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Summer Uniforms: Adapting to the Season

As the warmth of summer envelops the country, it is important for Estate Managers to consider the unique clothing needs of household staff during this season.

Performance Reviews // The Measure of Success

Exactly how does a household conduct effective Employee Performance Reviews? Just as no two homes are exactly alike, nor should evaluation processes be exact copies. There are nuances to every home and every family. Good Performance Reviews take this into account. That said, there are certain common denominators that can assist Employers or their Representatives establish fruitful review processes.

Why Staffing Challenges Appear in Well Run Estates

In many of the best run estates I work with, staffing challenges do not come from dysfunction or chaos. They come from growth.

The Agency Round Table // How Domestic Agencies Really Work

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.

Chain of Command as a Management Tool

A private estate requires coordinated leadership to maintain continuity, uphold standards, and manage a diverse set of responsibilities. An internal chain of command is the system that defines who gives direction, who receives it, and how accountability is maintained across the property.

The Agency Round Table

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.

Summer Staffing: Hiring Temporary Support

Prepare for summer staffing in the same way you plan for property readiness, vendor maintenance, or seasonal upgrades. Build the calendar, allocate the budget, confirm the resources, and have documentation ready before the season begins.

A Formula for Estate Staffing

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.

Estate Manual Essential: The Organizational Chart

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

Welcoming The Suite Staff to the Network

We’re happy to welcome The Suite Staff as an Estate Management Network Industry Partner. With an extensive tenure spanning over 18 years in the industry, The Suite Staff employs a meticulous approach to sourcing and vetting candidates, leveraging an expansive network and fostering referrals from both candidates and clients.

Meet Marc Sorensen Leandro of Sorensen Staffing

Sorensen Staffing is best summed up by the guiding principle, “Let’s Make This Easy.” I saw an opportunity to alleviate the burdens associated with finding the right domestic professional by infusing the process with simplicity, clarity, and most of all, ease.

Enhancing Estate Operations Through Year-End Reviews

Annual performance reviews serve as a strategic tool, offering a recap of the past year’s accomplishments, challenges, and opportunities for growth.

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