Domestic Household Staffing Blog
We share tips, resources, and industry best practices for domestic staff and private household employers.
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How to Navigate a Guaranteed Hours Policy for a Nanny, Personal Assistant, House Manager or Other Household Staff
Learn about the power of guaranteed hours in your search for a high-quality household employee. What are they, how to pay them, and why.
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.
What Makes an Ideal Domestic Staffing or Nanny Placement Agency?
How should you know which domestic staffing agency to commit to and what are some red flags to look out for?
How Long Will It Take Me to Find a Nanny?
You can find a nanny the very same day you start looking or it can take months. It depends on how competitive the position is (hours, pay, benefits), whatβs going on in the market (we are in the middle of a nanny shortage), and the methods you use to search.
Employee Shortage: Why is It Harder Now to Find a Nanny or Household Employee?
Household Employee Shortage: Finding a Nanny Post-Pandemic
How To Handle Difficult Employer/Employee Discussions
How to talk to your employer about your work agreement, negotiate a contract, handle performance reviews, or ask about a raise.
Do These 11 Things to Hire a High Quality Nanny That Wants to Stay With Your Family Long-Term
Make sure that you hire the best nanny for your family and that your nanny stays with your family for the long-term.