What Makes a Good Seafarer?

The Seafarer is the human dimension in the shipping industry, his contribution to the safe and efficient operations of the ship, and the  protection  of marine environment is vital. Thus, he should be equipped with the necessary technical, physical, and emotional capabilities to face the challenges of the job on board ships.  If you plan a career at sea, examine yourself first, if you possess the following essentials to be a good one:

Top 24 Ways to Become a Better Sr. Officer on board ships

Being a Sr. Officer on board ships requires not only excellent technical  competencies but also adept leadership and management skills. The management of human resources on board the vessel, often poses a never ending challenge to the Sr. Officers whether on deck or in engine. Here are some insights  on how to become a better one:

1. Improve your Skills

In order to be a better one, you need to equip yourself with appropriate skills. If you do not have supervisory experience, you may want to attend management seminars and other training programs that will help you become an effective manager, supervisor or boss.

2. Study the Company’s Vision and Mission

You do not want to end up scratching your head when some new employee asks you about the company’s background, mission and vision. If you want to contribute to the achievement of that vision and mission, you have to know them first.

3. Educate Your Crew about Company Policies and Goals

You should also remember to know the goals and policies of your organization. Once you have learned these things, impart them to your subordinates so that they will be on the same page as you.

Bonding At John and Yoko

Last September 15, 2011 friends back in college spent time in a cosmopolitan dining experience at John and Yoko  at Greenbelt 5 . The food was superb and very succulent in taste . 

Gastronomic Experience At Seasons of Manila Pavilion

Celebrating life's milestone in a hotel setting restaurant is a perfect way to mark the new chapter of my son's life. Thanks to Cash Cash Pinoy that made internet deals at an affordable price, we were able to enjoy a lavish and stylish buffet at Seasons of Manila Pavilion for my son's 21st birthday. It was a very hearty lunch of International dishes. 

Chennai Revisited

Temple of Shiva in Chennai, India

It has been almost two(2) decades since I first set foot in Madras, India. During that time, we stayed for forty five (45) in port when hubby's vessel was discharging grains as aide from the USA that needed to be bagged before it can be discharged. It was at a time when hubby was still a young, newly promoted and  dashing Master. 
One of my treasured memories  of Madras, was when a movie was filmed in the ship, meeting face to face with their local actors and actresses. They shot the film under extreme heat because the vessel's air condition system was not functioning well that time, but they did it with-out any complaints at all.

Training For Safety Ambassador

Masters from the East fleet who were on vacation were sent to Chennai, India to attend the Safety Training Ambassador Course.What is a  Safety Ambassador? The role of the Master  was developed as a “Safety Ambassador” to allow them to embed the Company Health Safety and Environmental policy as well as enhance the safety culture on board their vessel by leading the Officers and crew by example.

Life Goes On

It has been  a week since  the visco injection was done to augment the depleted cartilages of my knees, and thus far, only the area where the needle was inserted remained bluish.  No swelling was observed around the knee  joints, with only a little pain  felt during stretching exercises.

It's time for myself to get back to life's  normal  routine, through aqua aerobics activities and swimming, armed with a positive attitude in  holding on to the belief that things will get better in the coming days.

Managing Osteoarthritis of Both Knees

Last August 12, 2011, we visited the Center for 

Musculoskeletal Science-Asia at the 2nd floor of 

Hollywood Square Bldg, 33West Avenue in Quezon City 

after having an 8am   appointment with Dr. Isagani Leal.  

I found his name through research in the internet. 

The center uses the latest technology in managing 

and treating, sports-related injuries, bones and joints 

pain management, and other degenerative diseases involving 

muscles and the skeletal system in general.