Life in Private Staffing

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  S7 E10 - Patricia Levinson: Your Career Doesn't Have to Be Linear | Returning to Private Staffing 07.07.2026 39min

  What if leaving private staffing was the very thing that made you better at it?In this episode of Recruitment Diaries: Life in Private Staffing, Philippa is joined by Patricia Levinson, a House Manager and Executive Assistant based in Manhattan, whose career has taken anything but a traditional path. From owning and running a hotel in Costa Rica to managing private properties, raising a family, working in financial services and eventually returning to private service, Patricia shares how every stage of her journey has shaped the professional she is today.Together, Philippa and Patricia discuss why transferable skills matter, the realities of stepping away from the industry, and how perseverance helped Patricia secure the role she'd always hoped for.In this episode, Philippa and Patricia cover:✨ Breaking into private staffing unexpectedly🏡 Running a hotel and managing luxury private properties in Costa Rica👨‍👩‍👧 Taking a career break to raise a family💼 Returning to private service after years outside the industry📈 Why transferable skills create stronger House Managers and Executive Assistants🤝 Leadership, team management and seeing the bigger picture🌍 Building a career across Costa Rica, Connecticut and New York💡 Why perseverance is one of the most valuable qualities in private staffingWhether you're an aspiring House Manager, Estate Manager, Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or already working within UHNW private households, this episode is packed with practical advice, honest reflections and career inspiration.Resources & Links🌐 Visit: www.silverswanrecruitment.com🎧 Follow Recruitment Diaries: Life in Private Staffing on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📱 Follow us on Instagram: @silverswanrecruitment & @silverswanpodcast💬 Join one of our global private staffing communities: enquiries@silverswanrecruitment.com
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  S7 E9: Will Graham - From Celebrity Households to Freelance Success | A Career as a Private PA 25.06.2026 45min

  What does it really take to build a successful career as a Private PA?In this episode of Life in Private Staffing, Philippa is joined by experienced Private PA Will Graham, who shares his journey through the world of private households, celebrity support, freelancing and lifestyle management.Having worked with high-profile principals across a variety of sectors, Will offers a fascinating insight into the realities of working behind the scenes for UHNW individuals, navigating discretion, building trust and creating long-lasting professional relationships.Together, Philippa and Will discuss how the role of a Private PA has evolved, the opportunities available within private staffing today, and the skills that truly set exceptional candidates apart.In this episode, Philippa and Will cover:✨ How Will landed his first Private PA role🎭 Working with celebrity and high-profile principals🤝 Building trust and maintaining discretion💼 Freelance vs permanent Private PA opportunities🧠 Why emotional intelligence is a superpower in private staffing📱 Technology, AI and the future of private support roles🌍 Relocating outside London and building a flexible career👔 Being a male PA in a traditionally female-dominated industry🏡 The realities of supporting UHNW households and individualsThis episode is packed with practical advice, career insights and honest reflections for anyone considering a career in private staffing, personal assistance or lifestyle management.Resources & Links:🔗 Visit www.silverswanrecruitment.com🎧 Follow Life in Private Staffing on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📱 Follow us on Instagram: @silverswanrecruitment & @silverswanpodcast💬 Interested in joining one of our global private staffing communities? Email enquiries@silverswanrecruitment.com
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  S7 E8: Thiabut Barbe - From Superyachts to Royal Palaces | Leading 300 Staff in Private Service 03.06.2026 46min

  What does it really take to manage luxury service at the very highest level?In this episode of Life in Private Staffing, Philippa is joined by hospitality and estate management expert Thibaut Barbé, whose incredible 30-year career has taken him from luxury cruise ships to the world’s largest superyachts, royal palaces in the Middle East and large-scale UHNW estates across the globe. 🌍✨Thibaut shares how he built an international career in private service, eventually managing a 25,000sqm royal palace and leading teams of more than 300 staff across multiple departments and nationalities.Together, Philippa and Thibaut discuss the realities of managing world-class hospitality operations behind the scenes — from recruitment, training and leadership to service standards, operations and building high-performing teams within ultra-high-net-worth environments.They also dive into one of the biggest mistakes managers make in luxury hospitality and private service: micromanagement.In this episode, Philippa and Thibaut cover:⚓️ Working aboard luxury cruise ships and superyachts🛥️ Life onboard one of the world’s largest superyachts🏛️ Managing royal palaces and UHNW estates in the Middle East👥 Leading and recruiting teams of 300+ staff✨ Building exceptional luxury service standards🌍 Working across multiple countries and cultures📈 Why empowering staff creates stronger operations🏡 The realities of estate management and private household leadership💼 Transitioning between yachting, hospitality and UHNW environmentsThis episode offers a fascinating insight into the people, leadership and operations behind some of the world’s most exclusive private environments.Resources & Links:🔗 Visit www.silverswanrecruitment.com🎧 Follow Life in Private Staffing on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📱 Follow us on Instagram: @silverswanrecruitment & @silverswanpodcast💬 Interested in joining one of our global private staffing communities? Email enquiries@silverswanrecruitment.com
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  S7 E7: Elle Webster - Chief Stewardess to Entrepreneur, Life After Superyachts 21.05.2026 41min

