Writing a Request for Proposal
Kimberly Varney
Whether you’re building a custom home, commissioning a portrait, or planning an event, the RFP (Request For Proposal) should be
The Exit Interview
Kimberly Varney
The best method for letting a staff member go is to conduct an exit interview as part of off-boarding. We’ve
2023 Board of Directors // Lisa Desboines-Murray
EMN
We are pleased to announce that Lisa Desboines-Murray has joined our Board of Directors. Lisa will serve as an industry
Starting an Estate Management Business
EMN
We received a lot of follow-up to the recent EMC23 talk ‘Estate Management as a Business’. Many of your questions
Presenting Candidates to Your Principal
Kimberly Varney
After a successful round of interviews, have you wondered how to present candidates to your principal without overwhelming them with
Event Planning Workbooks
Kimberly Varney
Events require detailed tracking and organization. You need to be able to track your budget, Vendors contacts, guest lists, seating
Managing a Luxury Car Collection
Kimberly Varney
While it may sound Bond-esque to some to have a luxury car collection strewn across the world ready for use
Cover Your Assets // Understanding Service Contracts
Kimberly Varney
I love contracts. I like knowing what I’m obligated to and what the vendor is obligated to, in very clear
Outsourcing Grounds Services
Kimberly Varney
Most estate properties employ a small crew in-house to do the everyday maintenance and care for the grounds. When it
Cross-Training Household Staff
Kimberly Varney
Cross-training among staff members is a great way to get everyone on the same page and to build consistency with
Household Safety Training
EMN
Being knowledgeable of safety standards and best practices can mean the difference between a smoothly running household and accidents or
Tech Resources For Estate Managers
EMN
ABOUT THIS TALK
What do you need in your toolbox to be a successful Estate Manager? Find out what resources
EMN Guide // HomeZada for Home Inventory
Kimberly Varney
HomeZada is a great tool for building a home inventory. It’s cloud-based, offers a desktop client and mobile app, and
Employment Contract Templates
EMN
As of January 1, 2022 all domestic worker employers in Chicago will be required to provide a written contract to
Slack for Your Estate Team
Kimberly Varney
Of all of the things that need to be streamlined and organized, communication should be at the top of any
EMN Guide // Encircle Home Inventory
Kimberly Varney
Encircle offers a variety of inventory products for all kinds of professionals from insurance adjusters to remediation specialists. Encircle is