What does the superyachting industry have to do with your leadership style? 

Turns out, a whole lot.

In this episode, I’m joined by Karine Rayson, an expert in leadership and mental health within the superyacht industry – where teams are required to live and work together 24/7 out at sea. And in that intense environment… leadership matters.

And it’s no different for your business. These leadership and communication skills are foundational for any business, even if you’re on dry land.

Here’s What You’ll Discover in This Episode: 

• The metric that sets high-performing teams apart from the rest, and why authoritative leadership is a recipe for ego issues and disengagement.
• The parallels between life on a superyacht and running a small business – and why it all boils down to leadership and strong team communication.
• The (so often overlooked!) layers of communication that build trust.
• How to spot the small, physical signs that signal something’s wrong before it’s too late.
• Why slipping work, a lack of eye contact, or mismatched energy might actually be a silent plea for support from your team (and what you can do to turn things around).
• Karine’s psychology-backed tips to make your team feel seen and valued – and why success all starts at onboarding.
• What emotional literacy really means (and what it DOESN’T!), and why self-awareness is the foundation of leading others well.
• The most uncomfortable, but essential, thing you can do as a leader to grow your emotional intelligence and improve your team’s ability to work well together.
• Why shifting from an authoritative leader to a facilitator actually creates a more connected, motivated, and purpose-driven team.
• Karine’s leadership non-negotiables to create a psychologically safe space, lead people in the same direction towards your ultimate goal,
• And so, so much more…

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