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How to manage onboard R&R/ Crew ‘air time’
R&R/ Crew ‘air time’ can be limited when you have a back to back season and limited access to outdoor space as such this can take a toll on crew. Having worked as a junior stew the challenges associated with limited RnR /‘air time’ came with being at anchor for long...
When your values are being compromised
Q: When your Values are at Risk of Being Compromised Anonymous, Captain, 42 I’ve recently resigned from a Captain’s position as I couldn’t accept a recent change of policies. I was asked to fire my really great crew, who were to be replaced by crew from the...
Interview with Karine Rayson
An Interview With Karine Rayson How long did you plan your move ashore? Due to planning only a short-term career in yachting I did not have to make provisions for a career exit strategy as such. I entered the industry with the intention to travel and have a break from...
When Heads of Departments cross over the line
What to do when your Engineer is Ruling the Roost Q: Jeff, Captain, 39: My Engineer is walking all over me, and I can’t seem to do anything about it. He pre-dates me onboard, he’s older than me, the boss likes him, the boat is old and full of problems…but...
Bad Behaviour
When faced with a tough decision: Should I Stay or Should I Go
Q: Alex, Stewardess, 27: Should I stay, or should I go? “I’ve only been in yachting for 3 years but I’m already beginning to feel like I’ve had enough. To be honest I’m actually really disappointed with the whole industry. I came into this thinking I’d be working with...
Managing challenging guests on board
How to Effectively Deal with Challenging Guests
If you find yourself in a situation where you are dealing with challenging guests or where you feel you are being verbally threatened, it is best to stay calm and not to overly react as this could fuel the situation further. In this instance, if you feel...