Surgoinsville Public Library is a wonderful little library with a total staff of three (counting me). We currently do not have a staff development day as a branch. After learning what I have from Heather and other librarians, I would first go to the staff to get their input on what they would like to have brought up and discussed at the meeting. Because I am a branch manager much of my time is spent in the office while they are at the circulation desk dealing with patrons and whatever comes up. The front staff is really the heart and face of our library.
Even though we currently do not have a staff development day, I do always try to include them and get their input on many issues. I have always told them that I am open to ideas and thoughts from them. Because they are at the circulation desk more often than I am they my see things that I don't. I also try to encourage and praise them for job well done. Throughout the year I try to give them little things to let them know how much I appreciate them. For instance, I bought us all shirts and had them embroidered with the library name on them and gave it to them as a thank you for all their hard work. I also will buy their lunches or get them a cup or something associated with the library. They seem to really appreciate it and it helps the attitude of the library. I can't get them raises or more hours but I can let them know I appreciate all they do for the library!
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