Mastering the Art of Success with Debbi DiMaggio and Guest: Carsten Franik, Superyacht Captain & Transformation Mentor.

In this inspiring full-length conversation, host Debbi DiMaggio sits down with Carsten Franik, a seasoned superyacht captain with over 20 years of experience navigating the world’s oceans, managing elite crews, and serving high-profile clients.

Beyond his maritime career, Carsten has emerged as a transformation mentor, guiding high achievers who feel “successful but stuck” toward deeper purpose, resilience, and authentic fulfillment. From his early beginnings as a six-year-old sailor in Germany to commanding multimillion-dollar vessels across Monaco, Thailand, and Mallorca, Carsten shares how discipline, curiosity, and presence shaped his leadership style. He opens up about extreme challenges at sea—including near-disasters, long stretches away from land, and the mental and physical toll of relentless schedules—while also reflecting on the profound personal growth that came through facing adversity head-on.

This episode is more than just a story about yachting. It’s about leadership, mindset, and transformation—how to stay grounded in the face of uncertainty, lead with clarity and compassion, and redefine success as more than titles or achievements.

Topics We Cover

Carsten’s unconventional journey from sailor to superyacht captain

Lessons in leadership: delegating, team-building, and trust at sea

The balance between structure, discipline, and compassion in high-pressure environments

Near-sinking stories, resilience, and learning through crisis

Transforming adversity into opportunity: Carsten’s kite-surfing expeditions in Namibia

Why true success comes from alignment, presence, and inner freedom His transition into coaching and mentoring high performers

About the Guest — Carsten Franik Carsten embodies a rare combination: a captain of the seas and a seeker of inner truth. His coaching helps individuals rediscover purpose, unlock resilience, and embrace a life led by authenticity and awareness.

About the Host — Debbi DiMaggio Debbi DiMaggio is a top-producing real estate leader, coach, and host of Mastering the Art of Success. She shares real stories and strategies from world-class guests to help you design your next chapter with purpose, passion, and impact.

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