Private Household
Staffing Intelligence.
Role guides, compensation benchmarks, hiring strategy, and operational insight for families, principals, and private service professionals.
Understanding the Difference Between a Private and Personal Chef
Explore the difference between hiring a personal or private chef for Chicago's families and professionals. From diverse tastes to exclusive dining, find your perfect culinary fit with My Household Managed
A Comprehensive Guide: What Should I Include in Nanny or House Manager Contracts
Discover the essentials of effective nanny and house manager contracts with My Household Managed, your trusted Chicago household recruitment agency. Legal compliance and personalized agreements for high net worth families
Why You Should Use a Household Employment Agency to Hire a Nanny, House Manager or Housekeeper
A household staffing agency screens, vets, and introduces qualified candidates for permanent domestic roles. Here is what the process covers and when it makes sense to work with one.
What Should You Include in a Job Description for a Nanny Position?
Crafting the perfect nanny job description is crucial. Learn what to include in a nanny position's job description for a seamless hiring process. Find guidance and assistance in your nanny search with My Household Managed 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.
What is a Housekeeper and Should I Hire One?
Discover the essence of a housekeeper's role in managing luxury homes in Chicago. Learn effective strategies for leveraging their expertise and how hiring a housekeeper can help you.
How to Hire the Perfect Personal Assistant in Chicago
A personal assistant manages calendars, logistics, and household coordination. A family assistant does the same with a childcare component. Here is how to hire for either role in Chicago.
Should I Give My Household Staff a Gift for the Holidays?
Discover thoughtful ways to appreciate household staff during the holidays. Find ideal gift ideas and more at My Household Managed's expert advice blog.
How to Make Sure You're Hiring the Right Nanny or House Manager
Discover the key steps to hiring household employees for high-net-worth families in Chicago. Get expert advice on finding the right domestic staff for your home.
3 Questions You Need to Ask If Your Domestic Staff Are Under-Performing
When a household employee is not meeting expectations, the conversation matters. Here is how to assess the situation, what questions to ask, and how to move forward.
Ensuring Peace of Mind: Why Background Checks are Essential When Hiring Domestic Staff
A thorough background check for a household employee goes beyond criminal history. Here is what a proper check includes and why it is a non-negotiable step in private household hiring.
Why High Net Worth Families in Chicago Should Choose a Nanny Placement Agency
How My Household Managed has been helping Chicago's high-net-worth families discover convenience, efficiency and confidence through our expert nanny placement services.
Ensuring a Smooth Back-to-School Transition With Help From Your Nanny
Discover the benefits of hiring a live-in nanny in Chicago for seamless support and growth in high-net-worth families. Expert care for academic success and holistic development.
What is a Majordomo and Should I Hire One as a High-Net-Worth Individual?
The majordomo sits above household staff and below the principal. Here is how the role functions in a modern private home and whether you need one.
7 Must-Ask Interview Questions When Hiring a Nanny
Discover the 7 must-ask nanny interview questions! Our Chicago household employment agency shares expert insights in this guide to help you find the perfect caregiver for your family's needs.
3 Things to Consider When Looking for a House Manager in Chicago
If you’re looking to hire the best candidate for your house manager role in Chicago, My Household Managed help you understand 3 things you need to consider when starting your search for your household employee.
3 Ways to Attract Qualified and Experienced Domestic Staff
Do you want to know how to attract the most qualified and experienced domestic staff? My Household Managed share expert advice on how to ensure you’re recruiting the best staff for your needs and lifestyle, whether you’re hiring a nanny, housekeeper, house manager or other household employee.
How Much Should I Pay My Household Employee to Remain Competitive After the Great Resignation?
Find out how the ‘Great Resignation of 2022’ affected domestic employment and what that means for the household labor market in 2023. From My Household Managed, the experts in household recruitment in Chicago.
What Are the Benefits of Using an Agency to Help Me Hire Domestic Staff?
If you’re a family or high-net worth individual looking to hire employees for your private household, you may be wondering what the advantages of using an expert agency like My Household Managed are. To help you make an informed decision about working with an agency, we’ve listed how it can benefit you when looking to hire a nanny, housekeeper, house manager or other domestic employee.
5 Unique Interview Questions You Should Ask When Hiring for a Role in a Private Household
What if there was a way to get an impressive but honest answer during an interview? At My Household Managed, we have compiled a list of 5 unique questions to ask domestic staff so that you can get to the heart of what truly matters to the candidates in your job search, without the fluff or rehearsed answers.

