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Life in Private Staffing

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Private Staffing
Miami, United States
Silver Swan Recruitment
Courchevel
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Italy
Saint-Tropez
Val D'isère
Wellness
La Maison Arbor
London, United Kingdom
Aspen, United States
Gardaland
Au Pair
Dubai
New York City
Ski Industry
Kazakhstan
International Butler Academy
Los Angeles, United States

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, ... more

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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 superyach... more

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 hou... more

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Thibaut Barbe
Hospitality and private service executive with experience across cruise ships, yachts, and palaces
Independent/private estates and former Seabourn purser/interior manager
Episode: S7 E8: Thiabut Barbe - From Superyachts to Royal Palaces | Leading 300 Staff in Private Service
Elle Webster
Founder of Maison by Elle, luxury home organizer
Maison by Elle
Episode: S7 E7: Elle Webster - Chief Stewardess to Entrepreneur, Life After Superyachts
Alice Bornarel
Founder of La Maison Arbor, private household management and staffing services
La Maison Arbor
Episode: S7 E5: Alice Bornarel - The Role Every UHNW Household Needs (But Rarely Has)
Wesley Frick
Private sports coach specializing in children; founder of Aurora Elite in Dubai
Aurora Elite
Episode: S7 E4: Weslley Frick - Building Confidence Through Sport in UHNW Households
Maja Novak
Private service professional and career coach
Freelance coach and consultant in private service staffing
Episode: S7 E3: Maja Novak - Flexibility, Team Dynamics & Life After Yachting
Marina Grigoryeva
House manager and personal assistant with 18+ years experience, originally from Kazakhstan
Private staffing (Wentworth Estate, Surrey)
Episode: S6 E8 - Marina Grigoryeva: Resilience, Reinvention & the Reality of Life in Private Staffing
Daniela Vasconcelos
Estate manager and former recruiter
Private hospitality / estate management
Episode: S6 E6 - Daniela Vasconcelos: Inside Miami’s World of Estate Management
David Cannie
Estate Manager
Savills (past) / Private estate
Episode: S6 E5 - David Cannie: UHNW Estate Manager
Sarah Eaton
HR Director at Consensio Holidays
Consensio Holidays
Episode: S6 E4 - Sarah Eaton: Inside the Ski Season

Host

Philippa Smith
Host of Life in Private Staffing

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
  • Fantastic!

    I’m so thrilled that I found this amazing podcast that Philippa is doing. I have found so much encouragement from it, and learned a lot about the field. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone in private services or anyone thinking about getting into private services.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LizajaneNJ
    United States3 years ago
  • Love this for private staffing

    Great insight and honest stories about behind-the-scenes service for the rich and famous.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KFDSD
    United States4 years ago
  • Love this for private staffing

    Great insight and honest stories about behind the scenes service for the rich and famous.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KFDSD
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Resource and Content 💯

    I have found myself going back to previous episodes to re-listen to content that could be applicable to my Estate Management Company.

    Not only do I listen to each episode I share them with our team to listen as well.

    I personally know Philippe and not only do I love the accent I love the energy and passion she has for our industry.

    Cheers! 🥂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    surfer4God
    United States4 years ago
  • Great insider knowledge!

    An peek inside such a fascinating world. An easy listen on my daily commute! I love learning more about life in domestic staffing, from the experts themselves.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kathodea3
    Ireland4 years ago

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The host is valued for clear, engaging conversations that demystify UHNW roles
Guests are described as highly knowledgeable and relatable
Content is seen as a useful resource for career growth and recruitment in elite households
Listeners praise practical, insider insights into private staffing

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S7 E8: Thiabut Barbe - From Superyachts to Royal Palaces | Leading 300 Staff in Private Service
Q: What leadership approach did you find most effective when managing a large, multicultural staff?
Empowerment over micromanagement was crucial; I prioritized listening to staff, involving them in decisions, and maintaining open channels, which kept motivation high and reduced turnover while ensuring smooth operations.
S7 E8: Thiabut Barbe - From Superyachts to Royal Palaces | Leading 300 Staff in Private Service
Q: What was the next step after your extensive yacht career into the Middle East palace project?
I was recruited for a once-in-a-lifetime palace project; after initial interviews and a rapid relocation, I helped build the team from scratch, set up the crewing and purchasing systems, and led the interior operations to scale toward around 300 staff.
S6 E3 - Harald Mootz: 30 Years of Concierge Secrets
Q: What qualities do you look for when hiring someone into a concierge role?
He emphasizes a passion to serve, empathy, strong listening skills, cultural and language versatility, teamwork, and the ability to think outside the box to create personalized guest experiences.
S6 E3 - Harald Mootz: 30 Years of Concierge Secrets
Q: Tell us a little bit about everyone, a little bit about what you do.
Harold outlines his journey through top New York hotels, from the Plaza Athénée to the St. Regis and now the Surrey, detailing roles, responsibilities, and the evolution of the concierge function within luxury hospitality.
S7 E1: Imron Zulfikar - Private Wellness Managers: The Role You Didn’t Know Existed
Q: How do you build trust with clients who may be skeptical of in-home wellness coaching?
You begin by connecting on a personal level, acting as a trusted partner rather than an authority figure. Consistent, compassionate communication, delivering small but meaningful improvements, and respecting client autonomy are key to establishing trust in the first few months.

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The show centers on private staffing for UHNW households, yachts, private estates, chalets and luxury travel. Guests span private wellness, childcare, estate management, private chefs, nannies, house managers and recruitment experts, sharing career paths, training, client expectations and the realities of serving elite clients. Across episodes, themes include building trust, setting boundaries, managing teams, navigation of seasonal work, and translating luxury service standards into scalable careers. A standout trait is the practical, career-focused angle—audiences get actionable advice on entering or advancing in private staffing, plus candid insights from those working behind the scenes for the world's wealthiest clients.

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Recent guests on Life in Private Staffing include:

1. Thibaut Barbe
2. Elle Webster
3. Alice Bornarel
4. Wesley Frick
5. Maja Novak
6. Marina Grigoryeva
7. Daniela Vasconcelos
8. David Cannie

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