Drawing from their varied experiences, the authors of this helpful guide, now in its second edition, offer firsthand advice on the skills and attitude needed to succeed as a community college leader. Topics include: (1) Making the right career choices; (2) Thriving and surviving on the job; (3) Navigating institutional politics; (4) Taking the presidential helm; and (5) Becoming a trustee, selecting a board, and evaluating a CEO. An index is included. [For earlier edition (2000), see ED451852.]