Hiring today requires more than an impressive résumé and a confident interview. The best employers know that paper credentials only tell part of the story. What truly predicts performance is how a candidate behaves in action, how they think, communicate, problem-solve, and adapt when faced with the kinds of real situations they’ll actually encounter in your business. At The Grapevine, we’ve spent years matching top talent with high-profile households, executives, and creative companies. The...

Few interview questions can make a candidate sweat faster than this one: “Why did you leave your last role?” It’s deceptively simple, yet it reveals everything an interviewer wants to know about your professionalism, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence. The way you respond can either position you as poised and intentional or unprepared and reactive. At The Grapevine, we’ve guided countless candidates through interviews with executives, entrepreneurs, and ultra-high-net-worth families....

In today’s world of high-profile households, celebrity clients, and fast-moving business ventures, privacy has become one of the most valuable currencies. For employers hiring personal assistants, executive support, or household staff, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) are no longer an optional safeguard. They are an essential part of building trust and protecting your personal and professional life. An NDA serves as a formal acknowledgment that what happens within a home or company stays...