Passionate about Culture
Our Mission: To create cultures where yachties can thrive
Time is precious. We realise this more the less we have. Our goal is to create value-driven cultures within yachting, where all crew can thrive through access to the wisdom of those that know how to support them the best.
The Superyacht Mentor was founded by Richard Orme after spending 30 years in the superyacht industry, from crew member to yacht manager, to owner's rep to yachting entrepreneur.
Now an accredited UK government mentor, he has lead yachting professionals all his career, worked with hundreds of captains and crews, and guided many owners to achieve their point of success in yachting.
WHY HAVE A MENTOR?
Our extensive experience and knowledgeable of the superyacht industry provides a sounding board for all aspects of your career development. Here are just some of the key areas where we can provide guidance for our mentees.
CAPTAIN MENTORING
Confidential Guidance and Support.
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Feedback and Improvement: TSM Mentors can provide constructive feedback, helping mentees identify areas for improvement and offering guidance on how to enhance their skills and performance.
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Decision-Making Support: When faced with tough decisions, our mentors can offer a different perspective, share experiences, and provide advice to assist mentees in making informed choices.
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Personal and Professional Balance: TSM Mentors can help individuals navigate the challenges of balancing personal and professional life, offering advice on time management, stress reduction, and maintaining overall well-being.
High Performance 1-2-1s
Performance Development and Reviews.
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Personal Growth and Confidence Building: TSM Mentors can offer encouragement, constructive feedback, and emotional support, contributing to the mentee's personal development and boosting their self-confidence.
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Goal Setting and Accountability: Having a mentor can help individuals set realistic and achievable goals, while the mentor provides guidance and holds them accountable for their progress.
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Career Advancement: Mentorship can be instrumental in navigating career paths, offering advice on career choices, and providing strategies for professional growth and advancement.
LEADERSHIP MENTORING
Grow Crew Centric Compassionate Leadership
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Knowledge and Skill Development: TSM Mentors can provide valuable insights and guidance to help crew and yachting professionals acquire new compassionate leadership skills and knowledge relevant to their personal or professional goals.
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Industry Insights: Our mentors, especially with their specific industry experience, can share valuable insights, trends, and insider knowledge that may not be readily available through other channels.
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YACHT TO SHORE
From Crew to Career Transition Planning
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Networking Opportunities: TSM Mentors often have extensive networks, and being mentored can open doors to new connections, collaborations, and opportunities within the super yacht industry.
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Legacy and Knowledge Transfer: For our mentors, it can be fulfilling to pass on their experiences, knowledge, and wisdom to the next generation, contributing to the continuity and growth of the super yachting industry.