  What is it REALLY like building a long-term career in the superyacht industry?In this episode of Life in Private Staffing, Philippa is joined by former Chief Stewardess Elle Webster to discuss her decade-long career working onboard luxury superyachts across the world — from busy charter seasons and shipyard builds to global itineraries, UHNW lifestyles and the intense realities of life at sea.Elle shares how she entered the yachting industry at just 20 years old, worked her way up through the interior department, and eventually became Chief Stewardess managing high standards, demanding schedules and luxury service at the very highest level.They discuss everything from crew retention, Below Deck misconceptions and the pressures of modern yachting — to working onboard with your partner, transitioning into motherhood, and building a business after leaving the industry.Now the founder of Maison by Elle, a luxury home organisation business supporting high-net-worth clients, Elle explains how the skills developed in yachting — organisation, anticipation, time management and attention to detail — continue to shape her career today.In this episode, Philippa and Elle cover:⚓️ Building a career in the luxury yachting industry🌍 Working across global itineraries and shipyard builds👀 What Below Deck gets right… and wrong💼 Why crew longevity matters in yachting❤️ Working and living onboard as a couple👶 Transitioning from yachting into motherhood🏡 Launching a luxury home organisation business after yachting✨ How superyacht standards transfer into UHNW householdsAn honest and insightful conversation about luxury service, life behind the scenes on superyachts, and navigating career evolution after yachting.Resources & Links:🔗 Visit ⁠www.silverswanrecruitment.com⁠🎧 Follow Life in Private Staffing on Spotify or Apple Podcasts📱 Join our Silver Swan Communities – email ⁠enquiries@silverswanrecruitment.com⁠💬 Follow us on Instagram @silverswanrecruitment, @silverswanpodcast and LinkedIn Silver Swan Recruitment
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  S7 E6 - Steven Walker - From the Royal Navy to Royal Households - 40 Years in Private Service Across 5 Continents 06.05.2026 46min

  What does a 40-year career in private service really look like?In this episode of Life in Private Staffing, Philippa is joined by Steven — an industry professional whose career spans decades, continents, and some of the most prestigious private households in the world.From his early days in the Royal Navy, Steven shares how discipline, structure and opportunity led him into private service — landing roles working with royalty, UHNW families, and global principals across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond.Having worked across five continents in roles ranging from butlering and house management to palace operations and staff training, Steven offers a rare, honest insight into how the industry has evolved — and what it really takes to succeed at the highest level today.They discuss everything from travelling the world with UHNW families, managing large-scale private households, and working within royal environments — to the modern reality of smaller teams, faster-paced roles, and changing expectations in luxury service.In this episode, Philippa and Steven cover:💼 Transitioning from the Royal Navy into private service🌍 Working with royalty and UHNW families across 5 continents✈️ The reality of travelling roles and global private households🏠 The shift from large teams to smaller, more dynamic structures🎯 Why discipline, adaptability and discretion are essential📈 How the private staffing industry has evolved over time🎓 Moving into training and giving back to the next generationA fascinating, behind-the-scenes look at a career built at the very top of private service — and an honest reflection on how the industry is changing.Resources & Links:🔗 Visit ⁠www.silverswanrecruitment.com⁠🎧 Follow Life in Private Staffing on Spotify or Apple Podcasts📱 Join our Silver Swan Communities – email ⁠enquiries@silverswanrecruitment.com⁠💬 Follow us on Instagram @silverswanrecruitment, @silverswanpodcast and LinkedIn Silver Swan Recruitment
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  S7 E5: Alice Bornarel - The Role Every UHNW Household Needs (But Rarely Has) 03.04.2026 38min

