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Oyster is a global employment platform designed to enable visionary HR leaders to find, engage, pay, manage, develop, and take care of a thriving distributed workforce.

How EORs mitigate cross-border tax risks

How working with an EOR reduces cross-border hiring risks.

Understanding cultural differences in the international recruitment process: Tips for success

Efficiently engage & communicate with top talent.

5 must-haves for your global compensation strategy

Find out what to include in your global compensation plan.

Employers of Record (EORs) in the Netherlands: Everything you need to know

Everything you need to know about EORs in the Netherlands.

What’s causing a drop in employee engagement?

Takeaways from Oyster's employee disillusionment report.

How to manage payroll and compliance internationally

Understand what global payroll compliance means for you.

EORs vs. subsidiary: Which is the better option?

Compare EORs and subsidiaries for global expansion.

Guide to adopting a flexible working strategy

How to introduce a flexible work strategy.

Employers of Record (EORs) in France: Everything you need to know

All you need to know about using EOR services in France.

How to create an independent contractor agreement

Learn how to create an independent contractor agreement.

How to differentiate and future-proof your talent solutions business with Oyster

Stand out from the crowd by expanding your talent services

Beyond compliance: Best practices for hiring success

Tips to overcome the challenges of hiring compliance

Planning meetings across time zones

Tips to help plan meetings across time zones.

10 things to include in an employee handbook

What content should you include in an employee handbook?

How to find the best global employment organization for your business

Here’s what you should know about partnering with a GEO.

How to overcome time zone differences

Learn how to harness the benefits of multiple time zones.

New in March: Expanding our partner ecosystem

Learn about the six new partners that joined us in March.

Streamline global hiring and make an impact: June feature updates

See what's new this month.

How to report and administer payroll in Germany as a distributed company

Hiring in Germany? Start here.

Introducing the new additions to Oyster’s leadership team

Meet Ellen Silver and Mark Frein.

How to ace an online interview for a remote job

What you need to keep in mind.

Building community in the digital age with Lars Schmidt, Founder and Community Catalyst of Amplify

How to build an authentic community for People Ops leaders.

What is the difference between a bonus and commission?

Understand the intricacies between a bonus and commission.

The best tools for digital nomads and freelancers

Make your life easier with these tools.

How to know when it’s time to convert a contractor to a full-time employee

Officially converting a contractor to an employee.

Guide to strategic workforce planning

Why workforce planning is critical for your organization.

What Amazon's human resources issues tell us about the state of HR tech

Uncover how your company can streamline HR processes.

15 ideas for virtual company retreats

Find the perfect virtual retreat for your team.

Embracing cultural differences in the workplace

A closer look at cultural diversity in the workplace.

What it takes to build distributed communities with Lars Schmidt

Building strong communities is more important than ever.

Meet Oyster Integrations: Your gateway to a seamless HR workflow

Streamline your global employment workflow.

What equipment do I need to work remotely?

Creating a proper work from home set up.

Utilizing HR Contract Management Software

What you need to know about implementing contract management

5 team-building ideas for remote teams

Some ideas for remote team building for your company to try.

5 risks of hiring independent contractors

What employers should be aware of when hiring a contractor.

How a new way of working is creating a more balanced work culture

The cultural shift has helped bring positive change.

How to make a PTO spreadsheet

Here are some things to include in your leave tracker sheet.

Building the best global employment experience with innovative new partners in May

See who's joined our partner network this month.

4 reasons to hire a contractor in another country

Why should you hire a contractor in a foreign country?

Announcing Oyster’s SOC 2 compliance

Learn about Oyster's high security standards.

How much does it cost to hire an employee?

How to calculate the cost of hiring an employee.

Managing managers with Natasha Kehimkar [Podcast]

Managers play a key role within a company's structure.

The key to managing across cultures in 2022 and beyond

We look at the challenges and how to overcome them.

Creating an employee offboarding checklist

Understand the importance of a solid offboarding process.

Which countries offer digital nomad visas?

We explore 35 countries that offer digital nomad visas.

