A year in the life of one Emerging Leader

Abstract

Purpose

This paper seeks to report on the American Library Association's Emerging Leaders program and its effectiveness.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper explains the Emerging Leaders experience and provides a general overview of the program through first‐hand experience, personal research, interviews, and general observations.

Findings

Currently very little has been published about the Emerging Leaders program. Library professionals do not have access to reliable unbiased information, if they would like to research the program before applying. The Emerging Leaders experience, renowned for its networking and learning opportunities, effectively prepares library professionals to become leaders.

Originality/value

The paper provides a personal insight into the Emerging Leaders program.

Citation

Jones, D. (2011), "A year in the life of one Emerging Leader", New Library World, Vol. 112 No. 3/4, pp. 171-177. https://doi.org/10.1108/03074801111117069