Evaluating Vendor Performance: Before You Renew, Review
Kimberly Varney
Do you conduct a year-end review with your vendors and contractors? It’s one of the most effective ways to assess
Canva for Estate Managers: The Crash Course
Kimberly Varney
We’ve just updated our Canva Guide! This time, it’s more than a guide; it’s now a mini-course, complete with over
Setting Digital Standards: Technology and Internet Use Policies
Kimberly Varney
Estate operations rely on trusted people and trusted systems. Computers, phones, cameras, and smart-home platforms are essential tools for managing
Ask an Expert Podcast / Ken Aaron from Virtual Home Inventory
EMN
In our latest “Ask an Expert” session, we sat down with Ken Aaron of Virtual Home Inventory, a specialist in
Strategic Planning for Estate Managers
Kimberly Varney
Our strategic planning guide provides a clear framework for estate managers to define priorities, set goals, and structure long-term operational
Building Systems That Work Under Pressure
Kimberly Varney
When Estate Managers put structured systems in place, they gain the ability to lead with intention. Staff work with greater
Chain of Command as a Management Tool
Kimberly Varney
A private estate requires coordinated leadership to maintain continuity, uphold standards, and manage a diverse set of responsibilities. An internal
Standard Operating Procedures
Kimberly Varney
SOPs provide a common set of expectations for all stakeholders by establishing uniformity in task execution. With clear, step-by-step instructions,
Asset Management as an Essential System in Estate Operations
Kimberly Varney
When developing an asset management system, Estate Managers should consider whether their current program can grow with the estate, adapt
Summer Staffing: Hiring Temporary Support
Kimberly Varney
Prepare for summer staffing in the same way you plan for property readiness, vendor maintenance, or seasonal upgrades. Build the
EM Templates: Maintenance Planner
EMN
If you’ve ever received a call asking ‘Where are we on fixing the _____ “ you’ll understand the value of
Balancing Long-Term and Short-Term Planning in Estate Management
Kimberly Varney
Estate managers who successfully balance short-term and long-term planning create more stable estate operations. A well-structured plan ensures that immediate
Documenting Employee Disciplinary Actions
Kimberly Varney
Documenting disciplinary actions for domestic employees is necessary to comply with labor laws, ensure fairness and consistency, and provide a
Estate Manual Essential: The Organizational Chart
Kimberly Varney
Providing luxury service in a HNW residence demands highly-personalized attention to detail. One of the most effective tools for an
Using Canva for Design Materials
EMN
Most of our templates are based in Google Suite or Canva; a free, cloud-based, entry-level, graphic design tool one can
Employee Expense Policies
Kimberly Varney
A good employee expense policy and proper tools to facilitate expense reporting can lead to many positive outcomes, such as
Navigating the Process of Requesting Additional Staff
Kimberly Varney
Approaching the owner and/or their financial manager to discuss additional staffing needs requires a tactful and strategic approach. We’ve created
Transitioning To Estate Manager: Expanding From Small Households
Jason Shelby
Becoming an estate manager is an exciting transition for professionals who have honed their skills in managing smaller households. As…
5 Effective Strategies For Estate Managers To Optimize Operations
Jason Shelby
Estate management is a complex process that requires expertise, planning, and effective management skills to ensure optimal performance. Estate managers…
High Profile Privacy // An Intro to Nondisclosure Agreements
Kimberly Varney
An individual may require a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to protect their privacy and personal confidential information. By having an NDA