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Education Podcasts
This one's for all aspiring yachties! So you want to work in Luxurious world of yachting...but not quite sure where to start? This podcast was created to help you with just that! Here I will share some GOLD information regarding your best approach to joining the industry.... But don't just take my word for it....I also interview heaps of other yachties who all share their story of how they got in...learn from their experiences and their tactics to develop your own path and learn some invaluable information along the way! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digitaldraystartyachting/support
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United States
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Education Podcasts
Description:
This one's for all aspiring yachties! So you want to work in Luxurious world of yachting...but not quite sure where to start? This podcast was created to help you with just that! Here I will share some GOLD information regarding your best approach to joining the industry.... But don't just take my word for it....I also interview heaps of other yachties who all share their story of how they got in...learn from their experiences and their tactics to develop your own path and learn some invaluable information along the way! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digitaldraystartyachting/support
Language:
English
Episodes
4 Things YOU can do to get your B1B2 Visa APPROVED!
5/25/2021
So in order to travel to the USA, you need to start your B1B2 Visa Application as soon as you can.
The B1B2 is a visitor's (non-immigrant) visa. It can be obtained for either tourism or business purposes.
In this episode, I cover the 4 Things YOU can do to get your B1B2 Visa APPROVED!
It is always best to be prepared when you apply for a B1B2 visa, so be sure to listen to this episode all the way to the end.
Here are some useful links:
Breakdown of the application process:...
Duration:00:05:43
B1B2 VISA Application - A Step-By-Step Guide!
5/18/2021
So in order to travel to the USA, you need to start your B1B2 Visa Application as soon as you can.
The B1B2 is a visitor's (non-immigrant) visa. It can be obtained for either tourism or business purposes.
In this Step-By-Step Guide, I cover all of the basics that you need to know when going though the application process. It is always best to be prepared when you apply for a B1B2 visa, so be sure to watch this video all the way to the end.
Here are some useful links:
Breakdown of the...
Duration:00:07:15
How to AVOID YACHT JOB SCAMS and Stay clear of the DODGY jobs!!
5/17/2021
If you want to work on a yacht, it is very important to know How to AVOID YACHT JOB SCAMS and Stay clear of the Dodgy ones!!
There are hundreds of jobs being posted weekly and sometimes it can be quite tricky to figure out which ones are legit.
Most of them usually are, but there are a few Key RED FLAGS to take note of when a job post just doesn't 'feel' right.
In this video I walk you through a set of guidelines that will help you to filter out the jobs that you really don't want to...
Duration:00:09:20
Yacht CV & Interview advice from the professionals - Louise (YPI)
5/17/2021
What if you were unsure about certain aspects about your Yacht CV?
What if there are certain things that you should know, that you have no idea about yet?
What if you could get CV Advice directly from a Yacht Crew Placement Agent... Well, in this video I sit down with Louise from YPI as we go through a series of common questions regarding Yacht CV's as well as a few notes on being prepared for your interview!
If you enjoyed this episode and would like to learn more, then please hit that...
Duration:00:18:59
How to become a Yacht Chef
4/23/2021
So How do you become a yacht chef? Join me in this video as I sit down with Ane & Mayte as they explain all of the requirements to become a chef on a yacht.
We also discuss some of their other really awesome courses that they have on offer so don't miss out on this one!
If you want to become a chef, then I highly recommend that you check out all of the culinary courses that the Barcelona Academy have on offer:
Food Safety & Hygiene Level 2:...
Duration:00:10:01
MCA Approved ONLINE FOOD SAFETY & HYGIENE Level 2 Certification for Yacht Crew? Is it REAL?
4/22/2021
👉🏻 Join me as I sit down with Lauren (Trilogy Luxury Training) and Yvette (Baobab Development Solutions) as they answer all of the most common questions regarding the MCA approved Food Safety & Hygiene Level 2 certification!!! 🍱🥂 👇🏻
Here are some of the questions that get answered in this episode:
- What is the Food Safety & Hygiene Level 2 certification?
- Why is the Food safety & Hygiene level 2 certification a requirement for interior yacht crew?
- What is the difference between...
Duration:00:19:05
Interview with Lauren, former Chief stew - currently running a legendary training facility
4/22/2021
Join me in this week's episode of "Interviews with yachties" as Lauren Norten, a former yacht chief stew reveals the best way to land a job on a yacht!
Lauren has quite the remarkable success story and is currently the Principle trainer & Managing Director at Trilogy Luxury Training. Her 12 years of yachting experience has definitely contributed to her ability to share some awesome advice to people wanting to come into the industry.
Trilogy Luxury Training is one of the very few schools in...
Duration:00:15:27
Interviews with Yachties - Alex the Chief Stewardess
3/25/2021
This episode of "Interviews with Yachties" is focussed around Alex, the Chief Stewardess.
Join us as she shares an insane amount of valuable advice and guidance!
Get ready, this episode is jam-packed and a little longer than usual. Alex used her time to the max to share as much useful information as she possibly could to anyone wanting to get into the industry!
If you enjoyed this episode and would like to learn more, then please hit that Follow button.
Also, if you have any questions or...
Duration:00:32:25
What Qualifications do you need to become a YACHT STEW?
3/24/2021
So what Qualifications do you need to become a Yacht Stew? As you might have guessed there are quite a few yacht stew requirements.
Some of them are skills required and some involve yacht stew training.
In this episode I cut through the noise and talk about which interior training courses are actually required and which will be considered add-ons that might be beneficial for you to have. The decision that you make regarding the training that you get, can hugely impact your ability to get a...
