Library Management Skills Series: Budget Proposals: How to Ask for Money

There comes a time for most managing librarians when you’re asked to propose a budget. Whether you’re asking for more staff, developing a marketing plan, or creating a whole new initiative, you’ll need a budget proposal with the same common elements. This interactive session will walk through the best practices of budget proposals, including tips for communicating effectively with administration or decision makers.

• Attendees will gain knowledge of the necessary components of a budget proposal
• Attendees will gain familiarity with how to develop both a budget and supporting narrative
• Attendees will gain fluency in constructing effective and persuasive budget proposals