Improve Crew Selection and Performance
Optimise Crew Performance Through Proven Psychology
Using validated psychometric methods alongside applied behavioural analysis, we build a precise understanding of each crew member’s profile and the dynamics between them.
This evidence-based approach enables targeted adjustments that improve cohesion, resilience, and overall performance.
Why this matters
Long passages and competitive racing expose every weakness in a crew — from communication breakdowns to poor decision-making under pressure. Without a clear understanding of personalities and behavioural tendencies, even experienced crews can struggle to perform consistently.
Psychological insight brings structure and clarity. By understanding how individuals respond to stress, authority, and teamwork, you can anticipate friction, strengthen coordination, and build a crew that performs reliably in demanding conditions.
The result is a crew that is aligned, resilient, and built for performance at sea.
Insight
Clear understanding of individual behaviour, strengths, and stress responses.
Alignment
Crew members work together with clarity, trust, and efficiency.
Judgement
Stronger execution, better decisions, and consistent results at sea.
What’s included?
Every engagement is tailored to the specific demands of your crew and voyage. Whether you're preparing for a competitive race, a long-distance passage, or optimising an existing team, the process combines rigorous psychometric analysis with real-world observation — delivered by someone who has lived and worked at sea.
Psychometric Profiling
Each crew member completes a validated psychometric assessment, building a detailed picture of personality traits, behavioural tendencies, and decision-making style. This creates the foundation for everything that follows.
Personality Matching & Crew Composition
Using techniques developed from Dr Walker's university research into boardroom dynamics, we map where personalities align and where they clash — then advise on how to compose or adjust a crew for maximum cohesion and output.
One-to-One Crew Interviews
In-depth, confidential interviews with each crew member open up honest conversation about working relationships, pressure points, and personal adjustments that can improve how the team functions together.
At-Sea Observation & Coaching
Alan joins the crew at sea, observing real-time dynamics under genuine sailing conditions. This is where theory meets practice — identifying issues that only surface when the pressure is on.
Stress Management & Channelling Techniques
Crew are taught practical methods to recognise unhelpful stress responses and convert that energy into focus and performance — critical for high-pressure moments during racing or passage-making.
Team Coordination Strategy
A clear, actionable plan is delivered to the skipper or owner, outlining specific adjustments to roles, communication, and workflow that will improve harmony, efficiency, and results.
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Trusted feedback from organisations and leaders supported by Walker Global.
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