Performance Reviews // The Measure of Success
Gwen Yngayo
Exactly how does a household conduct effective Employee Performance Reviews? Just as no two homes are exactly alike, nor should
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
The Agency Round Table
EMN
Join us on August 19 for the Estate Management Network’s Agency Round Table, a virtual panel bringing together leading domestic
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
A Formula for Estate Staffing
Kimberly Varney
Every estate has unique staffing needs. A practical formula helps estate managers evaluate property size, service expectations, and household operations
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
Summer Uniforms: Adapting to the Season
Kimberly Varney
As the warmth of summer envelops the country, it is important for Estate Managers to consider the unique clothing needs
Welcoming The Suite Staff to the Network
EMN
We’re happy to welcome The Suite Staff as an Estate Management Network Industry Partner. With an extensive tenure spanning over
Meet Marc Sorensen Leandro of Sorensen Staffing
MARC SORENSEN LEANDRO
Sorensen Staffing is best summed up by the guiding principle, “Let’s Make This Easy.” I saw an opportunity to alleviate
The Ultimate Agency List
EMN
It’s time for us to update our ‘Ultimate Agency List’ for 2024. Who should we add? Any we should reconsider?
Enhancing Estate Operations Through Year-End Reviews
Kimberly Varney
Annual performance reviews serve as a strategic tool, offering a recap of the past year’s accomplishments, challenges, and opportunities for
Giving Thanks to Household Staff
Kimberly Varney
The act of holiday gift-giving to household staff is not merely a customary gesture but a nuanced practice requiring careful
Pennyworth Projects
EMN
Pennyworth Projects is a unique agency that specializes in professional and household support roles, including Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants, Family
Beyond Job Skills and Experience: Interview for Soft Skills
Kimberly Varney
Estate Managers are tasked with a unique responsibility not only to oversee the daily operations of an estate, but to
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
Primary Roles in Estate Management
Kimberly Varney
There are 4 primary estate management roles: Property Manager, House Manager, Estate Manager and Director of Properties. We identified the
How To Manage The Estate Ecosystem
Jason Shelby
Each estate is an ecosystem unto itself – with its own unique processes, rhythms, and culture. And, like any estate
The Great Debate: Hybrid Roles
EMN
Our panel discusses the pros and cons of hybrid roles, which roles can / shouldn’t be combined and if the
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
Hiring The Perfect Candidate
Peter Van Ryder
As a private service placement agency, it is our job to source the proverbial “perfect candidate.” The question here is