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Wondering... How to become a yacht stewardess? What it's like to work on a superyacht? How to find a job in yachting? What training is required to work on superyachts? If you need to do courses to land your dream job at sea? Welcome to The Seaworthy Stew podcast, a show dedicated to answering all of those questions… and more! Whether you’re over your 9-5 and dream of travelling the world and getting paid to do it, you’re an airline or cruise ship stewardess looking to transition to a yacht stew, or you’ve just heard so much about the yachting industry and you want to know more about life onboard, this is the podcast for you. Each episode, you’ll hear about the real yacht crew life, info on how to kick-start your superyacht career and tips on becoming a junior yacht stew and landing your dream job on a yacht. Hit subscribe now to be notified when new episodes go live. To download my free eBook ‘Your First Steps To Yachting’ head to theseaworthystew.com/littlebluebook

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Wondering... How to become a yacht stewardess? What it's like to work on a superyacht? How to find a job in yachting? What training is required to work on superyachts? If you need to do courses to land your dream job at sea? Welcome to The Seaworthy Stew podcast, a show dedicated to answering all of those questions… and more! Whether you’re over your 9-5 and dream of travelling the world and getting paid to do it, you’re an airline or cruise ship stewardess looking to transition to a yacht stew, or you’ve just heard so much about the yachting industry and you want to know more about life onboard, this is the podcast for you. Each episode, you’ll hear about the real yacht crew life, info on how to kick-start your superyacht career and tips on becoming a junior yacht stew and landing your dream job on a yacht. Hit subscribe now to be notified when new episodes go live. To download my free eBook ‘Your First Steps To Yachting’ head to theseaworthystew.com/littlebluebook

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How To Get A Job As A Yacht Stewardess

12/18/2022
Looking to work in the superyacht industry and wondering how to get a job as a yacht stew? Here's your go-to information for landing your first job on a superyacht, this episode covers: The Seaworthy Yacht Stew Training Course Superyacht Visa's Yachting CVs Yacht Crew Agencies Yacht crew Groups + Facebook pagesDay WorkDock Walking Ready to learn more about being a yacht stew?! Save this free guide – 7 Ways to Nail Your First 7 Days As A Yacht Stew Best of luck with your new yachting adventure! P.S Download the Yacht Crew Packing List here

Duration:00:04:53

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5 Yachting Interview Questions To Ask (& What Not To Say)

8/11/2022
An exciting (and nerve-wracking) part of getting your first yachting job is getting the call or email to say you’ve been short-listed for an interview. You may wonder how to prepare for your yachting interview when you have no idea what to ask?! In this episode of The Seaworthy Stew Podcast, I share 5 questions to ask in your interview and why. It will give you insight into the superyacht you’re being interviewed for. A yachting interview is as much of a decider for you as it is for the boat to see if you would be suitable for the role. After all, I don’t want you to get on a poorly run vessel so I’m hoping these questions will allow you to sort through and find a great boat! Want to learn more about how to get a job on a superyacht? Check out my free eBook "Your First Steps To Yachting" grab it here Want to build up your stewardess skills with an on-demand stewardess training course? Check out The Seaworthy Yacht Stew Training Course here

Duration:00:24:53

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How Superyachts Work & What Happens When You First Get Onboard

7/6/2022
You’ve got your first job on a yacht! You’ve packed, you’ve travelled and now at the boat about to walk onboard. EEEK! Those nerves kick in *Insert awkward smile*. Here’s what to expect during the first week, everything from safety walk-throughs, your first shift, settling in, radio communication, life onboard and the systems you'll have to get used to + tips at the end of the episode. Want the detailed guide on ‘7 ways to nail you’re first 7 days as a yacht stew’ >> Download here. Want to learn more about how to get a job on a superyacht? Check out The Yachting Kickstarter Guide Course - A step-by-step, here's how you do it guide on landing your first job in the competitive yachting industry. Want to build up your stewardess skills with an on-demand stewardess training course? Check out The Seaworthy Yacht Stew Training Course here

Duration:00:33:12

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What Is Day Work and What Should Green Crew Expect?

6/15/2022
As green crew, one way to land a permanent role as a yacht stew or deckhand is by building up your new yachting CV with day work. Learning how to get day work and taking advantage of those opportunities can be a stepping stone to starting your yachting career. Day work gives you an introduction to what it’s like to work onboard, where you start to build your first yacht stew or deckhand skills, it also gives you income during the job hunting phase, allows you to network and creates a positive reputation for you in the industry. This episode answers these questions: What is day work on yachts? Why do yachts need day workers? How to get day work for yacht crew? What do you get paid as a day worker? What to wear to day work onboard? Hot tips for green crew when day working. Want to learn more about how to get a job on a superyacht? Check out The Yachting Kickstarter Guide Course - A step-by-step, here's how you do it guide on landing your first job in the competitive yachting industry. Want to build up your stewardess skills with an on-demand stewardess training course? Check out The Seaworthy Yacht Stew Training Course here

Duration:00:20:34

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🤷‍♀️ What Will I Gain From Doing A Yacht Stew Training Course If It Doesn’t Guarantee Me A Job?

