Inside the World of Yachting: CEO Nadine Proctor
This weeks edition of Shaped by the Sea is a conversation with Nadine Proctor the CEO of M & H Finland (Marine and Hydraulics). I had the...
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Hi, I'm Mel Welcome to Shapedbythesea!
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Welcome to my website where I share with you life’s unpredictable ebbs and flows. Shapedbythesea is a platform for everyone to learn about life at sea. I write this blog to inform others of the trials and challenges that working onboard presents but also to share the adventures and once-in-a-lifetime moments. I love having the opportunity to share my experiences and insights with my readers.
Recently, I have began to Freelance write for other blogs, social media platform etc, to inquire on a collaboration get in touch.
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Melissa Ramm
Oct 245 min read
Inside the World of Yachting; A conversation with Elisabet Holm Head of Marketing at Baltic Yachts
A glimpse inside the mind of one of yachtings truly fantastic women, I had the pleasure of catching up with Elisabet holm the head of...
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Melissa Ramm
Oct 126 min read
Inside the World of Yachting; A conversation with Chief Officer Lisa Garside
This week's SBTS is an insight into the world of a Chief Officer. From work life balance to career growth, a must read, SBTS.
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Melissa Ramm
Sep 72 min read
Discovering SBTS: Life on a Secluded Island in the Irish Sea
An extract from the author's handwritten notes about the secluded island she calls home is a glimpse into the simpler life away from superya
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Melissa Ramm
Aug 273 min read
Unlocking Your Potential: The Power of Embracing Career Change for Growth and Education
Hi Everyone, This week's blog is the first time I've sat down with my thoughts for some time now. Decision-making has been at the top of...
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Melissa Ramm
Jul 74 min read
One Year of Shaped by the Sea
One Year, I can hardly believe it. I don't think I'll ever forget the feeling of how terrified I was to hit the publish button after I'd...
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Melissa Ramm
Jul 23 min read
24 Laps around the Sun; Pilot Whales, Waterfalls and cheesecake
Hello Everyone, Sunday was my twenty fourth birthday, what a year it’s been. It’s no secret that the last year has been turbulent and...
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Melissa Ramm
Jun 284 min read
Getting to Know Shaped by the Sea : A Fresh Introduction
This week's edition of SBTS is an introduction to who I am and why I write about my life and the Yachtting industry.
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Melissa Ramm
Jun 174 min read
Mental Health onboard- from both sides of the coin, crew and Managerial...
A Crew members Perspective and a little insight into what Shaped by the Sea has been up to recently.
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Melissa Ramm
Jun 13 min read
"The Grass is Greener: Exploring the Myth of Better Opportunities"
Explore the myth of better opportunities in the yachting world. Is the grass truly greener on the other side? Dive into the insights of a se
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Melissa Ramm
May 124 min read
"Breaking the Stigma: My Personal Journey with Mental Health"
Hi everyone, This week’s edition of Shaped by the Sea is very personal. I share a lot of my life on the blog as so much of it is shaped...
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Melissa Ramm
Apr 274 min read
Navigating Sexism: A Beginner's Guide to Sexism in Yachting
Hello Everyone, This week I've been thinking a lot about the isms, I can only write about the isms I am up against, I know many affect us...
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Melissa Ramm
Apr 195 min read
The Challenges and Triumphs: A Yachtie's Tale of Crossing the Atlantic
An insight into a yachties life at sea, a recount of an atlantic crossings and what it's like to be at sea.
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Melissa Ramm
Apr 34 min read
Seeking True Balance: How to Empower Your Mind, Body, and Soul according to George Robinson
Shaped by the Sea's first book review on a self-help guidance book written by a yachtie for other yachties.
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Melissa Ramm
Mar 244 min read
Inside the World of Yachting : A Conversation with Captain Ella Johnson
Captain Ella Johnson Hi Ella, thank you for making time to sit down and talk with me, I've had the pleasure of knowing you for quite some...
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Melissa Ramm
Mar 93 min read
"Why Daily Support for Women Matters: Moving Beyond International Women's Day"
What does international women's day mean to you? Shaped by the sea's thoughts on female empowerment.
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Melissa Ramm
Feb 286 min read
Inside the World of Yachting: Exclusive Interview with the Founder of Girls on Deck!
Megan Venter- Founder of Girls on Deck "Hi Megs, firstly thanks for agreeing to share your yachting story with me. We’ve been in contact...
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Melissa Ramm
Jan 263 min read
Navigating Love Across Oceans: Is Dating Possible Whilst Working Onboard?
Shaped by the Sea talks about love across oceans, is having a relationship whilst working onboard possible?
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Melissa Ramm
Jan 198 min read
Inside the World of Yachting: Exclusive Interview From Crew Member Turned Crew Agent Jessica-Thomas Green.
This Insight into the world of Yachting- exclusive interview with a crew member turned Crew Agent.
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Melissa Ramm
Jan 123 min read
Bodies, Bikini's and Boats; My Account of Coming to Terms with Scars.
Hello Again! I've been writing this edition of Shaped by the Sea for a long time now, it's for everyone, body image is something that is...
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