  What if running a private household required more than just hiring staff?In this episode of Life in Private Staffing, Philippa is joined by Alice Bournarel, a private household consultant supporting UHNW families with everything from recruitment and training to operations and bespoke event management.With over 13 years of experience across private households, yachts, and international residences, Alice shares how she built her career from the ground up — and why she has now launched her own business to support households in a more flexible, consultancy-style capacity.They discuss the reality behind managing private homes, the gaps many households don’t realise they have, and why structure, clarity, and training are key to building a high-performing team.💼 A unique, consultancy-style role within private households🏠 The difference between hiring staff and building a functioning household🧠 Why structure, systems, and onboarding are often overlooked🌍 The challenges of managing teams across different cultures📈 Why demand for flexible household support is growingA fascinating insight into the behind-the-scenes reality of running a UHNW home — and the role most households don’t even realise they need.🔗 Visit ⁠www.silverswanrecruitment.com⁠🎧 Follow Life in Private Staffing on Spotify or Apple Podcasts📱 Join our Silver Swan Communities – email ⁠enquiries@silverswanrecruitment.com⁠💬 Follow us on Instagram @silverswanrecruitment, @silverswanpodcast and LinkedIn Silver Swan RecruitmentIn this episode, Philippa and Alice cover:Resources & Links:
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  S7 E4: Weslley Frick - Building Confidence Through Sport in UHNW Households 20.03.2026 34min

  What if childcare in UHNW households went beyond traditional roles?In this episode of Life in Private Staffing, Philippa is joined by Wesley, a specialist working with children in private households to build confidence, discipline, resilience and fitness through personalised coaching.From his background in sport to launching his own business in Dubai, Wesley shares how he has carved out a unique role within private staffing — working closely with families to support children’s development through structured, one-to-one programmes.They discuss the importance of sport in early development, the responsibility that comes with working so closely with children, and why more UHNW families are investing in specialist support beyond traditional childcare.In this episode, Philippa and Wesley cover:💼 A unique and emerging role within private households🧠 How sport builds discipline, confidence and resilience in children🌍 Working with UHNW families across different cultures🏠 The reality of working one-to-one with children in private environments📈 Why demand for specialised childcare support is growingA fascinating insight into a side of private staffing that many people don’t even realise exists.Resources & Links:🔗 Visit www.silverswanrecruitment.com🎧 Follow Life in Private Staffing on Spotify or Apple Podcasts📱 Join our Silver Swan Communities – email enquiries@silverswanrecruitment.com💬 Follow us on Instagram @silverswanrecruitment, @silverswanpodcast and LinkedIn Silver Swan Recruitment
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  S7 E3: Maja Novak - Flexibility, Team Dynamics & Life After Yachting 05.03.2026 46min

  From working on superyachts to building a flexible career across private residences and luxury hospitality, Maja Novak shares what it really takes to succeed in the private service industry.After more than a decade in yachting, Maja made the transition to contract-based roles in private households, villas and chalets, designing a career that allows her to balance professional opportunities with personal life.In this episode, Philippa and Maja discuss the realities of working in private service and UHNW environments, from the importance of emotional intelligence and professionalism within teams to the challenges of working far from home.Maja also shares valuable insight into networking, personal branding, and building a reputation within the industry, as well as why visibility on platforms like LinkedIn can open unexpected doors.In this episode, we cover:💼 How Maja built a career across superyachts, private households and luxury hospitality🌍 The benefits of short-term contracts and seasonal work in private service🤝 Why team dynamics and emotional intelligence are essential in UHNW environments📈 How networking and personal branding can create career opportunities⚓ The realities of transitioning from yachting to land-based private rolesA candid conversation about the realities of private staffing, career flexibility, and life behind the scenes of luxury service.Resources & Links:🔗 Visit www.silverswanrecruitment.com🎧 Follow Life in Private Staffing on Spotify or Apple Podcasts📱 Join our Silver Swan Communities – email enquiries@silverswanrecruitment.com💬 Follow us on Instagram @silverswanrecruitment, @silverswanpodcast, and LinkedIn – Silver Swan Recruitment
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  S7 E2: Chef Joy - From Private Jets to World Tours: Life as a Celebrity Private Chef 20.02.2026 39min

