Ronny Coleman, Chief Deputy Director of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, brings years of experience to bear in this unique and practical resource providing a realistic appraisal of what it takes to a be a successful fire chief. Focusing first on the candidate, then on the administration of a fire department, Going for the Gold will help readers understand how to prepare for the job, making the transition, and what is required for a successful track record. The emphasis is on competition, and then the challenge that a fire chief faces on a day-to-day basis, including how to retain and improve upon the traditional values of the job. It covers the specifics of how a person actually applies leadership and decision making concepts on a daily basis.(Keywords: Fire Officer)