Written by: Lynne Edwards and Julia Rogers Words have power to hurt or heal ‘Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.’ A well known childhood rhyme that holds little truth for anyone who’s survived the playground. And although the majority of people no longer have to deal with child-like … Continue reading
LH founder Peter Vogel discusses how happiness is key to true success and why Yotspot’s belief in personal development makes them the ideal partner. Life skills versus inherent talents ‘I just want you to teach them to carry plates!’ It’s a phrase LH founder Peter Vogel has heard many a frustrated Captain say over the … Continue reading
Written by: Lynne Edwards Can friction actually help cultivate a high-performance team? The answer is yes. We don’t just believe that a key part of a high-performance team is one that can disagree, we know it is, but why? It’s natural to disagree A common misunderstanding is that high-performing teams don’t encounter friction with one … Continue reading
Written by: Julia Rogers Personal development is a vital part of your growth and progression. By actively pursuing self-improvement opportunities, you are more likely to feel fulfilled and not only personally, but also professionally. Why? Because the two are intricately linked. How personal and professional development overlap There is no one definition of personal development, … Continue reading
Written by: Lynne Edwards Life onboard a superyacht is the ultimate in privacy and freedom, so it’s no surprise that owners and charter guests expect absolute discretion and the best possible service. As crew and a service provider, how can you create an experience your owner and guests will remember for years to come? Before … Continue reading
Written by: Martin Mainey The most effective leaders motivate and inspire. They lead by example and provide direction to their team. They also nurture the strengths and talents of those in their team and build a team that is committed to achieving common goals. To do all this, competent leaders must be passionate and confident … Continue reading
Written by: Lynne Edwards What makes an effective leader? A common misunderstanding is that leadership depends on a person’s title. However, leaders can emerge at any level within an organisation. If someone can motivate those with whom they work to strive toward a common goal, they are a leader. Anyone working in a team, large … Continue reading
Written by: Lynne Edwards Some people know from a young age what they want to do in life. They have direction and work towards it with motivation and determination. Others don’t know until later in life. Neither is right nor wrong. What is important is being able to identify what matters to you. Your sense … Continue reading
Poor crew retention and how to solve it has been a serious talking point for a while, not least here at OnboardOnline as we look at potential pathways to remedying this enduring and costly issue. With the recent evolution of events organisers ACREW into the crew retention arena following the launch of ACREW+, and their … Continue reading
Written by: Lynne Edwards Happier and more fulfilled crew reduces turnover and leads to greater overall performance onboard. We know this because of our experience working with crew and because the research backs it up. According to a 2017 survey conducted by Impact Crew and ACREW, crew who experience low job satisfaction are likely to … Continue reading