Good Leaders in Turbulent Times

This book is for good leaders in organizations, large and small, everywhere. The power of their collective response to turbulent times will surely tip the balance towards creating a decent, civil and sustainable society for all. A unique and rich mix of imaginative true-to-life story-telling and sage, enthusiastic and practical advice Good Leaders in Turbulent Times is for those nightmare times when everything seems to be falling apart around us. With engaging humour and deep wisdom, it tells the stories of leaders who drift into crisis, struggle deep in wild waters, digest their experiences and move on to find new ways of living and working. The wise words they discover along the way will be as valuable for you as for them. An energising and liberating book... - Jane Keeper, Social Worker, Former Director of Operations at REFUGE A must-read for anyone seeking to lead with courage, empathy and conviction in todays unpredictable and challenging world. - Ambassador Salwah Dallalah, Director, Conference Affairs Services, UNFCCC and IAEA A wise and compassionate look at living through leadership crises and difficult relationships and moving from surviving to thriving. - Ros Oakley, Co-Founder and First Chief Executive, Association of Chairs The next best thing to being in the room with Martin... You will find him on every page. - Greg Dalder, Bereavement Counsellor, Arizona Now in his sixth decade working in civil society, Martin Farrell has held senior positions at organizations including Save the Children and the British Red Cross. Since his first assignment with the UN in 2002 he has been in demand as an international facilitator and crisis coach. He is a Certified Professional Facilitator | Emeritus.