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S6 E9 - Rien Thoma: From Butler Academy to House Manager, Rien's 10-Year Journey in Private Service
From training at the world-renowned International Butler Academy to running households for aristocratic and UHNW families across the UK, Rien Thoma’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, professionalism, and the evolving reality of private service.
With ten years’ experience across statrely homes, formal estates, and high-expectation principals, Rien 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…
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