Written by 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 90 minutes of video tutorials. The course will walk you through how Estate Managers can use Canva to create polished, professional documents and make the most of the templates we publish at the Estate Management Network.
Written by Kimberly Varney
Estate operations rely on trusted people and trusted systems. Computers, phones, cameras, and smart-home platforms are essential tools for managing large properties. A Technology and Internet Use Policy establishes how those systems are used, protecting both the principal’s privacy and the staff’s professionalism.
Written by Kimberly Varney
When Estate Managers put structured systems in place, they gain the ability to lead with intention. Staff work with greater confidence, knowing expectations are clear and support is available when adjustments are needed.
Written by Peter Van Ryder
After 15 years of teaching The Essentials of Household & Estate Management, Estate Management Solutions has redesigned The Essentials Class to enhance its impact on you and your career path!
Written by Kimberly Varney
SOPs provide a common set of expectations for all stakeholders by establishing uniformity in task execution. With clear, step-by-step instructions, SOPs minimize variations in performance regardless of who is carrying out the task.
Written by Kimberly Varney
Providing luxury service in a HNW residence demands highly-personalized attention to detail. One of the most effective tools for an estate team to deliver on that expectation is an organizational chart
Written by Kimberly Varney
The Estate Management Network is please to welcome our latest Industry Partner: Nines, a household management platform designed for discerning estates and the private service professionals who support them.
Written by EMN
Most of our templates are based in Google Suite or Canva; a free, cloud-based, entry-level, graphic design tool one can use to create a variety of content from flyers to guides and manuals.
Written by Kimberly Varney
By identifying potential fire hazards and assessing the condition of fire prevention systems, you can plan procedures that will mitigate risks and ensure the safety of residents and staff should something happen.
Written by EMN
Creating repeated task sheets can help streamline and automate routine tasks, saving time and reducing the likelihood of errors or missed details.
Written by Kimberly Varney
HomeZada is a great tool for building a home inventory. It’s cloud-based, offers a desktop client and mobile app, and is highly intuitive, cutting the time it takes to get work done. While HomeZada is very easy to navigate, we’ve put together this easy set-up guide to get you to the home inventory tool as quickly as possible. PRO MEMBER CONTENT
Written by EMN
As of January 1, 2022 all domestic worker employers in Chicago will be required to provide a written contract to their workers. Below are comprehensive sample contracts for home cleaners, nannies / childcare workers, and caregivers created by Arise Chicago. PRO MEMBER CONTENT
