Domestic Household Staffing Blog
We share tips, resources, and industry best practices for domestic staff and private household employers.
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How Best to Prepare Yourself for a House Manager Role in Palm Beach
Discover how to prepare for a house manager role in Palm Beach. Learn what skills and experience high-profile families value, tips for your resume, and what to expect in this rewarding career.
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
Personal Assistant vs. House Manager: Who to Hire for a Luxury Lifestyle
Discover the differences between a personal assistant and a house manager, and find out which role can best support your lifestyle. Ideal for high-net-worth families in Palm Beach and Chicago.
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.
Essential Tips for Hiring Live-In Staff Like a Nanny or Housekeeper
Discover the benefits and essential tips for hiring live-in staff like nannies, housekeepers, and house managers. Learn how to enhance your luxury lifestyle with personalized service, security, and convenience. Expert advice for high-net-worth families in Chicago and Palm Beach
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 Power of Mindset: How to Be Successful in Private Household Staffing
Learn how maintaining a positive mindset in the private service industry can lead to long-term success. Discover valuable insights from experts private household staffing agency.
Top Tips to Working For a HNW Family: Working as a Travel-Ready House Manager or Nanny
Discover what it means to be a travel-ready nanny or house manager, essential tips for preparation, benefits, and challenges in the private household staffing industry
Can I Use Social Media If I Work as a Household Employee?
Discover dos and don'ts of social media for household staff. Learn why professionalism online matters when working in luxury homes.
How Trial Periods Can Help You and Your New Nanny, Housekeeper or House Manager
Learn about the best practices for trial periods in household employment. From fair pay to cultural fit, ensure a smooth transition for new nannies or house managers in Chicago.
How AI Can Help You If You’re Looking for a New Nanny or House Manager Job
Discover how to use AI tools like ChatGPT to help you write your nanny, housekeeper or house manager resume and be successful in landing your dream job in Chicago.
How Do I Know Which Candidate to Employ as My Nanny or House Manager?
Hire the best household staff with insights from My Household Managed. Uncover essential interview tips and learn what to ask (and not ask) for a harmonious fit
What is the Difference Between a Family Assistant and a House Manager?
Unlock the secrets of hiring for high-net-worth families in Chicago. Understand the difference between a House Manager and Family Assistant with our expert guide at My Household Managed.
How Good Communication Is the #1 Game-Changer for Success in the Private Service Industry
Unlock success in the private service sector with My Household Managed's top tips for effective communication between high net worth families and household professionals
Why You Should Use a Household Employment Agency to Hire a Nanny, House Manager or Housekeeper
Discover the advantages of using a household employment agency like My Household Managed for high-net-worth families seeking top-tier household staff in Chicago.
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.