Investing in education has always been wise advice. That idea also applies to agencies and the nannies they represent. It’s also a win for clients as their families are the beneficiaries of the knowledge nannies gain from added lectures, certifications, and coursework related to children. The agencies that set themselves apart are those that provide...Read More
Wow, these last few months have flown by! I can’t believe it’s almost May… Several times in the last few weeks I’ve been so busy I’ve literally forgotten what month it is (#truth). But unlike previous years, where I might have felt overwhelmed and frustrated by my ever-growing task list, this year I feel nothing...Read More
Now more than ever before, having a great nanny database is a HUGE advantage for your business. Building a loyal following can be tough and takes time, which is one thing you never have enough of. But there are a few ways you can consistently demonstrate to the local nanny community that you support them...Read More
We know your top priority as an agency is to place high quality candidates with families in need of care. Your team goes through a thorough screening process and diligently evaluates the best fit based on candidate experience, skills, role requirements, ages of children, parent preferences, etc. Undoubtedly, each family is looking for a caregiver...Read More
Now more than ever before, having a great nanny database is a HUGE advantage for your business. Building a loyal following can be tough and takes time, which is one thing you never have enough of. But there are a few ways you can consistently demonstrate to the local nanny community that you support them...Read More
What a whirlwind the last few months have been! With a successful in-person conference and virtual conference behind us, I’ve finally had a few moments to regroup and reflect on the last year before the hustle and bustle of the holidays is upon us. As I do so, I feel a mix of emotions, but...Read More
“The only way to beat the competition is to stop trying to beat the competition.” Chan Kim There I was, minding my own business. I had just walked outside to grab the mail and there it was, sitting right inside my very own mailbox! A shiny, very colorful mailer announcing a great new babysitting...Read More
Hallelujah and Help! I hesitate to write this observation for fear of jinxing it—call me superstitious—but I do think we have rounded a corner. Yes, hallelujah! For those of us who have temporary services, business is once again booming. While private agency clients have been asking for in-home help all along, event, hotel, and corporate...Read More
In our industry, the best agencies go the extra mile and aim to exceed their clients (and their candidates) expectations from the first call to the last. We want all of our clients to be happy. We want them to love their new employee, rave about our service, and ideally, refer us to their friends...Read More
What’s new? I’ve eaten outside at restaurants for the first time in 14 months. Oh, wait, not what you wanted to know. You wanted APNA news. Here’s what is happening: Conference 2021, Up Next, is happening and is sold out! Pent-up demand to be together has resulted in the quickest registrations ever. Sponsorships-snapped up. No...Read More