Superyacht Success : The insider's guide to the yachting industry

"Entertaining, authoritative, and fascinating." – Joseph Finder, New York Times bestselling author of The Oligarch's Daughter
"This book contains gold ... I highly recommend it to anyone working within the industry." – Tim Clarke, Director of Quay Group
"A book filled with honesty, valuable advice and plenty of reality." – Martin Redmayne, Chairman & Editor in Chief of The Superyacht Group / The Superyacht Agency

An insider's guide to the superyacht industry, detailing how to get in, progress through the ranks and thrive on the journey. Drawing on a life's career within the superyacht community, this book is for readers who want to start or continue a career in the superyacht industry, as well as for those who want an insight into the most amazing workplace.

This is an audience with one of the most experienced superyacht captains in the business, giving you the insider's take on the culture of the industry, how to get hired and how to thrive as you progress through the ranks – handling the demand for absolute perfection at all times, yet avoiding the easy trap of allowing yachting to become your life.

The book covers everything from an overview of the industry and its history, through getting hired (detailing useful qualifications and experience, and advice on agencies and interviews), embracing being new, understanding life on board, and typical career pathways. Later sections address questions of leadership and captaincy: establishing a culture of openness and trust, setting boundaries, dealing with the demands of perfectionism, communication and crafting a superyacht life well lived. The final section comprises an invaluable toolbox of advice and techniques for crew at all levels, from boat handling to briefing teams. Chapters also feature "10 Dos and Don'ts" boxes, as well as insights from other high-profile professionals within the industry.

This is the definitive insider's guide to the normally shielded world of superyachts, clearly setting out what crew need to know to progress and succeed.