5/4/2022
Do I need to do a training course to work as a yacht stew? What will I learn from a stewardess course? Will it guarantee me a junior stew role? If these questions have been on your mind and you’ve been debating whether or not to do interior superyacht training, check out this episode. Jess From The Seaworthy Stew dives into what you will get out of a stewardess course and it’s not a guarantee that you will have a job… however there are lots of benefits you’ll discover for junior crew that will set you on the right pathway to professional yacht stewardess. Free guide 7 Ways To Nail Your First 7 Days As a Yacht Stew Download Here

Duration:00:10:47

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1 Year Into Life As A Yacht Stew | Interview with Steph The Stewardess

4/6/2022
In this episode I chat to Steph, a junior yacht stewardess who has now been in the industry for one year. We talk about her experiences so far, lessons learned onboard, how she found out about yachting and landed her first job (during Covid), what she expected and what was surprising for her to learn as she navigated the intricacies of breaking into the superyachting industry. As Steph now steps into a new role on a charter boat she gives some wise words to green crew who are about to embark on their yachting career. Sharing the self doubt she experienced when she was in Palma thinking I’ve got no experience, I’ve chosen the wrong job, I’m here at the wrong time, I’m never going to get a job to proving others wrong and overcoming it all when she finally landed the dream job at sea. This episode is motivating and inspiring for green stews wanting to enter the yachting industry, giving you a glimpse of what you my experience. If you you’re looking for your first postiion as a yacht stew, or your’re a solo or junior stew who’s looking to improve their stewardess skills + learn the systems that help make a well run boat then The Seaworthy Yacht Stew Online Training Course would be of huge benefit to your new yachting career. This online course teaches the need to know practical side to working in the interior! SO when you step onbaord you will feel confident to rotate between housekeeping, laundry and service. It's all bundled up into video modules, checklists and tools you can take with you to each boat you join in the future. Plus you will have a certificate at the end of it to add to your CV. To check it out head to www.theseaworthystew.com/stewardess-training

Duration:01:00:35

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How to Prepare For Your First Charter as a Junior Yacht Stew

3/23/2022
Wondering how you can prepare for your first charter as a junior yacht stew? In today’s episode, I share tips on what to do to boost your confidence and go into the charter or yachting season being as prepared as possible. From procedures to learn, what you need to understand and how the boat operates, the expectations of your exact role whether it’s laundry, housekeeping, service, or crew mess. It’s always a busy time leading up to charter there are thousands of things going on so if you can be prepared in advance it makes your life so much easier and you go in feeling confident about it all. Hello SUPER STEW! Want the shortcut to learning all the things a junior yacht stew needs to know? Join The Seaworthy Yacht Stewardess Online Training Course. Learn how to be a professional yacht stewardess with video training, downloadable checklists and tools to help you as a junior stew. This course teaches the need to know practical side to working in the interior of a yacht from housekeeping, cleaning, laundry, and service to table settings, food and beverage, flower care, and more!

Duration:00:21:14

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Best times to find work on a superyacht

3/9/2022
Want to know the three best times to find a job in yachting to give you the best chance at scoring work? Are you wondering how to get a job on a yacht? How to find work as a yacht stew or deckhand? Check out this episode! Yachting is seasonal, there are boat shows and events when more yacht crew are needed, and there's a change over of yacht crew at the beginning and end of a season. It's about timing it right to maximise job opportunities in the yachting industry. Want to learn how to get a job on a yacht? Tools here >> The Yachting Kickstarter Guide Become a professional Yacht Stewardess: Course here >> The Seaworthy Yacht Stewardess Online Training Course

Duration:00:13:17

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Getting the most out of your finances while working on yachts / Monica from CrewFo

2/23/2022
An interview with Monica from CrewFo, an ex. yacht stewardess who was smart with her money (buying 2 investment properties during her time onboard). Monica shares her tips to get the most out of your finances as yacht crew from setting up your bank account correctly, organising cash cards, buying a property, using foreign exchange and investing. As yacht crew you earn good money so why not make the most out of it and set yourself up, after all this is one unique industry where you can save a huge chunk of money each month to benefit your future self. CrewFo are a company which specialise in providing financial solutions for superyacht crew. They have offered Seaworthy Stew Podcast listeners 10% off their Preferred Plus Membership to check it out click here. Enter discount code SWS22 to access. Want to learn how to get a job on a yacht? Tools here >> The Yachting Kickstarter Guide Learn the stewardess skills and train to be a yacht stew: Course here >> The Seaworthy Yacht Stewardess Online Training Course Disclaimer: This podcast contains general financial information only. Monica is not a financial advisor she is speaking about her personal experience in the industry. You should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it.

