Beyond “Tell Me About Yourself”: Mastering the Interview Process
This hands-on workshop empowers nannies to step into interviews with clarity, confidence, and a strong sense of professional agency. Through guided role‑plays, mock interviews, and real-time feedback, participants learn how to lead conversations, read family dynamics, and identify red flags early. The session helps caregivers craft personalized questions that reveal a household’s culture, expectations, and communication style, while also building skills in salary and benefit negotiation. Attendees will practice discussing boundaries upfront, navigating tough topics with professionalism, and recognizing when a position is not a good fit and how to exit those situations gracefully. Participants will leave with practical tools, including customizable interview questions, red‑flag checklists, negotiation scripts, and polished templates for declining offers. The workshop reframes interviews as a mutual evaluation, giving nannies the confidence to advocate for themselves and choose roles where they can truly thrive.
Stefanie Hudgins, Newborn Care Specialist, Infant, & Toddler Nanny, has spent over 40 years supporting families in the luxury childcare market, specializing in newborn care, infant development, and early childhood education. Her expertise spans complex cases including multiples, NICU graduates, medically fragile infants, and developmental challenges. As Co-Founder of Private Service Coaching, Stefanie mentors newborn care specialists and nannies working with ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) families, helping them master the unique demands of luxury household service while delivering exceptional developmental care. Her coaching encompasses professional presentation, high-stakes interview preparation, and implementing evidence-based developmental practices. Stefanie holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Colorado and over ten industry certifications, including the Infant Mental Health Endorsement (IMH-E), INA Credentialed Newborn Care Specialist and Credentialed Nanny, and Master NCS® designation. Her deep knowledge of infant brain development, attachment theory, and developmentally appropriate practices informs her advocacy for intentional caregiving approaches that promote optimal child outcomes. A passionate industry advocate, Stefanie served as a founding Executive Board member of the Newborn Care Specialist Association (NCSA) for six years and volunteers with the International Board of Newborn Care Specialist Examiners (IBNCSE) to elevate professional standards worldwide.