QUESTION 3 OF 30

In this role, you will be traveling for three months on, and two weeks off. How will you manage this with your personal life?

As a cruise ship member, your schedule could be a few weeks at sea, up to a few months at a time. Before V.Ships Leisure hires you, they need to be sure that you can handle the schedule without it affecting your personal or family life. Briefly touch on the ways that you have prepared your family and friends for the potential change. Let the interviewer know that you are ready to set sail!

"I have already prepared my family for the fact that I may be away for a few months at a time. They are very excited for me and think this will be an unforgettable experience. I am not new to travel so being away from home will not be an issue for me, regarding homesickness, for instance."

"I have already lined up care for my dog, and a temporary housemate to help me with the cost of rent, and home maintenance while I am away. This opportunity is a great one for me and those who matter the most, fully understand how important it is that I succeed and feel supported. Everyone is doing their part to make it work."

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Anonymous Answer

I have worked on a cruise ship before and was away for a few months, the transition for my family and friends as well as myself was easy, I am not a homebody, and I love to be out exploring and being independent. I moved out of my family home at 20 so my family is used to not having me around.

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It sounds like you're perfectly cut out for this type of job! The fact that you've handled this kind of schedule before proves that you're capable in this area. Is there anything you do in particular to manage your home life (like bills, pets, your house, and other responsibilities) when you're away for weeks at a time?

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