We post this to note that employees are becoming more informed about wages and employment law because of media and professional education. Help your employers raise standards of compliance by educating yourself on the state and federal laws for private employment. Robert Mercer, co-chief executive officer of Renaissance Technologies LLC, was sued by household staff…
Another take on the table manners conundrum. Who is correct, and to whom does it matter? All very good questions in private service! You have nice table manners. For an American. A European businessman once paid me that backhanded compliment at a dinner in London. If only I’d had the presence of mind to chomp…
Here’s a MUST READ article over at Lifehacker concerning online profiles. It is rich with information and related links / resources. If you don’t know this information, it IS hurting your online identity. Dear Lifehacker, I’ve been applying for a lot of jobs recently, and I’m wondering what kind of research an employer might do…
This is one of the best ways to find qualified staff: “steal” them! (LONDON) — The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge placed an ad for household help in January but, in the end, they didn’t have to look far to find the right royal servant to help with their growing family. A 13-year veteran of…
Here’s a good take on the domestic industry from across the pond. Enjoy. The servant is back – and not just on the set of period television dramas such as Downton Abbey. A new study has uncovered the startling fact that there are more servants now working in Londons Mayfair than there were 200 years…
Here’s an interesting discussion. Do certain terms describing areas of the home need new names? The “master suite” is being phased out — not from our homes, but from our lexicon. I surveyed 10 major Washington-area homebuilders and found that six no longer use the term “master” in their floor plans to describe the largest…
Check out this quick reference chart for a starting point or last minute general guide to wine pairings. Enjoy. Pairing wine with food doesn’t have to be a fussy process. Some wines definitely complement the flavor of certain types of foods, but in general picking a great wine to go with a great meal is as simple…
Here is a great set of factoids from the British traditions. Enjoy. This article is a composition of our five favourite lesser-known traditions in the British Monarchy. Some of you may have heard of some of these, others will be a surprise and shock. We hope you enjoy our compilation. If you know of any…
Pay your household employees on the books? Yes, it’s the right thing to do for you — and for them. As tax season gets underway, it’s a good time to learn the laws regarding your nanny, housekeeper or gardener. “We estimate somewhere between 70% to 80% of families don’t pay legally,” Tom Breedlove, director of…