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Healthy and Fun Ways to Incorporate Pumpkin into Family Meals

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Pumpkin is the quintessential vegetable of fall, and many of us forget about how delicious it is around this time of year. However, pumpkins aren’t just festive, and they actually make incredibly healthy and dynamic additions to family meals. The nutrients in pumpkins have shown to help improve vision,

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A Competitive Job Market Means Competitive Candidate Criteria

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Written By Ira Weissman

As the Leader in the Field of Personal Service it is our aim to help everyone who comes to us seeking employment.  Unfortunately, the market is such that we cannot always be successful. 

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Interview Tips 2.0 – Nanny Interview Questions

Asking the Right Interview Questions

Written by Jeffrey Gratton

When facing any interview, perhaps especially as a nanny, the way we feel when we answer nanny interview questions is more important than the answer itself.

Do we sometimes have bad days or pessimistic thoughts?

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Who is Your Preferred Candidate?

every home has their ideal candidate, but finding that person in reality is definitely challenging. Anyone can argue the pros and cons between candidates with the educational background and the candidates with lifetime of experience

Written by Rosalie Aguilar

Jane Doe is a highly educated candidate with a Master’s Degree and certifications. She is knowledgeable and trained in caring for any type of household and is looking for one of her first positions in a residence.

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What Makes the Manny Different?

Manny Responsibilities

Written by Norma Oropeza

When beginning the process of hiring a Nanny, most families almost automatically and exclusively interview female candidates.  Female Nannies make up the majority of the candidate pool, however, they are also generally perceived as more nurturing and kind-hearted.  

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Estate Caretaker Responsibilities

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Written by Jack Greenhouse

Within the realm of formal Estates, names and titles often blur the lines of duties and responsibilities. True Estate Caretakers (sometimes referred to as Property Managers or simply Caretakers) are a prime example.

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Reduce Nanny & Family Tension

Nanny Parent Relationship

Written by Tina Gelashvilli

How does one deal with conflict situations?  More specifically, how does a nanny deal with conflict situations with her employer?  Does she apologize and step back to defuse the situation, or does she defend herself and engage emotionally?  

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A Lifetime of Experience – Rosalie Aguilar

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“I have the best private staff ever!”

Ever wonder why your domestic staff are masters of their craft? We are not just talking about how dedicated and hardworking they are. We sometimes ask, where did they learn their extensive skills?

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Tips to Nailing that Interview

Interview Tips and Tricks 2- Pavillion Agency

Written by Meriem Alahiane

So, you’re going on a job interview… are you ready?  Are you getting a little nervous?  Do you know what to expect?  Preparing properly will help ease the nerves and help to create a smooth and successful interview. 

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Hiring a Private Chauffeur vs. Ride Sharing

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Written by Asma Alahiane and Alisha Perrigoue

Demand service technologies such as ride-sharing applications have been well-received but, not without some ambivalence. Safety is at the heart of the debate and criticism is not reserved for just one company.

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