Domestic Household Staffing Blog
We share tips, resources, and industry best practices for domestic staff and private household employers.
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Why Discretion Is the Number One Skill for Staff Working with High-Profile Families
Learn why discretion is a must-have skill for private household staff. Discover how My Household Managed evaluates candidates and ensures confidentiality for high-profile families in Palm Beach and beyond
Your Guide to the Most In-Demand Jobs in Household Staffing
Explore the most in-demand luxury household staffing roles — from estate managers to yacht stewards — that high-net-worth families in Palm Beach and Chicago are hiring. Learn why these roles are essential for seamless, elevated living.
All You Need to Know about Hiring Multiple Staff for Your Luxury Home
Discover why hiring specialized household staff—like a nanny, housekeeper, and property manager—enhances the quality of service in your luxury home. Learn how to structure your team for optimal efficiency
What’s the Difference Between a Property Manager, Estate Manager and a House Manager?
Understand key differences between a house manager and a property manager, their roles and responsibilities, and their key benefits when managing a luxury home.
Preparing Your Palm Beach Estate for the Social Season: Household Manager Checklist
Is your Palm Beach estate ready for the social season? Use this household manager checklist to prepare to host parties with your friends and family!
What Does a Butler Do in a Luxury Home?
Discover the essential duties of a butler in luxury homes, from staff supervision to personalized service. Learn why high-net-worth families hire butlers
The Essential Guide to Household Staff Definitions and Acronyms
Unlock the meanings behind household staffing acronyms and industry jargon. Explore our comprehensive guide decoding job titles and roles in the domestic service industry.
7 Ways To Succeed In Your Household Employee Interview
Excel in your Chicago household employee interview with 7 expert tips. Whether you're a housekeeper or house manager, ace your interview and land your dream job.
How to Build Your Network in the High-End Service Industry
Discover the power of networking in Chicago's high-net-worth job market. Unlock opportunities for nannies, house managers, and estate managers in the city's most sought-after roles.
The Essential Guide on How to Work with High-Net-Worth Families
Discover essential insights for household employees looking to work with ultra-high-net-worth families in Chicago. Learn about building networks, adaptability, experience, and more. Become a top-notch household employee with our expert guidance.
How to Create a Household Manual for Your Luxury Home or Estate
Unlock the secrets of managing your luxury home or estate with our comprehensive guide on creating a bespoke household manual. Discover expert tips and step-by-step instructions to write your own household manual or maintenance schedule.
What to Expect When You Sign Up as a Candidate With a Domestic Staffing Agency and Why It Can Benefit You
Why you should consider working with a domestic staffing agency like My Household Managed to help you succeed in your Chicago private household job search and the benefits to you as a candidate.
What is an NDA and Do I Need to Sign One?
What is an NDA and when do you need to sign one if you’re working as domestic staff? Read everything you need to know about NDAs from the experts in household staffing for Chicago, My Household Managed.
What is an Estate Manager?
What is an Estate Manager and what do they do? Find out from the experts in household staffing in Chicagoland and Palm Beach, My Household Managed.
Working for a High Net-Worth Family: What’s It Really Like?
Working for a High Net-Worth Family: What’s It Really like and how can you find a position in a HNW household? Find out what working for a HNW family actually entails as well as the advantages and disadvantages.
Tips & Tricks of an Ultra-High-Net-Worth Estate Manager
Want tips about how to work in private service for an ultra-high-net-worth family? We got the inside story from an estate manager at the top of his game.