Posts in Maritime
MINDFUL LEADERSHIP: A Critical Skill for The Next Generation of Seafarers

Unlike the generations before that took a more top down approach or a POWER RELIANT model that drove companies and teams to perform and follow, Gen Z may have a lot more on their hands as they face the future and become the next leaders of our industry. You would think that with a vast ocean of information, and technology on the rise, leadership might be easier. But the future in this digital age forces leaders to DIGITIZE and HUMANIZE.

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Modernizing Maritime Crew Welfare Through Community Management

Community Management is known as the process of building an authentic community among groups through various types of interaction. This means that it is not limited to seminars, trainings, inspections, or routine lectures. Instead, it is the art of crafting engaging activities to create a network in which people can connect, share, and grow.

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5 Ways Counseling Theory And Practice Apply in Organizational Development

Organizational development is a critical aspect of business success that involves identifying and implementing strategies to improve productivity, communication, and overall effectiveness within an organization. While counseling theory and practice are typically associated with individual therapy, these same principles can be applied to organizational development to improve our teams and achieve better outcomes. Here are 5 ways I have used counseling theory and practice in maneuvering organizational change:

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3 Things I Learned About Growing A Start Up

As I write, I am nearing my 7th year anniversary of what led to the development and growth of WellAtSea - a 3rd party health implementation solution for the maritime industry. In the last 7 years, I have been faced with all kinds of exciting and intimidating challenges, which have forced me to really reflect on the journey that got us here. I realized that despite the problems and the difficult personalities, there were 3 things that I have found essential in growing a start up.

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3 Therapeutic Techniques for Employee Development

When we first went into lockdown in March 2020, my main concern was focused on the psychological well-being of the team, and how they could continue to work productively despite the circumstances. Over time, I found that there were 3 techniques that best helped me in maneuvering employee development.

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