Setting the Expectations - Nannies Here at the office we are taking time to work through a leadership book and learning about setting expectations. The book is based on what the author has learned about the leadership and management. It is very thought-provoking and personally is challenging me to examine where I could be doing a better job. One of the key...
Read MoreTop 5 Tips for New Nannies Would you like to learn more about our top 5 tips for new nannies? Whether you are fresh out of college and anxiously anticipating your first nanny job or if you have been approached by a family to nanny their children – here are the top 5 tips FAMILIES would like for you to know moving...
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Happy Nanny – Happy Family You met a great nanny, you hired her, you love her and you want to make sure you don’t lose her. OR you met a great nanny, you hired her but you have gotten comfortable and suddenly you start to feel nervous that she is getting restless OR you met a good nanny, you hired her but...
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The Shadow of Guilt We all face it- that dark cloud of guilt that shadows our daily lives. A nanny feels guilt that she spends more time with her charges than with her own family and children. Mom feels guilt that someone else is raising her child. Dad feels guilt that he has to spend time away from his family. The single...
Read MoreHow to Create A Professional Nanny Resume I look at dozens of resumes (or lack of) each day. I have read some great resumes that made me want to know more about that particular candidate, and I’ve read through some resumes that were very forgettable. When it comes to building a good resume as a household staff member there are some helpful...
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Nannies and Families Taking Time Out From Technology Part 1 I am confident in saying that technology has greatly improved areas of our lives. From communication, connection, contact, and just plain fun – the world is at our fingertips. The impact that it has had on family life though is questionable. There seems to be less family connection as we connect with colleagues, friends and...
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How to Prevent Burnout and Compassion Fatigue working as a Nanny It is a bright sunny day, the air is fresh and clean and life is good. Right? Not if you have reached burnout or compassion fatigue status. Burn out symptoms can resemble depression, but it is not only avoidable, it is also treatable. Being a caregiver is challenging. Being a caregiver to...
Read MoreHOW TO MAKE A NANNY PORTFOLIO Nannies, Nannies, Nannies! Have you ever wondered what parents are looking for when they conduct an interview with you? Do you know how to stand out from the crowd? They are interviewing multiple candidates and they are scrutinizing every detail all while looking for the perfect nanny that will fit into their family. Do you have...
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Adding a Helping Hand to Your Home When you have a family member come into your home, you often pull out all the stops to ensure that they feel welcome and comfortable. You might make their favorite dish, stop your daily tasks to visit and entertain and line up activities that they might enjoy. What about when you add a hired helper...
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_cta_button2 h2="Let Us Help You" style="square" txt_align="center" title="Start Your Search Today By Clicking Here" color="pink" size="lg" position="bottom" accent_color="#ffffff" link="url:http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gadreamnannies.com%2Frequest-more-info%2F|||"][/vc_cta_button2][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] [caption id="attachment_4782" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Should I Hire A Housekeeper Or A Nanny?[/caption] Should I Hire A Housekeeper Or A Nanny? OK - so you want to hire a Nanny. No, a housekeeper. No wait, both. Where to start? There is such an information overload at...
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