From Deck Cadet to Master
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From Deck Cadet to Master isn’t just a maritime guide— it’s a real-world playbook for aspiring officers who want to rise through the ranks with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Capt. Andrew Mendoza, who began his journey with no maritime background and only a dream sparked by a pocketbook and a newspaper ad, shares hard-earned lessons from the engine rooms to the bridge wing. Through grit, sacrifice, and determination, he climbed each rank until reaching command.
This book reveals the untold realities of shipboard life:
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The challenges faced and lessons learned the hard way
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The mindset required to lead not just technically, but morally and mentally
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Practical guidance rooted in lived experience—not theory
Whether you’re a wide-eyed cadet or a junior officer aiming higher, this book is your compass for navigating the maritime profession. Leadership begins with preparation, growth with willingness—your journey to mastery starts here.
Shipping
Shipping
For any rush orders, we can ship via courier at the buyer's cost. Please email us at hello@bookshelf for special arrangements.
Metro Manila
- We process orders within 1 day of receipt, and ship from Makati, Metro Manila via Gogo Express. Orders are usually received within three days.
- The delivery fee for all orders within Metro Manila is P80.
Outside Metro Manila
- We process orders within 1 day of receipt, and ship from Makati, Metro Manila via Gogo Express. Orders are usually received within five to seven days.
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The delivery fee are as follows:
Luzon (Outside Metro Manila): P140
Visayas: P160
Mindanao: P180
International
- We process orders within 1 day of receipt, and ship from Makati, Manila via UPS, LBC, or DHL. Orders are usually received within five to seven days.
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The delivery fee are as follows:
Singapore and Hong Kong: P1,500
USA and Canada: P2,400 - For all other locations, please send us an email at hello@bookshelf.com with the book title and shipping destination so we can give you the shipping rates.
Returns and exchanges
Returns and exchanges
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