Leadership Matters

PETER BAINES OAM is a crisis and disaster management expert, a philanthropist, and an international leader of humanitarian efforts. He is the founder and director of Hands Across the Water, a charity committed to enriching the lives of children and communities they support in Thailand.

About the author ix Acknowledgements xiii Introduction xv Part I: The Leaders 1 1 Focus on results, not excuses 3 2 Meet unique challenges with unique solutions 21 3 Embrace courageous leadership 37 4 Be present and show you care 51 5 Leave a lasting impression 67 Part II: The Achievers 81 6 Manage risk, don't fear it 83 7 Model a life well lived 103 8 Believe in the future 117 9 Find clarity through action 129 Part III: The Visionaries 149 10 Find a journey that feeds your soul 151 11 Engage heart, head and hands 169 12 Plan your exit strategy from day one 189 13 Adopt a limitless mindset 203 Conclusion 217 Thai names and places 221 About Hands 225