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…
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We were deeply saddened to hear of the recent passing of Mason Haynes. Mason joined us on the podcast back in Season 1 to share stories from an extraordinary career in close protection — a life that took him around the world, working with high-profile individuals and experiencing places and situations most of us could only imagine. Throughout our conversation, what stood out wasn't simply the…
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,…
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…
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…
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.…
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 —…
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…
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…
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…
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 —…