Duration:00:38:43

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Rotational Yacht Crew Jobs

9/29/2021
When you’re searching for yacht jobs online as a stewardess or deckhand you may have seen jobs advertised as rotational or 3:1 or 2:1 and a lot of questions have popped up around these jobs. So today's episode we will get clear on what rotational jobs are, how they work, why they are sought after in the industry and the differences between working as a permanent yacht crew and rotational yacht crew. >> Want to know how to make a stand-out yachting CV? Check out The Yachting CV Toolkit >> Junior stews wanting to level up their stew skills and feel 100% job-ready - Check out The Seaworthy Yacht Stewardess Training Course Yep! SIGN ME UP

Duration:00:21:32

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What Training Courses Do I Need To Work On A Yacht?

9/9/2021
Are you wondering what crew training you need to work on yacht? What qualifications are required for a stewardess? From the STCW and ENG1 Medical to The Food Safety Hygiene Level 2 and Interior Stewardess Training. There are lots of training courses to work on a yacht, some are required and some are extra's which can be to your advantage when first trying to get a job on a yacht. Plan for the start of your yachting adventure with this episode on yacht crew training courses! >> Download the free eBook "Your First Steps To Yachting" here >> Junior stews wanting to level up their stew skills and feel 100% job-ready - Check out The Seaworthy Yacht Stewardess Training Course Yep! SIGN ME UP

Duration:00:16:52

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Housekeeping Do's & Don'ts For Junior Yacht Stews

8/25/2021
When you're first starting in the yachting industry everything feels foreign and as a Junior stewardess, there are so many new things to learn. In this episode, I run over housekeeping do's and don'ts which will help you to gain more knowledge about what to do and what not to do a yacht stew on a superyacht. >> Download the FREEBIE GUIDE "10 Ways To Build Your Yacht Stew Skills From Home" here >> Junior stews wanting to level up their stew skills and feel 100% job-ready - Check out The Seaworthy Yacht Stewardess Training Course. Yep! SIGN ME UP

Duration:00:21:28

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10 Ways To Build Your Yacht Stew Skills From Home

8/18/2021
When it comes to learning the skills to be a yacht stewardess it's a never-ending process, there are always new tips and tricks you discover along the way. However, it's important to get the foundations right as you progress in the industry. If you're just starting out in the yachting world and want to know how you can improve your skills while you're still at home waiting to start your new life at sea this is the podcast for you! It will help you develop skills at home before you even step foot onboard... which is always to your advantage. Download the FREEBIE GUIDE "10 Ways To Build Your Yacht Stew Skills From Home" here Want to prepare the best you can before you start in your new yacht stew role? Let's get you job ready and feeling confident with The Seaworthy Yacht Stewardess Training Course. A 100% online course with everything you need to know to guide you on the right path to a professional yacht stewardess. Yep! SIGN ME UP

Duration:00:18:43

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Chief Stew Advice 15 Years In The Yachting Industry | Interview with Marien from Yachts Mermaids

8/12/2021
In today's episode, I chat with Marien From Yachts Mermaids who has over 15 years of experience in the superyacht industry. "If you want to grow personally... yachting is the fastest way to do so." We discuss the transition for green yacht crew from land to sea, the importance of having support, following your inner guidance, dealing with challenges while working on a yacht, new menstrual onboard training and the key skills needed to step up to chief stew! + Marien answers your Q's sent in: - How to deal with a chief stew with a bad attitude - How to tell your parents you want to do yachting - What the main travel essentials are when packing Want to prepare the best you can before you start in your new yacht stew role? Let's get you job ready and feeling confident with The Seaworthy Yacht Stewardess Training Course. A 100% online course with everything you need to know to guide you on the right path to a professional yacht stewardess. Yep! SIGN ME UP

Duration:00:54:29

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Superyacht Table Service - The Do's and Don'ts

7/22/2021
In today's episode we run over the do's and don'ts of Superyacht table service. It will give you a good introduction to some of the foundations of service you need to know as a service stewardess role onboard. If you want to polish your service skills as a yacht stewardess. The Seaworthy Yacht Stewardess Course has you covered. Inside the course, you get video modules on service guidelines for the 4 main types of services onboard. You will also find Table Setting Guidelines for Informal and Formal dining, plus a How to Set a Table cheat sheet. As well as In the Drinks module you will have access to the wine service guidelines, bar set up checklists, and more. Download The Seaworthy Yacht Stewardess Course here.

