Leading from Within: Cultivating Managerial Self-Care for Resilient Organizations

Join us for our fourth Mental Health & Wellness panel, Leading from Within: Cultivating Managerial Self-Care for Resilient Organizations, on Wednesday November 20 at 1 PM MT.

Mid-level library managers are often caught between the upper management’s expectations and the frontline staff’s needs. Balancing budgets, meeting deadlines, and handling personnel issues can lead to high levels of stress, which can take a toll on their mental health. The focus on employee well-being often takes a backseat to operational needs. When managers prioritize operational needs over employee well-being, it can contribute to a toxic workplace culture.

However, prioritizing mental health is crucial not only for the individual manager’s success but also for fostering a healthy workplace culture. In many cases, there’s a lack of support for mid-level managers in terms of mental health resources and training. They may feel isolated in their roles, without peers or supervisors who understand the unique challenges they face.

This discussion panel will explore the unique challenges faced by mid-level library managers in maintaining their own mental health while also supporting the well-being of their team members.

Learn more about the panelists and register by visiting the Libraries Learn website.

Be sure to check out the Libraries Learn calendar for additional learning opportunities!