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You're Not Available — So Why Are You Applying? It's June. European season has started. Monaco Grand Prix has just finished, and a captain may still need crew — now, not next week — and a strong CV just landed in my inbox. For about thirty seconds, I'm hopeful. Then I...

The Wrong Hire in a Private Residence.   The hardest conversation an Estate Manager ever has is with a Principal who trusted their recommendation — and the hire didn't work out. I've heard this story more times than I can count. The candidate interviewed beautifully....

The Staffing Crisis No One Is Talking About in South Florida's UHNW Boom The headlines celebrate the arrivals. Jeff Bezos. Mark Zuckerberg. Larry Page. Sergey Brin. Larry Ellison. Ken Griffin. South Florida has become the undisputed home of the ultra-wealthy. What the...

  South Florida’s Billionaires Are Here—But the Talent They Desperately Need Is Nowhere to Be Found Miami’s billionaire buying wave has created one of the tightest, most competitive private talent markets in the U.S., with top household, estate, and family office...

Run a World-Class Private Estate in North Miami Beach Lead the operation, shape the standard, and create a five-star experience at home. A distinguished private family in North Miami Beach is seeking an experienced Estate Manager to take the helm of a large,...

Six-Figure Impact Demands Six-Figure Communication — Including Webcam Presence It still surprises me how many smart, experienced professionals fall down on this point. I’d like to offer a few tips to the many talented individuals who deserve the positions they’re...

Why Boutique Yacht Crew Agencies Deliver Superior Results in Superyacht Recruitment In the competitive world of superyacht and high-net-worth estate recruitment, finding the perfect crew match isn't just about filling positions—it's about creating seamless,...

From Superyachts to Estates: Transitioning Your Senior Yachting Career to Estate Management Seasoned yacht professionals! If you're a captain, chief steward, engineer, or another senior crew member in the superyacht world, you've likely spent years mastering the art...

Navigating Excellence: Following Seas Recruiting’s Impact on Yachting at FLIBS.com 2025 As the yachting world gears up for the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS.com) Today in the not-so-wonderful weather South Florida is known for. October 29 to November...

A Recruiter’s Guide to Getting It Right.Working on a Superyacht  The yachting industry is a thrilling world of luxury, adventure, and precision, where superyachts glide through pristine waters and crews deliver impeccable service to discerning guests. With over...

The latest industry data reveals a dramatic shift in crew expectations reshaping yacht operations. Owners who adapt will win; those who don’t risk losing valuable talent. Understanding the changing preferences of crew members is crucial for yacht owners.The Story In...

The Crew Crisis: Why Money Alone Can’t Solve the Staffing Challenge in Yachting Despite engineering salaries jumping 14% and pursers seeing 20% increases, yacht owners still struggle to find reliable crew. This paradox raises questions about the yachting industry and...