Duration:00:16:59

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Superyacht Radio | Behind The Scenes Of The Seaworthy Stew

7/15/2021
This episode is a rebroadcast from Superyacht Radio which is a podcast devoted to the global superyacht industry. Tune in to hear my interview with Maeve about and how I transformed 6 years experience as a Yacht Stewardess into creating a platform to help share this knowledge with aspiring yacht crew through online courses, podcasts, and support to guide green crew on how to break into the industry with confidence. Want to learn more about how to be a yacht stew? Find out more from the Superyacht Stewardess Training Course at https://www.theseaworthystew.com/coursewaitlist Are we Instagram friends yet? Connect with me over at https://www.instagram.com/theseaworthystew/

Duration:00:30:40

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What Is Silver Service on Superyachts?

7/8/2021
How to do silver service onboard a yacht? What is silver service? How to do the silver service technique? There are many rules and principles of silver service onboard superyachts. As a yacht stewardess, you need to be service savvy and understand a broad range of service styles. Remember most services onboard are bespoke so they are tailored to the boss or guest preferences. Some rules you may have learned in a fine dining restaurant may not apply onboard because the service is guest-specific. Want to learn more about how to be a yacht stewardess? Find out more from the Superyacht Stewardess Training Course at https://www.theseaworthystew.com/coursewaitlist Are we Instagram friends yet? Connect with me over at https://www.instagram.com/theseaworthystew/

Duration:00:13:53

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What Type Of Stew Are You - Housekeeping, Service or Laundry?

6/30/2021
There are three main roles of a yacht stewardess and they fall into laundry, housekeeping and service. This episode runs over each department so you can work out what you might enjoy most and the skills required to advance in these roles. Want to learn more about how to be a yacht stewardess? Find out more from the Superyacht Stewardess Training Course at https://www.theseaworthystew.com/coursewaitlist Are we Instagram friends yet? Connect with me over at https://www.instagram.com/theseaworthystew/

Duration:00:16:56

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What Are The Responsibilities Of A Yacht Stew?

6/23/2021
So you want to be a yacht stew? Did you know stews have more responsibilities onboard than just providing awesome holidays for charter guests and nailing table settings? Apart from the usual providing 5-star service to all guests, silver service, cocktail skills, laundry and housekeeping onboard.. there are some responsibilities of yacht stewardess you may not be aware of. Have a listen to this episode to find out what they are. ➡️ Superyacht Stewardess Training course launching soon! Click here to join the waitlist. --- WANT TO KNOW THE FIRST STEPS TO YACHTING? Grab the free eBook: www.theseaworthystew.com/littlebluebook ARE WE INSTA FRIENDS YET? www.instagram.com/theseaworthystew #Yachtstewardess #Superyachtjobs #Superyachtcrew #Megayacht #Deckhand #stewardess #yachtlife #Yachtcrew #yachtstewardessjobs #entrylevelyachtjobs #yachtingCV #Charteryachts #privateyachts #yachtlife #Superyachttrainning #Dockwalking #Yachtie #theseaworthystew #yachtingcareer

Duration:00:13:41

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Your First Service Role As A Stewardess: The Breakfast Shift

6/16/2021
Are you interested in becoming a service stewardess onboard yachts? The breakfast service shift is probably one of the first service shifts you will run by yourself as a yacht stew. So this episode will focus on tips to ensure a really GOOD morning breakfast shift that will help to ensure it all goes smoothly. There's lots of useful information from setting up your buffet table to pantry preparation and setting for service. ➡️ Superyacht Stewardess Training course launching soon! Click here to join the waitlist. --- WANT TO KNOW THE FIRST STEPS TO YACHTING? Grab the free eBook: www.theseaworthystew.com/littlebluebook ARE WE INSTA FRIENDS YET? www.instagram.com/theseaworthystew #Yachtstewardess #Superyachtjobs #Superyachtcrew #Megayacht #Deckhand #stewardess #yachtlife #Yachtcrew #yachtstewardessjobs #entrylevelyachtjobs #yachtingCV #Charteryachts #privateyachts #yachtlife #Superyachttrainning #Dockwalking #Yachtie #theseaworthystew #yachtingcareer

Duration:00:27:44