Bowker-Saur, London, 2000. An interesting title for managers of all information and library services, for the profession has paid limited attention to inter-generational change in either staff, or readers. Whilst the majority of writings originate on this topic, they have application in other parts of the world. The author writes of the skills and expectations that the Gen Xers bring into libraries. They joined the workforce when times were tough and this experience has shaped their attitude towards work as a lifestyle choice.
Managers can no longer recruit and retain staff with strong loyalties that seek a job for life.
Rather staff will want an exchange of skills for a good working environment and an opportunity to learn and grow. They bring new issues into library management, which are explored by Urgo, who also asks the Gen Xers about their experiences and how they see their future in the profession. Stimulating, serious reading. Concise dictionary of library and information science. 2nd edition Stella Keenan and Colin Johnstone.