How an outside facilitator helped us create a better strategic plan

Authors

  • Jennifer Nutefall Santa Clara University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5860/llm.v29i3.7112

Keywords:

Facilitator, facilitation, planning process

Abstract

Using a facilitator can enhance a library’s strategic planning process and lead to the creation of a more clearly articulated strategic plan. Santa Clara University Library used a facilitator for its strategic planning process, which resulted in new vision and mission statements, and a plan centered around five priorities. This article will provide a description of the environment, details of the strategic planning process, the role and benefits of using a facilitator and questions to consider before bringing in a facilitator.

Author Biography

Jennifer Nutefall, Santa Clara University

Jennifer Nutefall is University Librarian at Santa Clara University

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Published

2015-03-25

How to Cite

Nutefall, J. (2015). How an outside facilitator helped us create a better strategic plan. Library Leadership & Management, 29(3). https://doi.org/10.5860/llm.v29i3.7112

Issue

Vol. 29 No. 3 (2015)

Section

Peer Reviewed

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