The Expert Maid-Servant

"The Expert Maid-Servant" by Christine Terhune Herrick is a guide from the early 1900s that breaks down everything you need to know about the world of maid-servants. The book explores finding, hiring, and managing maids, focusing strongly on good communication and treating everyone well. It starts by explaining the best ways to find a maid, like using trustworthy agencies and checking references to ensure the right fit. The author shows how important it is for employers to clearly lay out expectations from the start, and for maids to understand their duties. The book also illustrates the importance of a solid orientation, and how a clear onboarding process can smooth out the initial awkwardness for both women.