2024 Committee Members
This Institute was supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the State Library of Iowa. Additional sponsors include the Iowa Library Association Foundation, the Iowa Library Association, ILA Association of College & Research Libraries, and ILA Library Leadership & Management Association.
The 2024 Leadership Institute was a grand success. Heather Woody was a dynamic, captivating speaker. You could tell the whole room was listening. Standout sessions were about trust in leadership, difficult conversations, and strategic planning. Her advice was practical, heartfelt, and solution-forward. Many people left wanting more.
Friday afternoon came swiftly. Looking around the room, librarians were still engaged in deep conversations, eager to squeeze every bit of learning they could out of the opportunity. Faces were smiling, brows were furrowed in thought, and some felt two-and-a-half days wasn't nearly enough time to focus on these leadership strategies.
Cheers to the journey!
The following books were recommended during sessions at the 2024 ILA Leadership Institute. Links take you to the WorldCat entry for that title.
The speed of trust : the one thing that changes everything
By Stephen M. R. Covey and Rebecca R. Merrill
The 4 disciplines of execution : achieving your wildly important goals
By Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, and Jim Huling
Overcoming the five dysfunctions of a team : a field guide for leaders, managers, and facilitators
By Patrick Lencioni
The pivot year : 365 days to become the person you truly want to be
By Brianna Wiest
Atomic habits : tiny changes, remarkable results : an easy & proven way to build good habits & break bad ones
By James Clear
Radical candor : be a kick-ass boss without losing your humanity
By Kim Scott
The ideal team player : how to recognize and cultivate the three essential virtues : a leadership fable
By Patrick Lencioni
Big feelings : how to be okay when things are not okay
By Liz Fosslien and Mollie West Duffy
HBR Guide to Dealing with Conflict
By Amy Gallo
Daring Greatly, Rising Strong, Dare to Lead, or just about anything by Brene Brown
How to keep house while drowning : a gentle approach to cleaning and organizing
By KC Davis
Managing Transitions: Making the Most of Change
By William Bridges
Actively identify and provide traditional and innovative opportunities for professional and leadership development for ILA members. Communicate and partner with other ILA committees and Executive Board.