A Note from Robert:
We are sensitive to the special relationship that exists between household employees and their employer and the way they affect the everyday life of those for whom they work. Finding a qualified employee is only the beginning. Our process is extremely individualized, and the resulting candidate recommendation is based equally on skill and personality. It is in the best interest of the client that we have a conversation about their needs. Everyone has a completely different lifestyle. One principal may want to cook their own dinners, and some may want a cooked and served meal every night. It is important to get the detail right from the beginning
Private Chefs: Pros and Cons of Working for a Professional Athlete
You have seen them on tv shows and social media, and it is hard to not imagine taking your culinary skills and working as a personal chef to a professional athlete. You get to work for some of the most talked about and talented people in the world all while driving your passion for high […]
Addiction Guide for Household Professionals
The Robert Hanselman Domestic Agency has been approached by various domestic professionals on how to handle certain situations. When it comes to the abuse of medication, alcohol, etc. we have found every situation is different. Please take the time to read what we suggest and who we recommend contacting with regards to addiction problems and […]
Quarantine Resume Tips
For the team at The Robert Hanselman Domestic Staffing Agency, this has proven to be one of the most unusual times we have ever experienced, much like the rest of our society. As we prepare for a comeback, it is important to remember your greatest asset is you. As an advisor to domestic candidates and […]
A Thank You Note…How Important Is It?
You know the feeling, you have been there before, when you get the mail and something besides a bill or junk mail greets you. This little spark of mail joy is different in shape from the rest, maybe an interesting color, and is labeled with someone’s handwriting. Receiving a thank you note from someone after […]
Learning Luxury: Architecture, Design, and Real Estate
Learning Luxury: Architecture, Design, and Real Estate As staff working in incredible homes and amongst extremely cultured and well-traveled individuals, it is key to be able to speak their language and understand the experiences they are desiring. With a little bit of creativity, you can easily maintain familiarity with the same brands, travels, and trends […]
1099 or W2
Making the right decision when a Principal wants you to be a 1099 employee. Every year I receive phone calls from candidates (Butlers, House Managers, Estate Managers, etc.) who have been confronted by their potential new principal who state they want to have the staff on a 1099 employment. This is a situation where you […]