Getting onto the agenda

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to argue that when managing strategically it is important to consider how to get one's priorities onto the institution's agenda.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper discusses and gives examples to illustrate why and how one would get an issue onto an institution's agenda.

Findings

The paper suggests that, in advancing the library's issues, it is helpful to determine methods of getting on the governing body's agenda.

Practical implications

This paper provides concepts to be considered when a manager attempts to move a library's priorities forward.

Original/value

Hopefully, this paper will motivate librarians to think strategically when working to advance their library's interests.

Citation

Linn, M. (2008), "Getting onto the agenda", The Bottom Line, Vol. 21 No. 2, pp. 55-60. https://doi.org/10.1108/08880450810898319