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Never mind a nanny, the latest must-have for wealthy mothers is their own ‘Home Secretary’ who will book your private jet, sort your social diary AND help with housework – Daily Mail.co.uk

Domestic Industry News, The World of WealthBy imdgonz2016 August 7, 2018

This post is a nice update on family service positions. The modern day Family Assistant is becoming popular again and including elements of traditional PA’s, Social Secretaries, and helping with children. Maddie Gray’s working day begins at 9am, when there are bills to be paid, invoices to issue and dozens of snags and queries to…

A day in the life of a Miller House servant – heraldmailmedia.com

Domestic Industry News, The World of WealthBy imdgonz2016 July 30, 2018

Here’s a nice article with some historical perspective on Household Staff. Enjoy. …In our modern American society, the idea of openly treating someone differently based upon class level seems extremely rude. For household staff a century ago, however, different treatment would be seen as quite normal, and in fact, many households were judged based on…

The ‘Downton Abbey’ Movie Is Finally Happening, So Grab Your Bowler Hat – bustle.com

Domestic Industry News, The World of WealthBy imdgonz2016 July 13, 2018

Downton Abbey fans are you ready for a feature film? Well here it comes… Hold onto your bowler hats. On Friday, Focus Features announced that the long-rumored Downton Abbey movie is officially happening, according to Deadline. Production is due to begin this summer, and the original cast is all set to reprise their roles, so…

How does the Queen get paid? – Harparsbazaar.com

Domestic Industry News, The World of WealthBy imdgonz2016 July 2, 2018

Here’s a breakdown of the royal family funding. Lots of staff on payroll! The royal household has published its annual financial statement, including a summary of the Queen‘s expenditure for the year 2017/18. The report shows the money used by the monarch to pay for official duties and maintenance of the palaces rose from £42.8…

A career after yachting – SuperyachtNews

Domestic Industry News, The World of WealthBy imdgonz2016 June 4, 2018

Yachting is one of the few careers that translates well into land based home management. Some clients even ask for the “yacht experience” in their homes as a request when setting up private services. Do you ask yourself: ‘What will I do after my yachting days are over?’ This is a dilemma that many yachties…

Netanyahu puts wrong foot forward by serving Japan’s Abe dessert in a shoe – Washington Post

Domestic Industry NewsBy imdgonz2016 May 8, 2018

Oh boy, is this the worst cultural research ever missed by a chef preparing for guests? I wonder who approved the menu and decor for the evening… JERUSALEM — There aren’t that many cultures where putting a shoe on the dining room table is acceptable behavior, but for the Japanese there is clear etiquette against allowing outdoor…

‘I was Pavarotti’s personal butler’ – BBC.com

Domestic Industry News, The World of WealthBy imdgonz2016 April 3, 2018

Simeon Rosset reflects on his 20-year career as a butler to the rich and famous. This is a nice piece with great visuals. Enjoy. A modern-day equivalent of Downton Abbey’s Mr Carson, Simeon has worked for nearly 20 years as a butler serving a galaxy of stars, royalty and the odd billionaire. The 37-year-old, from…

No dogs allowed for Royal Household staff! -Royal Central

Domestic Industry News, The World of WealthBy imdgonz2016 March 6, 2018

I’ve spoken about this recently – your pets should not be your employer’s problem. Some employers are very accommodating, as the Queen’s household has been historically, but ultimately it is a tangle in your service relationship. The head of The Queen’s household, The Lord Chamberlain, has put an end to staff bringing their four-legged companions…

Transitioning ashore – SuperyachtNews

Domestic Industry News, Job Hunt / Career Advice, Job Search Article, The World of WealthBy imdgonz2016 February 23, 2018

I like this quick article about transitioning from yacht service to household based positions. This is one of the few careers that translates well for private service professionals entering home or estate employment for the first time. A common conversation among crew is ‘life after yachting’. Many see working on a superyacht as a short-term…

Cap Hill mansion that hosted ‘the Harvard of butler schools’ hits market for $3.5M – BusinessDen

Domestic Industry News, Job Hunt / Career AdviceBy imdgonz2016 February 7, 2018

The Starkey School home is on the market as the school changes it’s focus to a more modern approach in service training… After 36 years of running Starkey International Institute at 1350 N. Logan St. to train household help, Starkey is ready to downsize and shift into a different phase of life. “The industry…