covers, styles, supports, .... all very good. but this thread is really about motivating the marina to get to your boat and take care of it to your liking. i have had issues at times over the years with bad managers. i have many good managers. i get great service. lots of sweet 'give me's' too.
it is expensive! but i need, require the extra TLC. GREASE BABY!!!!
"everything can be done with proper lubrication"
crew coffee break is 10:00 at my yard. 3 or 4 times a season i'll put 3 dozen donuts in the break room. after aeolus gets yanked for the season i deliver a case of beer to my mechanics, the hoist operator, the guy that power washes the boat at haulout, the riggers. i grease the workers. the bosses know i grease the crew. they have no problem with that ever. i get the extra TLC every time. they always get to my boat when i need it. the crew always finds time to fit me in. through out the year i give then many compliments on how well the boat runs. i tell them i'm thrilled to have the boat where the workers are skilled and keep aeolus running so well.
positive reinforcement works well in all fassets of life. the boys keep an eye on aeolus all year long for me. i get the best treatment they can offer. i have the crews phone numbers, they all have mine.
yes i work the office crew. when i arrange how and when i need something done with the workers. i then go to the office and arrange a work order for the job and personnel i want and tell them i have already explained the work to the crew. mechanics, riggers, electricians, hoist operator, ..... donuts, beer, lots and lots of compliments. take great care of the workers and they will take care of your boat.
in the overall picture i save huge money by showing some respect