The 5 Cruise Ship Crew Personalities: From Rookies to Veterans

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Cruising As Crew

👁️ 7K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 14:42

What This Creator Said

2 Happy Bacon

Creator Had Mixed FeelingsTips & Advice🏅Authority Creator

OtherVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

The Anchor is the crew member that has come on board to earn money to send back home to support their family

The Drifter is this person that has been working on board cruise ships 15 years plus however they have not risen through the ranks and has grown incredibly bitter about ship life

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓If you have been working on ships for 3-5 years, you need to decide if you want to progress or leave to avoid becoming a 'Drifter'.

✓Make an exit strategy or a career progression plan rather than assuming things will just happen.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Focusing too much on travel/partying (Castaway) vs the job — It is normal for first contractors to be focused on adventure, but be aware it can give you a bad reputation with other crew.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the different types of crew members on a cruise ship?

QHow do crew members' motivations change over time?

QHow can I avoid becoming unhappy or bitter while working at sea?

Topics Covered

Service CrewMeh

Port Highlights

Darwin

Melbourne

Sydney

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YouTube Video Description↓

Hey sailors, In this video, I’ll break down the 5 distinct types of crew members you’ll meet onboard, each with their own unique approach to ship life. Whether they’re here for the adventure, to support their families, or climbing the ranks, I’ll give you an inside look at who they are and what drives them. Whether you’re thinking about working on a cruise ship or just curious about life at sea, this video will give you a fun and honest take on what it’s really like to work and live on board! 🚢 WANT TO WORK ON CRUISE SHIPS? ---------------------------------------------------------------- Sail For Success is the step-by-step course that helps you apply, stand out and get hired. - Join the course: https://www.cruisingascrew.com/course/#next-step - Free masterclass: https://www.cruisingascrew.com/free-training/ AMAZON ---------------- UK https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/cruisingascrew?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_4H6JEPED11QY9EN51B1D USA https://www.amazon.com/shop/cruisingascrew?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_K0ZM4SJA0VRQPH7168AE MUSIC ------------ Subscription to Epidemic Sound WATCH NEXT ---------------------- How I got my job with Virgin Voyages https://youtu.be/r9jPl59Ddcg How to deal with an awkward roommate https://youtu.be/9IDQEA9WT9M FOLLOW --------------- Website I https://www.cruisingascrew.com Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/cruisingascrew/ Thank you for watching