1. On Leadership Dana C. Rooks Dean of Libraries

2. Why be a Leader? A positive force Vital to success of any group Needed at all levels in all organizations

3. What is Leadership About? Vision Inspiration Motivation The group, not the “leader” Relationships Trust Credibility

4. Key Traits Honest broker A vision Willingness to share credit

5. Skills and Capabilities Continuous learning Adaptability Openness Ability to tolerate risk Aware of environment

6. Why Be A Leader? To affect change, large and small To find a better way To realize a vision To advance a passion Incredibly rewarding