Hiring a Nanny, Housekeeper, or Household Manager brings a remarkable kind of support into your home – the kind that can change the rhythm of your household, your schedule, and even your sanity. But once you’ve welcomed a professional into the most personal space in your life, a common question arises:
How do you treat domestic staff like part of the family… without actually making them family?
When you have domestic staff like a nanny, housekeeper, house manager, or personal chef, having a system for managing expenses is vital. And no, handing over a stack of cash with a “good luck!” doesn’t count as a system.
True professionals, including nannies, housekeepers, private chefs, and personal assistants, want to hone their craft with ongoing training and education. Here is how you can support them.