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Better working lives at sea

by The Nautical Institute

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Latest episodes

  • Effective communications

    August 11, 2026 · 21 min

    How can better communication make shipping safer? In this episode of Better working lives at sea, Deirdre Lane FNI explores communication at sea, multicultural crews, maritime English, radio communication, hierarchy and the importance of…

  • Kind Leadership

    August 11, 2026 · 20 min

    What does kind leadership look like at sea? Steve Cameron explains why kindness does not mean weakness and how empathy, accountability, trust and investment in people can create stronger teams and safer working environments. Drawing on his…

  • Mentoring

    August 11, 2026 · 23 min

    Why does mentoring matter in maritime careers? Captain Ann Pletschke shares her experiences as both mentor and mentee, exploring how mentoring can support seafarers, cadets and maritime professionals at every stage of their careers. From…

  • Safety culture

    August 11, 2026 · 22 min

    Is “Safety First” always the best way to create a strong safety culture? Dr Nippin Anand challenges conventional thinking about safety in shipping and explores the gap between safety slogans, measurement and the lived experience of people…

  • Soft skills

    August 11, 2026 · 19 min

    Why are soft skills so important for seafarers? Neil Dulling FNI explores communication, listening, situational awareness, teamwork and interpersonal skills – and explains why technical competence alone is not enough to keep people safe at…

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About the show

Better working lives at sea explores the human skills that make a real difference to life and work in the maritime industry. From effective communication and kind leadership to mentoring, safety culture and soft skills, each episode brings practical insights and real-world experiences from maritime professionals. Discover how stronger relationships, better communication and people-centred leadership can support safer operations, stronger teams and Better working lives at sea. A Nautical Institute podcast, supported by The Seafarers’ Charity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.