  From cooking for world-famous athletes and global touring musicians to navigating extreme dietary requirements inside private households, Chef Joy’s career offers a fascinating insight into life as a Private Chef at the highest level.Originally from New Orleans and now based in Los Angeles, Joy shares how she built her career from professional kitchens into the world of private staffing — travelling internationally, cooking in unconventional environments, and adapting to the unique demands of UHNW clients.She opens up about the realities behind the glamour, the importance of attitude and flexibility, and how challenges like cooking without onion or garlic have actually helped her grow creatively as a chef.In this episode, Philippa and Joy discuss:🍽️ The transition from restaurant kitchens to private households✈️ Cooking while travelling and working on global tours🥗 Managing complex diets and food sensitivities for clients💡 The mindset needed to succeed in private staffing🌍 Why networking and personality matter just as much as skillA brilliant conversation that highlights the creativity, resilience and adaptability required to succeed as a Private Chef behind the scenes of the luxury lifestyle.Resources & Links:🔗 Visit ⁠www.silverswanrecruitment.com⁠🎧 Follow Life in Private Staffing on ⁠Spotify⁠ or ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠📱 Join our Silver Swan Communities – email ⁠enquiries@silverswanrecruitment.com⁠💬 Follow us on Instagram ⁠@silverswanrecruitment⁠, ⁠@silverswanpodcast⁠, and LinkedIn ⁠Silver Swan Recruitment⁠
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  S7 E1: Imron Zulfikar - Private Wellness Managers: The Role You Didn’t Know Existed 05.02.2026 43min

  From luxury resorts and private islands to UHNW households in the Middle East, Imran Zulfikar’s career offers a rare insight into one of private staffing’s most discreet and misunderstood roles — the Private Wellness Manager.With a background spanning elite hospitality, private islands (including three years on Necker Island as the first male in the role), and now working within a private household in the UAE, Imran shares what it truly takes to manage health, wellbeing and lifestyle at the highest level.This is not about personal training or spa treatments — it’s about long-term prevention, accountability, trust, and guiding principals towards sustainable lifestyle change.Imran opens up about working closely with UHNW individuals, navigating resistance to change, building trust over time, and why wellness in private households must be deeply personalised. He also shares how psychology, observation, and emotional intelligence are just as critical as physical expertise.In this episode, Philippa and Imran dive into:🧘 What a Private Wellness Manager actually does — and why most people don’t know the role exists🌍 Transitioning from luxury resorts and private islands into private households🩺 The five pillars of wellness: nutrition, sleep, lifestyle, movement, and stress management🧠 Why trust, psychology, and relationship-building are essential in private service⏳ The realities of long-term, in-house wellness support versus hotel-based roles🚪 What professionals should consider before moving from hospitality into private householdsA thoughtful, insightful conversation that reveals the realities of wellness behind closed doors — and the growing demand for preventative, holistic care within UHNW private households.Resources & Links:🔗 Visit www.silverswanrecruitment.com🎧 Follow Life in Private Staffing on Spotify or Apple Podcasts📲 Follow us on Instagram @silverswanrecruitment, @silverswanpodcast, and LinkedIn Silver Swan Recruitment
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  S6 E9: Rien Thoma - From Butler School to House Manager: Rien;s Decade Inside UHNW Homes 11.12.2025 46min

  From training at the world-renowned International Butler Academy to running households for aristocratic and UHNW families across the UK, Rhian Thoma’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, professionalism, and the evolving reality of private service.With ten years’ experience across stately homes, formal estates, and high-expectation principals, Rhian shares the truth behind the job — the pressure, the unpredictability, the burnout, and the moments that make it all worth it.He opens up about managing understaffed homes, navigating employer expectations, building strong household teams, and how becoming a father has reshaped his view of work–life balance in an industry that rarely slows down.In this episode, Philippa and Rhian dive into:🧳 How Butler Academy training prepares you for real UHNW households🏰 The transition from butler to house manager — and why most people skip crucial steps⚠️ The rise of health & safety, M&E knowledge, and the pressure to “know everything”👨‍👩‍👧 Why boundaries and balance matter more than ever in private staffing🧠 The mindset required to survive (and thrive) in demanding service rolesA grounded, insightful conversation that reveals the real working life behind the gates — from the traditions that still hold strong to the rapid changes shaping the next generation of private service professionals.Resources & Links:🔗 Visit www.silverswanrecruitment.com🎧 Follow Life in Private Staffing on Spotify or Apple Podcasts💬 Follow us on Instagram @silverswanrecruitment, @silverswanpodcast, and LinkedIn Silver Swan Recruitment
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  S6 E8 - Marina Grigoryeva: Resilience, Reinvention & the Reality of Life in Private Staffing 16.10.2025 50min

