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Entrepreneur & Crew, Amanda Wojtas - ep19

26 February 2021 · 1h 0m · 93K views

What this video covers

Amanda Wojtas, a New York-based entrepreneur and floral company owner, joins Bobby White as crew aboard his monohull motor yacht.0:53 The pair discusses the transition from land-based business to cruising, noting the logistical challenges of managing remote work and vessel maintenance while traveling. Wojtas recounts her initial sailing experience in Belize, where she navigated local islands via catamaran and avoided seasickness despite rough conditions.2:01 The conversation highlights the necessity of problem-solving in boat life, specifically regarding dinghy repairs and the difficulty of communicating in Spanish while visiting Puerto Rico.5:15 White emphasizes the importance of setting concrete dates for cruising goals to overcome the inertia of traditional employment.39:21 The discussion touches on the high data requirements for remote work while at sea and the logistical hurdles of maintaining older, complex engine systems.10:30 The pair concludes that while cruising presents constant obstacles, a proactive approach to finding solutions remains the primary requirement for success.

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