Domestic Household Staffing Blog

We share tips, resources, and industry best practices for domestic staff and private household employers.

Executive Personal Assistants in 2025: Compensation, Responsibilities and Hiring Guide

In 2025, executive personal assistants are earning up to $250,000 for supporting ultra-high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Learn what skills, experience, and compensation trends define success in these high-level, hands-on roles and why hiring the right EPA is a strategic investment for principals seeking seamless personal and professional support.

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UHNW Staffing: The Rise of Hybrid Household Roles - Where To Draw the Line?

As high-net-worth families seek multi-skilled private service professionals, hybrid roles are becoming more common in luxury household staffing. Structuring hybrid roles effectively is essential to attracting and retaining top-tier staff. In this guide, we explore the evolution of household staffing, the importance of specialization, and how families can create realistic, sustainable job roles. Discover best practices for hiring and why working with My Household Managed ensures a perfect staffing fit.

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How to Become a Household Manager: A Step-by-Step Guide

Household management is a prestigious and rewarding career for professionals who excel in organization, leadership, and luxury service. High-net-worth families rely on skilled household managers to ensure their homes run efficiently, from overseeing staff to managing vendors, coordinating events, and handling daily operations with discretion and precision.

If you are considering a career as a household manager, knowing where to start can be overwhelming. Do you need prior private service experience? What skills are required? How do you find the right job opportunities?

In this guide, we break down everything you need to know—from gaining experience in private service to developing the essential skills and networking with the right people. Whether you are transitioning from a hospitality role or looking to advance in private service, this step-by-step roadmap will help you land a top-tier household management position.

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