Contrary to the popular belief that "time spent online is bad for our health," a recent study offers a surprising perspective about social media: the internet might actually benefit our well-being.

The life of a seafarer is no ordinary journey. With long hours, demanding tasks, and the isolation of being away from home, maintaining physical wellness is paramount—not just for the individual but for the smooth operation of the entire vessel.

Violence and harassment at work is a widespread phenomenon around the world, with more than one in five (22.8 per cent or 743 million) persons in employment having experienced at least one form of violence and harassment at work during their working life.

The maritime industry is increasingly recognizing mental wellness as a critical factor for ensuring a happy and safe crew, experts agreed during a panel discussion at the 4th Crew Welfare Week.

Accounting for the great part of working professionals and estimated to be a worth noting part of business leaders for many of the upcoming years, Millennials and Generation Zs are poised to reshape maritime industry, with their unique experiences forcing shipping organizations to examine how they will operate for decades to come.

It is often said “If you want to go quickly, go alone, but if you want to go far, go together.” The positive effect of teamwork is not big news for business world, with far-sighted companies spending millions on team building strategies for years, but the transforming post-pandemic corporate landscape requires an even bigger focus on soft skills development.

Effective communication skills are crucial for every person in order to succeed in many aspects of their life. As a matter of fact, many jobs require strong communication skills, while people with good communication skills usually enjoy better interpersonal relationships

Teamwork is powerful as it can tap into people’s individual strengths, collect diverse perspectives and ideas, and get projects across the finish line more efficiently.

Nowadays, an increasing number of people point out that “soft skills” should not be characterized as “soft” anymore. The main 2 categories for skills people have in the workplace are the following: hard skills and human skills.

High-performing teams require keen recruitment, staffing, and training strategies, all of which should focus on creating a diverse and inclusive (D&I) culture. In fact, research shows that inclusive teams perform up to 30% better in high-diversity environments.