Arguably, the most essential part of stressful work in uncertain conditions is ensuring that people feel valued, heard, and that their well-being is a priority for the expedition. Ernest Shackleton was affectionately nicknamed “The Boss” by his crew, because they knew he would suffer any privation for their safety and for the success of their group effort. And he did just that when he rescued the crew of the Endurance in 1916 from South Georgia Island.
