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Chapter Overview
Chapter 1: AudiobookHub Recommendation
Chapter 2: Scott Harrison’s childhood was unusual, with a mother frequently falling seriously ill.
Chapter 3: With an early passion for music, Scott eventually entered the New York City nightlife scene.
Chapter 4: Scott became one of the city’s top club promoters, but the lifestyle proved unrewarding eventually.
Chapter 5: In search of meaning, Scott reconnected with his faith and joined the Mercy Ships.
Chapter 6: Scott’s time on Mercy Ships opened his eyes to the value of charity work.
Chapter 7: Scott put his promoter skills to use for his first fundraiser and learned clean water’s importance for many.
Chapter 8: After funding his first well, Scott launched charity: water and met his future wife.
Chapter 9: The birthday campaign drives brought great success and one of the charity’s most humbling stories ever.
Chapter 10: A lawsuit and a failed well became chances for Scott to prove his trustworthiness publicly.
Chapter 11: A tragic suicide reminded Scott of the importance and urgency of his work again.
Chapter 12: Scott doubted his value as a CEO, but he gained perspective on how he could help charity: water grow.
Description
Thirst (2018) is the inspiring chronicle of Scott Harrison’s life from his unusual childhood to his nights as a party promoter in New York City, and finally, as the world-renowned CEO of charity: water. By using his skills as a promoter, Harrison has brought clean water to millions of people, and his life story, in more ways than one, offers a clear-eyed look at how one person really can make a difference in the world.
Who Should Listen
- Philanthropic people
- Entrepreneurs looking to make a difference
- Anyone interested in helping people in need