Do not make them lose face. Thai people love to work with a boss who creates good human relationships. We do not like loud noise or an angry manner in meetings. If we have a strong debating bout in the meeting room with someone, or someone critiques us, we will not forget. You do not need to create the power because it is already there.
Many foreign executives demonstrate a humble nature and give local staff respect.
Thus, they get a high degree of cooperation. Organizing In Thailand, the title on the name card is important. Most organizations in Thailand give big titles such as VP, SVP, or GM even when an employee does not have any people to manage. Many executives resist this approach. Many local firms, after re-engineered their organizations, still keep the titles of their executives.