A new business model offers House Manager jobs to candidates with no prior experience in household management. The questions our industry should be asking is what level of experience, judgment, and demonstrated competence should stand behind the title “House Manager,” and what are we going to do about it?
In the private service industry, the majority of estate management jobs are routed through domestic staffing agencies. For estate management candidates seeking new positions or planning a transition, understanding how these agencies operate is essential. Our Agency Round Table pulled back the curtain on how private staffing really works. This is a must-watch for anyone engaging in their own job search or placing staff for their principal.
Education remains one of the most valuable professional tools available to Estate Managers. Whether entering the field for the first time or taking on increased responsibility across complex households, an Estate Manager benefits from formal training, skill-specific instruction, and strategic development.
The 2025 Estate Management Conference was an exceptional gathering, and I want to extend my sincere thanks to everyone who took part. The event reflected the strength of our professional community and the generosity of those willing to share knowledge, insight, and time.
The Estate Management Conference is finally here! This year’s theme is resilience. Our sessions will look at the ways Estate Managers can plan for challenges, respond to emergencies, and build structures that support recovery. I look forward to welcoming you later this week. Thank you for making the commitment to attend and for adding your voice to this community.
Join us on August 19 for the Estate Management Network’s Agency Round Table, a virtual panel bringing together leading domestic staffing agency owners for an open conversation on communication, job titles, confidentiality, and more. Hear directly from the people placing roles in today’s households, ask questions, and gain insight into the factors shaping successful staffing outcomes.
Combating crisis fatigue requires a critical management strategy that prioritizes both efficiency and sustainability. The goal is not just to manage immediate challenges but to create a structured approach that balances urgent demands with recovery periods, strategic delegation, and proactive planning.
For a salaried Estate Management position, there’s a lot to take into consideration when judging the value of the role and whether or not it fits your wants and needs. PRO MEMBER CONTENT
I get asked to review resumes daily, and I have to say – it’s something I absolutely love doing! There’s nothing quite like helping candidates find the perfect words to…
Every estate has unique staffing needs. A practical formula helps estate managers evaluate property size, service expectations, and household operations to build a team that keeps everything running smoothly.
We are excited to announce Stage 2 of the Private Service Resiliency Initiative: the Career Rebuilding Phase. As the first step, we have established a free job board for Los Angeles-area private service jobs.
Handling mutually agreeable resolutions and amicable separations demonstrates an impressive level of professionalism and thoughtfulness; setting clear standards for how to gracefully manage transitions while prioritizing the integrity and success of the estate, the people involved, and your career.