Crew Culture: Large Vs Small Yachts

Crew culture is created by people regardless of the size of a yacht but it can vary immensely between small and large vessels. What’s not in doubt, however, is the importance of teamwork for it is this foundation upon which the happiness and satisfaction levels on...

UKSA ready to build 136-bed next chapter

UKSA, a non-profit maritime charity, has announced that plans for a new 136-bed accommodation centre have been approved. Work will commence on site from the beginning of February. UKSA expects that the new, modular accommodation centre on its waterfront site in Cowes,...

Resilience

As we enter the second year of this global pandemic many of us are finding that our initial optimism for a quick recovery is staring to wane and that we are dealing with enormous levels of anxiety, stress and uncertainty about the future. Extraverts have found being...

It’s lonely at the top!

This phrase has been uttered so many times by Captains and CEO’s alike. Who do you speak to when you are the person at the top? As you progress through your career, there are fewer and fewer people around you to confide in. On the one hand you socialise and are a...

Influencing Others

Influencing others has to do with getting someone else to be receptive to your views, advice and recommendations. It is not about getting them to admit you are right, nor is it controlling someone’s behaviour.  One definition of influencing is “The ability to bring...