Building an effective onboarding program for remote workers

Improve retention and productivity with great onboarding.

How job training should look different across your distributed team

What it takes to build an effective training program.

Understanding independent contractor taxes in the US

Find out more about independent contractor taxes in the US.

How to set employee expectations for remote work

How remote work guidelines lead to greater efficiency.

Creating a culture of continuous feedback in a remote environment with Shelby Wolpa [Podcast]

Proven strategies for creating feedback loops at work.

Want to hire internationally? These free global HR tools can help

Managing a globally distributed team just got easier.

New in February: Expanding our partner ecosystem

See who joined us as a partner this month.

Which country gets the most vacation days?

Vacation days based on your employee's country.

True or false? 10 myths about hiring global employees

Common misconceptions about hiring global employees.

What's the difference between an employer of record and a staffing agency?

Spot the difference between an EOR and a staffing agency.

Where do remote workers in the U.S. pay taxes?

A guide to understanding employer tax obligations.

Introducing Oyster Academy

Online courses on distributed work.

How to create an employee engagement survey

How to ensure that your employees care about their work.

Replacing work-life balance with work-life synergy

The future of work feels more human.

Introducing Oyster’s Time Zone Crossover Calculator

Ready to expand your team across time zones?

Going global, feeling local: The distributed future of tech work

What the new world of tech work looks like.

Announcing our new free distributed HR toolkit

Cost calculator? Legal starter pack? We've got you covered.

Oyster appoints new VP of Customer Experience, Amanda Greene

Another exciting addition to our leadership team.

Technical recruiting tips for sourcing and hiring the best tech talent

Advice for hiring the most highly sought-after tech talent.

How to provide company wellness programs for your employees

How to put together wellness programs for your employees.

Understanding employer of record (EOR) services and their importance for distributed companies

What you need to know.

Maternity leave in the United States: What you need to know

Understand what maternity leave looks like in the US.

The advantages of hiring in emerging markets

Why companies are increasingly embracing globalization.

Global onboarding best practices

Set up new employees for long-term success.

EORs in the Philippines: Everything you need to know

Looking for an EOR in the Philippines? Learn more.

How to track employee vacation accrual

Understanding vacation accrual for your employees.

How to build an effective and successful onboarding strategy

Cultivate a positive onboarding experience for your team.

Leading with compassion: How to cultivate well-being in a distributed workplace

What can leaders do to cultivate well-being?

Building a winning partnership program: Oyster awarded Best Partner Experience by PartnerStack

Learn more about our Oyster affiliate partner program!

A strong foundation for future impact: Oyster’s 2022 impact report

We share some impact highlights from 2022.

How to manage a global team

Common challenges to be aware of when hiring a global team.

Announcing our $150M Series C funding round at a $1 billion+ valuation

A huge milestone for the Oyster team.

Every Director of People Operations needs these 5 qualities to manage remote teams

These skills are in high demand for remote leaders.

People leaders share their expert advice for managing mental health in a remote environment

Tips straight from the experts.

How to increase psychological safety on remote teams

Tips for fostering a psychologically safe work environment.

Employers of Record (EORs) in Spain: Everything you need to know

Looking for an EOR in Spain? Here's what you need to know.

Contractor onboarding: Creating a checklist

Seamlessly incorporate new talent into your organization.

Distributed team culture: How to build culture with no central office

Strategies to improve communication and collaboration.

Discover Oyster’s new free courses for job seekers

Elevate your career with Oyster.

Utilizing an onboarding tracker

Discover the benefits of a well-executed onboarding process.

The top 3 global benefits challenges (and free tools for solving them)

Providing benefits on a global scale? We've got you covered.

How to account for PTO in payroll

A guide for factoring PTO into your payroll schedule.

Introducing The Reef: Oyster’s Open-Source Employee Guide

Learn all about how we work at Oyster.

How Oyster shines a light on the global hiring process

Oyster positions you with a competitive global advantage.

The best jobs for digital nomads and freelancers

Give one of these remote jobs a try!

How to pay independent contractors around the globe

All about establishing payment terms, methods, and more.