  From leaving Kazakhstan with no English to managing multimillion-pound estates in Surrey, Marina Grigoryeva’s story is one of determination, adaptability, and emotional intelligence.With over 20 years’ experience working for UHNW families, Marina shares how she built longevity in some of the most demanding households — often staying with principals for over a decade. She opens up about managing difficult personalities, setting emotional boundaries, and why counselling training has completely transformed the way she approaches leadership, communication, and staff wellbeing.In this episode, Philippa and Marina dive into:💼 What it really takes to become a trusted House Manager🧠 How to protect your mental health in high-pressure households🌍 The resilience needed to start again in a new country🏠 Why empathy and emotional intelligence are your strongest tools in private staffingA thoughtful, insightful conversation that highlights the human side of life behind the gates.Resources & Links:🔗 Visit www.silverswanrecruitment.com🎧 Follow Life in Private Staffing on Spotify or Apple Podcasts📱 Join our Silver Swan Communities – email enquiries@silverswanrecruitment.com💬 Follow us on Instagram @silverswanrecruitment, @silverswanpodcast, and LinkedIn Silver Swan Recruitment
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  S6 E7 - Veronica Lajud: Redefining Childcare in the UHNW World 01.10.2025 44min

  This week on Life in Private Staffing we’re joined by Veronica Lajud, an international childcare specialist based in Miami and founder of the Stellar Insight Method.With a background in Montessori education and over a decade working inside UHNW households, Veronica has built a unique approach that goes far beyond traditional nannying. She now mentors nannies, supports families worldwide, and creates tailored routines designed to unlock each child’s full potential.Together we explore how childcare in UHNW homes differs from the traditional world, why empowering household staff is just as crucial as supporting the children themselves, and how one nanny’s role can completely change the course of a family’s future.👉 Tune in now for an inspiring conversation that redefines luxury childcare and highlights the extraordinary opportunities within the private staffing world.Resources & Links: 🔗Find out more about Silver Swan Recruitment: https://silverswanrecruitment.com/ Looking for your next role? Register your CV with us today! ]Follow us on Instagram & Tiktok - @silverswanpodcast 🦢
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  S6 E6 - Daniela Vasconcelos: Inside Miami’s World of Estate Management 12.09.2025 51min

  In this episode of Life in Private Staffing, I sit down with Daniela Vasconcelos, a Brazilian-born estate manager and personal assistant who has spent over a decade building her career in Miami’s ultra-competitive private staffing market.From launching her own cleaning business to overseeing 30+ luxury properties, and later managing the lifestyle of a single UHNW principal, Daniela’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Together, we explore:✨ Her transition from recruitment into private staffing – and what her HR background taught her about leadership✨ The reality of Miami’s luxury market and why personality fit is more important than skills alone✨ How to balance resilience, discretion and heart when managing UHNW households✨ The challenges of returning to work after a career break – and why candidates deserve respect in the recruitment process✨ Some of the quirkiest client requests she’s ever received (including sourcing a lion 🦁)Whether you’re curious about breaking into household management, navigating a career in the US luxury market, or simply fascinated by what life looks like behind the scenes of billionaire lifestyles, this episode is packed with honesty, advice, and motivation.Resources & Links:🌐 Find out more about Silver Swan Recruitment: https://www.silverswanrecruitment.com🌐 Looking for your next role? Register your CV with us today.Follow us on Instagram & TikTok – @silverswanpodcast 🦢
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  S6 E5 - David Cannie: UHNW Estate Manager 27.08.2025 34min

  In this episode of Life in Private Staffing, I sit down with David Cannie, senior estate manager of a 15,000-acre private estate in the UK with hundreds of residential properties, heritage buildings, and a team of 100+ staff.Having transitioned from a career in property management into the UHNW private sector, David shares what it’s really like to oversee one of the country’s most impressive landed estates. Together, we dive into:✨ The day-to-day reality of managing a vast estate with multiple departments, tenants, and heritage properties✨ Building relationships with UHNW families and navigating their unique expectations✨ How to keep large in-house teams motivated and collaborative✨ The quirks of life in private staffing – including the time David was asked to move 80-year-old oak trees 🌳✨ The skills, resilience, and “thick skin” needed to thrive in this industryWhether you’re an aspiring estate manager, already working in the private staffing world, or simply curious about what happens behind the gates of the UK’s most exclusive estates, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.Resources & Links:🌐 Find out more about Silver Swan Recruitment: https://www.silverswanrecruitment.com🌐 Looking for your next role? Register your CV with us today.Follow us on Instagram & TikTok - @silverswanpodcast 🦢
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  S6 E4 - Sarah Eaton: Inside the Ski Season 31.07.2025 37min

