Your job is like that of a prime minister of a sovereign medieval nation, but more challenging. You serve a new king or queen every year, and the politics of your privy council (board of directors) often rival the court of Henry VIII. If only there was a guide to help navigate these roiled waters. Fortunately there is. Alternately reviled and revered Niccolo Machiavelli, through his classic work The Prince, has for centuries provided counsel to those concerned with governing nations. But what does he have to say about governing associations? Plenty! Learn how to identify and address potential REALTOR® association management challenges while they're still manageable, and avoid pitfalls that may cost you your job.