S7 E3: Maja Novak - Flexibility, Team Dynamics & Life After Yachting

<p>From working on superyachts to building a flexible career across private residences and luxury hospitality, <strong>Maja Novak</strong> shares what it really takes to succeed in the private service industry.</p><p>After more than a decade in yachting, Maja made the transition to <strong>contract-based roles in private households, villas and chalets</strong>, designing a career that allows her to balance professional opportunities with personal life.</p><p>In this episode, Philippa and Maja discuss the realities of working in <strong>private service and UHNW environments</strong>, from the importance of emotional intelligence and professionalism within teams to the challenges of working far from home.</p><p>Maja also shares valuable insight into <strong>networking, personal branding, and building a reputation within the industry</strong>, as well as why visibility on platforms like LinkedIn can open unexpected doors.</p><p>In this episode, we cover:</p><p>💼 How Maja built a career across <strong>superyachts, private households and luxury hospitality</strong><br>🌍 The benefits of <strong>short-term contracts and seasonal work in private service</strong><br>🤝 Why <strong>team dynamics and emotional intelligence</strong> are essential in UHNW environments<br>📈 How <strong>networking and personal branding</strong> can create career opportunities<br>⚓ The realities of transitioning from <strong>yachting to land-based private roles</strong></p><p>A candid conversation about the <strong>realities of private staffing, career flexibility, and life behind the scenes of luxury service</strong>.</p><p><strong>Resources &amp; Links:</strong><br>🔗 Visit <a href="http://www.silverswanrecruitment.com" target="_new" rel="noopener">www.silverswanrecruitment.com</a><br>🎧 Follow <strong>Life in Private Staffing</strong> on <strong>Spotify</strong> or <strong>Apple Podcasts</strong><br>📱 Join our <strong>Silver Swan Communities</strong> – email <a href="" rel="noopener">enquiries@silverswanrecruitment.com</a><br>💬 Follow us on <strong>Instagram @silverswanrecruitment</strong>, <strong>@silverswanpodcast</strong>, and <strong>LinkedIn – Silver Swan Recruitment</strong></p><p><br></p>