Tag: Book Review

In the second edition of ‘Mentoring at Sea’, Captain André LeGoubin, MNM MA FNI, offers an insightful and practical guide for professionals in the maritime industry, drawing from a well of personal experience and deep-rooted maritime tradition.

Robin Sharma’s book redefines the concept of wealth, focusing on a holistic approach towards what truly matters in life: personal growth, meaningful relationships, and living with purpose.

The "Chaplaincy and Seafarers: Faith at Work" publication offers a thorough exploration of the interplay between faith and maritime life, authored by Helen Sampson, Nelson Turgo, Wendy Cadge, and Sophie Gilliat-Ray.

The 2024 edition of the "ECDIS Passage Planning and Watchkeeping" book by Witherbys is an essential resource for maritime professionals navigating the complexities of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS).

Emotional Intelligence 2.0, authored by Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves, is an insightful dive into emotional intelligence. It builds upon the foundational principles of emotional intelligence, aiming to make the concept more accessible and practical for readers seeking personal and professional development.

Dale Carnegie’s classic, "How to Win Friends and Influence People," published in 1936, offers timeless advice on improving interpersonal skills and fostering genuine relationships, divided into four key parts.

This book by Dr. Michael C. Morales, President, Mitsui OSK Lines-Magsaysay Maritime Academy, is a practical manual on transformative leadership. The author, drawing from his extensive experience in military, missionary, and academic roles, presents a refreshing approach to leadership development tailored for the modern era.

Change is an inevitable part of life, yet many of us find it difficult to adapt and navigate through it. In "Who Moved My Cheese?", Spencer Johnson presents a simple yet profoundly insightful allegory that offers a fresh perspective on dealing with change, both in the workplace and in personal life.

In "Sustainable Shipping: A Cross-Disciplinary View," written by Prof. Harilaos N. Psaraftis, the complexities of maritime sustainability are dissected through a multi-faceted lens, providing an insightful and comprehensive exploration of this crucial global issue.

Nathaniel Branden's "The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem" is a seminal work in the field of personal development and psychology. In this book, Branden outlines a comprehensive framework for understanding and cultivating self-esteem, which he defines as "the reputation we acquire with ourselves."