and goals for the months ahead. While libraries may follow programming seasons, academic calendars, or municipal budget cycles, the start of a new year is still a fresh chapter. As we turn the page into 2026, it’s an opportunity to refresh our programs and processes. Should we open a new chapter for community needs or professional growth? Here’s how I’m approaching library resolutions this year.