To manage your search at AuPairWorld in the best possible way and to quickly find a suitable host family, it's helpful to follow a few simple rules:
Answer your messages. The search function only works when everyone knows what their current status really is. If certain host families are out of the question for you, then promptly decline their offers. If you have received too many applications, then you can temporarily hide your profile in the search results so that you have to handle the applications that you've already received.
When you receive a negative reply from a host family, don't take it personally. Generally nothing is to be gained by sending further messages after you've received a rejection. Instead, continue your search and contact other suitable families.
Be honest in communicating with host families. For example, do you have allergies or certain eating habits that the host family should know about? Do you smoke? Only by being honest is it possible to avoid problems and misunderstandings during the au pair stay.
When you have found a host family, remember to inform your other current messaging partners and to deactivate your profile.
Follow through on your commitments. Your future host family is relying on what you've told them and may very well be making arrangements that result in various expenses. If your plans do change, then please contact your planned host family immediately.