Internal and external landscapes: myths and communicating financial focus

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to expose the multiplicity of landscapes involved with making and communicating strategic financial decisions for libraries.

Design/methodology/approach

This paper presents a general review.

Findings

Library leaders must always focus on at least two distinct landscapes by which all financial matters may be approached and communicated.

Originality/value

This paper works to bring readers toward the assumption that all financial matters require a minimal two‐pronged approach toward landscapes that are commonly presented to be singular in nature.

Citation

Cottrell, T. (2011), "Internal and external landscapes: myths and communicating financial focus", The Bottom Line, Vol. 24 No. 1, pp. 46-48. https://doi.org/10.1108/08880451111142051