Captain Phillips: Leadership is More Than Checking Boxes
Richard Phillips, the real Captain Phillips, joins the Livian Podcast to discuss his experiences and challenges. He talks about the lax security on the ship and how important it is to prioritize training over checking boxes. He shares that the drill was much worse than reality and reflects on how he focused on problem-solving during the ordeal. He shares how he expected to be held hostage for 90-120 days based on previous incidents but acknowledges that there was no guarantee of a positive outcome. Phillips highlights the importance of teamwork and praises his crew for their instrumental role in ensuring everyone's safety.