Domestic Household Staffing Blog
We share tips, resources, and industry best practices for domestic staff and private household employers.
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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.
Top Tips for Starting a New Job as a Nanny
Discover essential tips for success in your new nanny role from industry experts, My Household Managed.
How to Ensure You're Compliant When it Comes to Taxes and Hiring a Nanny
Understand tax implications and navigate the tax essentials of hiring a nanny in Chicago from experts in the household staffing. A comprehensive guide for household employers on taxes and hiring W-2 employees.
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.
Your Questions Answered: Is Hiring a Nanny Tax-Deductible in Chicago?
Explore tax advantages for high-net-worth families hiring nannies in Chicago. Learn about deductions, credits, and compliance for household employment.
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
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.