Dropped in Without a Parachute: Library Managers' Supervision Experiences

Funge, Simon; Robinson-Nkongola, Audrey; DeLancey, Laura; Griffiths, Austin

doi:10.1080/01930826.2017.1360021

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“…When the perceptions of this study's respondents are considered, the results of both previous studies are consistent with the findings of the current study. Funge et al. (2017) surveyed academic libraries in the United States about the relationship between supervisors and supervisees.…”

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“…When the perceptions of this study's respondents are considered, the results of both previous studies are consistent with the findings of the current study. Funge et al (2017) surveyed academic libraries in the United States about the relationship between supervisors and supervisees. The findings revealed that the supervisors' behaviour was motivated by a lack of opportunities for personal development and career advancement.…”

Section: Next-generation Leadershipmentioning

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A survey of transformational leadership traits for South African academic libraries in Gauteng province, South Africa

Kunene

Mapulanga²

2022

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PurposeThe purpose of the paper was to survey transformational leadership traits in three academic libraries in the Gauteng province in South Africa. The three academic libraries were chosen based on the fact that two of the universities were residential research-intensive universities and the third was an academic library of a distance learning university.Design/methodology/approachThe study adopted a quantitative approach with a survey design in three academic libraries in the Gauteng province in South Africa in which a close-ended questionnaire yielded quantitative data. The study included 29 academic staff from the rank of assistant librarian to the director from the three academic libraries, as these are the personnel in leadership positions. To code and analyse, quantitative data from a Likert scale, SPSS version 25 was used. Cronbach's alpha was used to evaluate the instrument's reliability on the five constructs used in this study to determine readiness to adopt a transformational leadership style. The overall level of internal consistency exceeded the theoretical minimum of 70 percent. The Shapiro-Wilk test was used to determine the normality of the data and the p values were greater than 0.05 (p > 0.05). Tables have been used to present descriptive and inferential statistics based on data.FindingsParticipants expressed favourable opinions about academic libraries' ability to learn from the best practices of others in the profession, with mean scores greater than 3.5 on a 5.0 scale. Participants' perceptions of transformative versus traditional management styles yielded a moderate mean score of 3.0, with moderate mean scores ranging from 2.8 to 3.3. The average score for talent identification and succession planning in academic libraries was 3.5. Perceptions of leadership responsibilities had a mean score of 4.1, with attributes on leadership responsibilities scoring at least 3.5. Perceptions of problems for the next generation of leaders in academic libraries were moderate, with a mean score of 3.2 on a scale of 5.0.Research limitations/implicationsOnly three of the seven public university libraries in the Gauteng province in South Africa were surveyed in this study. The sample size was reasonably small for generalizations beyond the South African Gauteng province academic libraries. However, it was felt useful for this particular case. A survey of all 26 South African public universities is required to assess transformational leadership traits in academic libraries.Practical implicationsNext-generation leaders in South African academic libraries are perceived as not being aggressive in terms of team building, coaching and motivating others.Social implicationsIn the wake of COVID-19, new leadership traits such as scenario planning are needed for academic libraries.Originality/valueLeadership studies abound in the library and information studies (LIS) profession and they are not new. However, research on transformational leadership in South African libraries is still in its early stages. As a result, this study fills a gap in the literature on transformative leadership in academic libraries in South Africa.

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A survey of transformational leadership traits for South African academic libraries in Gauteng province, South Africa

Kunene

Mapulanga²

2022

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“…Communication skills, problem-solving, team building and conflict resolution are amongst the competencies highlighted by Funge et al (2017). The Library Leadership Management Association (LLAMA) identified these competencies in 2016.…”

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Adoption of transformational leadership qualities for South African academic libraries in Gauteng Province

Kunene

Mapulanga

2021

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PurposeThe purpose of this study was to ascertain the adoption of transformational leadership qualities in South African libraries in Gauteng Province.Design/methodology/approachThe study used a qualitative approach with open-ended questions that yielded some qualitative data. For the study, a multi-case study design was used. The study specifically targeted participants by identifying three directors of academic libraries in Gauteng. The criteria for selecting the three directors were that two of the universities are residential research-intensive universities, and the third is an academic library of a distance learning university. Atlas.ti8 was used to analyse the data, which was then presented using thematic content analysis.FindingsThematic areas for leaders of the 21st century, as mentioned by the directors, were a mixed bag. That empowerment was suggested by the first academic director. The appropriate leadership qualities were fiduciary, analytical, pragmatic, transformative and visionary. The second academic director proposed consultative, innovative and adaptable approaches, while the third proposed collaborative, ethical and adaptive approaches.Practical implicationsTransformative leadership is required, particularly in the aftermath of technological advances and pandemics such as COVID-19, which have altered the way academic libraries should operate.Originality/valueMany studies on transformative leadership have been conducted. However, in the aftermath of technological advancements and pandemics such as COVID-19, the role of transformative leadership remained untested. This study fills the void.

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“Slightly prepared:” A survey of how archival professionals develop management skills

Flynn

2021

Journal of Archival Organization

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Dropped in Without a Parachute: Library Managers' Supervision Experiences

Cited by 3 publications

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A survey of transformational leadership traits for South African academic libraries in Gauteng province, South Africa

A survey of transformational leadership traits for South African academic libraries in Gauteng province, South Africa

Adoption of transformational leadership qualities for South African academic libraries in Gauteng Province

“Slightly prepared:” A survey of how archival professionals develop management skills

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