Duration:00:05:12
How much MONEY do Yacht Stews make? (Yacht Stew Salary Revealed!!)
3/23/2021
Have you ever wondered how much money yacht stews make? The interior crew of a yacht have the potential to earn really high salaries, excluding tips!!!!! In this video I cover the entry level salary as well as the salaries when working your way up the ranks.
If you enjoyed this episode and would like to learn more, then please hit that Follow button.
Also, if you have any questions or comments, feel free to come and join us in the Start Yachting! Facebook group where there is an entire...
Duration:00:05:30
How to become a Yacht Steward/ess - Your Step-by-step guide!
3/23/2021
So how to become a yacht steward or yacht stewardess?
In this episode I give you a step-by-step guide to becoming a yacht stew/ yacht stewardess.
There are many opportunities in the wonderful world of yachting and becoming yacht crew is the easiest way to get a job on a yacht. Working on a super yacht opens up a world of travel, experiences, connections and endless possibilities.
In this episode I briefly go over some of the steps to take in order to land a yacht job as a steward/ess.
If...
Duration:00:05:33
What is a Yacht Stew Exactly? AND....Why would you want to be one?
2/25/2021
What is a yacht stew, ( a yacht steward or a yacht stewardess)?
In this video I cover the basic elements of a yacht stew job role which includes some of the yacht stew job description as well as some common yacht stew responsibilities.
If you want to work on a yacht and you’re not sure which role best suits you, watching this video could help you to decide whether or not being a yacht steward or yacht stewardess onboard is a good fit for you.
A day in the life of yacht crew is full of...
Duration:00:04:47
Important Things to Know BEFORE saying YES to a Yacht Job
11/22/2020
Recently there has been quite a few scams out there and we want to make sure that you guys are informed in order to stay safe.
Join us in this Episode as Warren walks you through his main points on things you can do to make sure that you are actually being hired for the role that you want.
He does mention asking about the vessel's itinerary, but I just want to mention that when you do this, be sure to include the fact that you are merely asking in order to ensure that you have all of the...
Duration:00:05:03
interviews with Yachties - Susi the Yacht Chef
11/15/2020
Aspiring Chefs! This one's for you! Susi has been in Yachting for many years and has some insane experience onboard, some of which includes her transition between roles!
So join us as she shares her story of how she got into yachting and how she has moved up in her career over the years!
Here are her social pages:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/Thenauticalnomadchef/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/sus_travels_fresh/
Personal website: https://nauticalnomads.net/
Ringana partner:...
Duration:00:10:00
Interior Q&A
11/9/2020
This one's for all of the aspiring stews our there...
For those of you who missed our Interior Q&A session the other day, don't fret....I've got you, here is the REPLAY!!!!!
Join me as I sit down with the professionals,
(Insight Specialist, Luxury Hospitality MGMT, PYA Director of Interior Training, MHSG G.U.E.S.T. program)-
Lynne Edwards
(Ex Chief Stew & Chef, Director at SYNC -Super Yachting Nautical Careers) and-
Cieara Joynt
(Chief Stewardess & Purser, Temp Interior course...
Duration:01:06:18
Interviews with Yachties - Jess the Chief stew & Purser
10/22/2020
If you want to join the Yachting industry as a Stewardess, how awesome would it be to get advice directly from a truly amazing Chief Stewardess?
Well, that's just it...that's what this episode is all about...!
Join me as I sit down with a really successful Chief stewardess and Purser, Jess Manuel.
In this sit-down we discuss her journey into yachting, how well it pays off to know what you want as well as some really valuable advice that she has for newcomers :)
If you would like to find...
Duration:00:12:55
Interviews with Yachties - Alene ex Chief stew current Author & Trainer
10/22/2020
This week I sit down with Alene Keenan as she shares her very interesting story of how she got into yachting!
Alene is an ex Yacht Chief stewardess and has since then been part of writing the standards for many of the interior courses available today!
She also shares some valuable insight and advice for everyone wanting to join the industry as crew.
For more info on all of the courses that she has on offer, as well as to get access to her book, "The Yacht Guru's Bible" please check out...
Duration:00:20:27
Avoid these Mistakes - Part 2
10/12/2020
Part 2
Once you arrive in your chosen Yachting HUB, life will become very exciting!
There is so much to do, so much to see as well as so many people to go and meet!
But...there are a few common mistakes made right in the beginning, that can easily set you on a path to disaster and disappointment...
Join me in this episode as I walk you through these mistakes to ensure that you don't make them and potentially stain your career in yachting ;)
This is another episode that was taken...
Duration:00:01:27
Avoid these Mistakes - Part 1
10/12/2020
Part 1
Once you arrive in your chosen Yachting HUB, life will become very exciting!
There is so much to do, so much to see as well as so many people to go and meet!
But...there are a few common mistakes made right in the beginning, that can easily set you on a path to disaster and disappointment...
Join me in this episode as I walk you through these mistakes to ensure that you don't make them and potentially stain your career in yachting ;)
This is another episode that was taken...
Duration:00:02:20
Interviews with Yachties - Anna the ex- Bosun
9/28/2020
Join me in this episode as I meet up with Anna Petchell who used to be a Bosun onboard and has since started APetchell coaching!
We finally get hear her story of how she go to where she is today.
Just like everyone in our industry, Anna also went through some ups and downs and has some amazing advice for newcomers to the yachting industry.
So join us for some laughter and some insight into what it takes to be an excellent crew member.
For more info on what Anna is up to, go check her out...
Duration:00:15:56