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Life in Private Staffing
Welcome to Life in Private Staffing, where success knows no bounds, whether you're aboard a yacht, jet-setting on private planes, managing palaces, households, or cozy chalets. Join Philippa and her guests each month as they unravel recruitment tidbits and the secrets to triumph in the world of private staffing. Whether you're a recruiter, job seeker, or are already working in the realm of UHNWI, this monthly podcast educates and inspires, taking a deep dive into the fascinating opportunities…
Episodes
Life in Private StaffingSeason 1 | Episode 16: Roger Watson, a college dropout, who worked in the UK’s top restaurants before privately cooking for America’s top UHNW’s
Today, I am talking with highly experienced Private Chef Roger who has had a really impressive career having struggled in school and dropping out of college…
Life in Private StaffingSeason 1 | Episode 14: Clara Circu on moving to America with an Engineering degree and building a 15 year career within the private sector
Today, I am talking to Clara, who is an experienced Estate Manager based in New York. She arrived from Columbia with zero experience within the industry and…
Life in Private StaffingSeason 1 | Episode 13: Mason Haynes and his fascinating story of life as a Professional Bodyguard protecting A-list celebrities
Today, I am talking to Mason, who has spent 22 years in the security industry. Working his way up from the pub and club security scene working as a bouncer to…
Life in Private StaffingSeason 1 | Episode 12: Hannah Morley on changing career and how she created her ideal role that she can do from anywhere in the world
Today, I am talking to Hannah, who transferred from a corporate career in HR to Estate Management/PA in Mallorca. She tells of how the job change also changed…
Life in Private StaffingSeason 1 | Episode 10: Nathalie Faude on preserving traditional values while also moving with the times and how she worked for the same family for 22 years
Today, I am talking to Nathalie, who started as a lady’s maid and worked her way up over 20 years with the same family. She talks about why longevity is…
Life in Private StaffingSeason 1 | Episode 9: Helen Grundy on making the transition from cruise ships to super yachts and then becoming a mentor and trainer for yacht and private hospitality staff
Today, I am talking to Helen, who began her career as a masseuse on cruise ships, developed a passion for service and housekeeping on super yachts, worked a…
Life in Private StaffingSeason 1 | Episode 8: Kelly Watkins on what it’s really like to be a Hollywood House Manager and work your way up the Private Household ladder
Today, I am talking to Kelly Watkins, who started out cleaning houses and now runs an estate in Beverly Hills, California. She tells of the importance to get…
Life in Private StaffingSeason 1 | Episode 7: Joy Middleton on what it’s really like to work on a yacht and how she transitioned into the industry
Today, I am talking to Joy, who started her private hospitality career in a ski chalet and then headed to the South of France in the summer. Since getting her…
Life in Private StaffingSeason 1 | Episode 6: Sam Drakard on getting into cheffing and the differences between the private sector and fine dining restaurants
Today, I am talking to Sam Drakard, a good friend who talks about his experiences as a Chef. Having already had a fascinating career, spanning many parts of…
Life in Private StaffingSeason 1 | Episode 5: Shada Lambert on why she still loves nannying as much as when she started
Today, I am talking to Shada, who explains the role of a nanny and just how much goes into planning and organising in her role. As well as looking after…
Life in Private StaffingSeason 1 | Episode 4: John Galleymore on going from bricklaying to building famous homes around the world.
Today, I am talking to John, who started as a bricklayer, went through the special forces and has since worked for an array of rich and famous people, building…
Life in Private StaffingSeason 1 | Episode 3: Anna Coquelin, from poorest school in Scotland to Governess around the world
Today, I am talking to Anna, who started as a teacher at the poorest school in Scotland and worked her way up to travelling around the globe as the private…
Life in Private StaffingSeason 1 | Episode 2: Steph Deidda on how she got into the private aviation industry
Do you know what is involved when working on a private plane? Welcome to Working for the Rich & Famous, a weekly podcast talking to guests with successful…
Life in Private StaffingSeason 1 | Episode 1: Russell Orford on how he transitioned from the army into a Private Household
Welcome to Working with the Rich & Famous, a short weekly podcast talking to guests with successful careers working in the private sector. Today, I am talking…
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Welcome to Working for the Rich & Famous, a short weekly podcast talking to guests with successful careers working in the private sector. Here is an…
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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…