Domestic Household Staffing Blog
We share tips, resources, and industry best practices for domestic staff and private household employers.
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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
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.
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 Craft the Perfect Nanny Resume: Expert Insights from Your Nanny Resume
Unlock the secrets to crafting the perfect nanny resume and landing your dream nanny positions in Chicago. Get expert tips from Your Nanny Resume to kickstart your childcare career today.
How to Hire the Perfect Personal Assistant in Chicago
Discover expert tips for hiring the ideal Personal Assistant in Chicago! Find skilled professionals at My Household Managed for seamless household management and more family time.
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.
A Day in the Life of a Household Employee: Chicago Personal Assistant / Nanny
In this series we reach out to a Personal Assistant/Nanny that has made a career out of working in private households in Chicago.
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.
7 Must-Visit Festive Activities for Families in Chicago, Illinois
Elevate your holidays in Chicago with our guide to top family Christmas and Thanksgiving activities. Create magical memories while we handle your household needs.
A Day in the Life of a Household Employee: Career Nanny With 18 Years of Experience Working for One Family
In this series we reach out to a Career Nanny that has 27 years of experience working in private households in Chicago.
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.
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.
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
Discover how to address underperformance in your domestic staff, including nannies and housekeepers in Chicago. Learn key questions and strategies for improvement
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.
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.
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.
10 Steps You Need to Take If You Want the Best House Manager Roles in Chicago
Start your journey and excel as a high-caliber house manager for Chicago's high-net-worth families. All you need to know on the My Household Managed blog.