  In this episode of Life in Private Staffing, I sit down with Sarah Eaton, HR Director at Consensio Holidays, a luxury ski company operating some of the most exclusive chalets in the French Alps.Having placed Sarah in her current role, I knows firsthand the challenges of recruiting and managing seasonal staff in high-pressure, high-end hospitality environments. Together, we dive into:✨ What it takes to run a 70+ strong seasonal team in some of Europe’s most sought-after ski resorts✨ The key qualities Sarah looks for when hiring chalet managers, private chefs, chauffeurs and hosts✨ How Brexit has changed ski season recruitment and staffing dynamics✨ Staff retention, morale and keeping a team motivated through 18 guest-packed weeks✨ How working a ski season can shape careers – and why it’s not just about skiing every daySarah also shares behind-the-scenes stories from the world of luxury chalets – from immersive Frozen-themed kids’ parties to guests flying in their own fine wine collections. Whether you’re thinking about working a ski season, hiring chalet staff, or simply curious about what it takes to deliver world-class service in a demanding environment, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.Resources & Links:🌐 View Consensio Holidays’ vacancies: https://www.consensiochalets.co.uk🌐 Find out more about Silver Swan Recruitment: https://www.silverswanrecruitment.comIf you’re considering a ski season, or looking to hire outstanding chalet staff, don’t miss this episode!
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  S6 E3 - Harald Mootz: 30 Years of Concierge Secrets 16.07.2025 35min

  In this special episode of Life in Private Staffing, we’re switching it up. I'm joined by New York-based concierge legend Harald Mootz, who shares tales from three decades at the heart of luxury hospitality. From manning the concierge desks at the Plaza Athénée and St. Regis to his current role at the Corinthia’s Surrey Hotel, Harold has catered to the world’s elite—and seen it all.Expect insider insights into the world of ultra-high-net-worth guests, wild requests, and how genuine service, global networks, and discretion define true luxury. Whether you’re in private staffing, hospitality, or simply curious about the lives of those behind the velvet rope, this episode offers a unique perspective on what it really takes to serve at the top.
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  S6 E2 - Maud Lamoure: Attitude Over Aptitude 01.07.2025 48min

  This week we’re joined by Maud, a true powerhouse in the world of private staffing. While many strive for long-term positions, Maud carved her own path – thriving in seasonal roles across Europe, working in chalets, villas, and luxury properties for UHNW clients.Starting as a total newcomer with just 15 minutes’ notice before her first butler shift, she’s now built a reputation as the ultimate fixer – trusted to walk into any household and deliver excellence. Her story takes us from Courchevel to Saint-Tropez, from working solo in high-pressure environments to becoming a sought-after property manager and remote PA.If you’ve ever questioned the value of a seasonal CV, this episode will make you think again. Maud’s adaptability, drive, and perspective on success show there’s more than one way to thrive in the private sector.📍Expect inspiring insights, honest challenges, and a few memorable guest demands (yes — including a clementine taste test).
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  S6 - E1 - Lara Acerboni: A journey from Au Pair to House Manager 18.06.2025 47min

  Today we are back! After taking our first-ever break since starting this podcast five years ago, we're back to launch Season 6 of Life in Private Staffing. Uncovering the extraordinary careers available within the private sector. It is always fascinating to learn how different people discover this industry, but more importantly, how they break into it, and today brings a journey Lara made from working as an Au Pair to House Manager, and she is still only in her early 20s.To anyone out there at the start of their career and perhaps feeling that a career working with UHNW families is too far out of reach, then this is the episode for you. Lara's story is truly inspiring.
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  S5 E9 - Stacey Barker: All Things Private Flying 17.12.2024 45min

  After meeting Stacey at one of our networking drinks and laughing for hours at all her stories, she willingly agreed to join us as a guest this week. I love finding people with jobs in the private sector that I never knew existed. Did you know that Harrods can look after your private jet for you whilst you are in London? Whether you are ‘parking’ up for a day or a month, Harrods can take your plane, keep it safe, and then ensure it’s restocked and ready for your departure. As the Operations Controller, Stacey would meet and greet passengers off their jet and see them on their way, plus would ensure the plane was ready for them again when they left. From who she met, what people brought to what they requested for departure….her stories are brilliant!