Domestic Household Staffing Blog

We share tips, resources, and industry best practices for domestic staff and private household employers.

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Domestic Staff, All, Chicago Alison Ganko Domestic Staff, All, Chicago Alison Ganko

A Day in the Life of a Household Employee: Nanny/House Manager With 13 Years of Experience in Chicago

In this series we reach out to a Chicago Nanny/House Manager from Chicago that has made a career of working in private households.

The goal of the “Day in the Life of a Household Employee” blog series is to give anonymous candidates a chance to share their experience in order to provide awareness & education for anyone curious about beginning or expanding their career in the field of private domestic service.

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Ensuring Peace of Mind: Why Background Checks are Essential When Hiring Domestic Staff

Discover the importance of background checks when hiring domestic staff in Chicago. Our expert insights reveal why thorough screening ensures peace of mind. Learn more with My Household Managed.

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Private Service Industry, Household Employers, All Danielle Blackburn Private Service Industry, Household Employers, All Danielle Blackburn

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.

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Domestic Staff, Career Development, All Danielle Blackburn Domestic Staff, Career Development, All Danielle Blackburn

How to Talk About Yourself in an Interview for a Role as a House Manager, Nanny or Other Household Employee

You’ve been given an interview for your dream household employee role, but how do you talk about yourself in an interview to make sure you have the best possible chance of being hired? Whether you’re in a nanny, house manager or other household employee interview, MHM tells candidates how you should answer one of the most important questions in a domestic staffing interview.

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What Skills, Qualities and Experience Are Families Looking For in a House Manager?

If you’re wondering “what can I do to get a job as a house manager?” or “how can I prepare my resume and cover letter to interview for a household manager role?” read MHM’s expert advice on what skills, qualities and experience will serve you best as you search for your next role as a house manager.

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