Interview Tip #3 from VIP Nannies Inc., Household Staffing

This is Your Opportunity to Shine

• Get down and play or interact with the children whenever possible. If they want to show you their new toy in their playroom, or their art project on the refrigerator, Go! Parents will be watching how you interact with their children, this could make or break your chance at the position.

"I once was in an interview for a position with an 8 month old who was crawling all over the place. There was a coffee table, with sharp edges, between me and the parents. The baby was just about to hit his head on the edge of the table when I put my hand over the edge to prevent this from happening. I was offered the position 1 day later. The mom commented on how she like my awareness of the baby's surroundings, specifically when I put my hand over the edge of the coffee table." ~True Story

• Ask questions about the children. For example, allergies? favorite colors? favorite toys? daily routine? Be genuine!

Interview Tip #1 from VIP Nannies Inc., Household Staffing

For the next few days, we will be providing daily tips for nannies and household employee's, when it comes to the interview process...

"You Never Get a Second Chance to Make a First Impression."

TIP #1 "Appearance"

• You are a nanny. Dress like one! Slacks with a nice blouse, a knee-length dress, clean closed-toe shoes. Remember (depending upon the age of the kids, you may want to get down on the floor and play). Keep it modest, simple, and clean.
• Presentation. Always arrive fresh, clean, and well put together. People notice details, make sure your hair is clean, brushed, finger nails are clean and groomed.
• Do not wear acrylic nails.
• Do not wear perfume or scented lotions. Many people have allergies to these products.
• Do not heels over 2 inches or flip-flops.
• Cover any visible tattoos.

TIP #2, coming tomorrow...

Happy Father's Day!

Happy Father's Day to all the dad's and grandpa's in the world today!

One of our VIP mom's said, "Our legacy to our kids will be our "presence" NOT "presents"! Let's enjoy the pampering but understand and be reminded of the impact..."

I am blessed and honored to say I have the BEST father EVER! When I was little my dad was my soccer coach, as I got older he became my basketball coach and took me to my first Laker game. :) When I reached high school my dad was the #1 Team Parent, taking the team to out of town tournaments, coordinating fundraisers, and attending every game possible. In college my dad was extremely supportive and always available to talk when I called home. In my adult years my dad has been extremely supportive of my marriage, my career choices, and the decision to own and operate VIP Nannies Inc., Household Staffing! My dad has always been a part of my life and I attribute who I am today by the PRESENCE of my dad in my life. Enough bragging! I Love you dad and wish you a very, very Happy Father's Day!!

Congratulation to the Youngest Kid to Climb the Tallest Mountain

Thirteen-year-old Jordan Romero is officially the youngest person ever to stand on top of the world. On Saturday, May 22, 2010 the eighth-grader from Big Bear Lake, California, made it to the peak of Mount Everest—the highest spot on Earth. Congratulations Jordan!!

National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day

National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day (Awareness Day) is a day for everyone to promote positive youth development, resilience, recovery, and the transformation of mental health services delivery for children and youth with serious mental health needs and their families. Awareness Day raises awareness of effective programs for children's mental health needs; demonstrates how children's mental health initiatives promote positive youth development, recovery, and resilience; and shows how children with mental health needs thrive in their communities.

BABIES Opening THIS Friday, May 7th

BABIES, the movie is opening THIS Friday, May 7th, just in time for Mother's Day. I was invited to attend a screening of BABIES last month, and it's a movie you don't want to miss. If you have children, if you love babies, it's a movie for all to enjoy!

RECALL ALERT!! Must Read

Recall Alert: Infants & Children's Tylenol, Motrin, Zyrtec, Benedryl. Contact your ped for alternative treatments & McNeil's website & 888# for complete info.

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