Pelz Library Group Services
Succession Planning
Good planning is the key to an organization’s success and health. The management of change is vital. With our help, Libraries can better understand their current position, what they will need for future impact and how to position their staffing plan for growth. More information
We will identify potential gaps in leadership and have a plan to fill those gaps effectively. This brings continuity in leadership, and a staff that recognizes its role and value. In this model, the organization can continue to be effective, productive and viable. Regardless of the event, be it succession, strategic, or personal career planning, you need to understand where you are, where you want to be and have a plan to get to the desired goal. Organizations must recognize that following best practices is critical to maintaining a strong position in the community and that the recruitment of talented staff to reach the goals is essential.
Looking into the future is challenging as Boards and Staff attempt to decide when transitions should take place and what strategic move to make when a prime management member leaves the team. It is often good to have someone from outside look at the organization as a whole and assess the current functions, the strategic goals and recommend changes in structure or duties as position change occurs.
Executive Search
Making the correct choice for new leadership is key to the health and success of your organization. The selection of either a new Director or Fiscal Officer is one of the most important decisions a Board can make. We take time to understand the organization’s current culture, staff and Board directions and possible disconnects, in order to make the best decision possible. More information
The methods we use inspire staff and Board confidence in the outcome and help give the successful candidate information with which to be successful early in their new environment. Personnel selection is not just making a choice, it’s an art. Review our process, contact us for further information, and schedule a consultation session to prepare for the future. Details of the Director Search Process (PDF File).
Revenue Enhancement
In cooperation with HolyCow!Consulting, we can help you assess the possible success of a levy venture, help map out the process and suggest ways to promote your levy. Why exhaust your staff and volunteers in a levy bid, when you can easily have the tools to assist them do their jobs successfully?
Wanting to form a Foundation or do other methods of Development? We have staff to help you achieve your goals.
Mentoring
Everyone knows that Library leadership is retiring at an alarming rate and the field for recruitment is becoming smaller and less mobile each year. Often, there are wonderful professionals with good qualifications and instincts, but need a little help getting up to speed on library law and standard operating procedures. More information
We help by mentoring the new professional by setting the plan for the first year, dealing with emergencies and answering questions from the view of the seasoned professional. As a part of the mentoring process, peer review is conducted and passed along to the Board to assist in assessing the progress of their new hire. As the old adage says so correctly, “It’s not always what you know, but often who you know.”
The following additional services are offered in partnership with Holy Cow! Consulting
- Assessment
- Patron Assessment Tool (PAT)
- Patron Assessment Tool – Voter Analysis (PAT-VA)
- Staff Assessment Tool (SAT)
- Focus/Listening Groups
- Community Interviews
- Revenue Enhancement
- Marketing Ballot Issues
- Library Foundation Planning
- Fund Development and Fundraising
- Capital Campaigns
- Succession Planning
- Transition Management
- Director Search
- Start up
- Strategic Planning
- Vision Formulation
- Board and Staff Facilitation
- Subject Matter Experts
- Training
- Team Building
- Keeping Morale UP
- Conflict Management
- Mediation
- Collaborative Problem Solving