5 proven strategies to get a diverse applicant pool from a range of countries

Diversity isn’t a buzzword. It’s a must-have.

3 Global hiring trends for 2022

Let's talk about some of the basics of global hiring trends.

How to provide health insurance for non-employees

Things to consider around health benefits for non-employees.

Guide to H-1B visas for employers

Why H-1B visas are issued and how employers can help.

Mexico labor laws: A comprehensive overview

Hiring in Mexico? Start here!

Navigating the global workforce with Cory McGonigle Rose [Podcast]

Strategies for people ops teams working across borders.

Statutory benefits in India: What they are and why they matter when hiring for distributed teams

Stay compliant when hiring international employees.

Why the renaissance of HR begins today

The HR industry is at a crucial turning point.

How to maintain security when employees work remotely

Your guide to network security for remote workers.

The tax implications of working remotely from another state

Common tax implications of remote work.

5 benefits of hiring remote workers in 2023

Considering the benefits of remote work.

Managing conflict in a remote environment with Kimberly Bringas

Consider using conflict as an opportunity to connect.

15 tools every people operations manager needs when managing remote teams

Engage and support your remote team with these tools.

Remote hiring for startups

Should your startup take a global approach to hiring?

Argentina payroll: What global companies need to know

Stay compliant with Argentina's local labor laws.

Rethinking people operations on an international scale with Cory McGonigle Rose

Tips for navigating a global workforce.

How to manage remote employees

Tips to create a well-managed team.

Employers of Record (EORs) in the UK: Everything you need to know

Looking for an EOR in the UK? Here's what you need to know.

What is digital presenteeism and how do you avoid it on a remote team?

Ensure your remote employees maintain a healthy balance.

How to make remote employees feel included

Making sure your remote employees feel valued.

How to hire ethically

Some tips for making your hiring process more ethical.

What's the difference between statutory and non-statutory benefits?

Identifying the different types of benefits.

How to keep your remote employees engaged

We share our top tips.

What are the most important employee benefits?

Benefits to help companies stand out from the rest.

What metrics should you use to measure payroll performance?

Here's what you should be tracking.

Upskilling and training on a global scale with Cara Brennan Allamano [Podcast]

Are you engaging your employees with continuous learning?

The 7 best remote job boards for 2022

Find your next opportunity with these top job boards.

Announcing Oyster’s affiliate program

What it is and how it works.

How to pay international employees overseas: A guide for distributed companies

Global payroll can be tricky. We've got you covered!

What’s the difference between a contractor and an employee?

Know the distinctions between a contractor and an employee.

Watch Oyster Ascent 2022 on demand

Revisit the insights from Ascent by Oyster.

Top workcation locations

Take some time away from your regular work space.

What to look for in a global employment solution

Make sure to consider these six key areas.

The Global Employment Report 2022: Exploring global hiring for fast-growing companies

Learn how global hiring can help your company thrive.

How to recruit globally

Tips to help you recruit talent from across the globe.

What is upskilling and why does it matter for distributed teams?

Why upskilling is better than firing and hiring.

Introducing the New World of Work podcast

The working world is a lot different these days.

EOR vs. PEO: What's the difference, and which is better for distributed teams?

Understand which option is best for you.

Why impact-driven businesses will come out on top in the war for talent with Nicholas Andreou [Podcast]

Fostering a sense of purpose at work is essential.

How to network when you work from home

Make meaningful connections while working remotely.

What countries offer free health care?

How to travel while working remotely

The benefits of traveling while working remotely.

Should where you live determine what you're paid? [Podcast]

A deep dive into the location-agnostic compensation model.

10 companies with remote work policies

Remote work is here to stay.

Remote check-ins: Setting up effective meetings for distributed teams

Improve the efficiency of your remote meetings today.

Benefits of hiring international employees

Should your company be hiring employees abroad?

Six savvy questions to ask before outsourcing payroll

These considerations will help you find the right provider.

What is an indefinite contract?

Understanding employment contract options.

How to get a job working remotely: tips and tricks

Where to look and how to apply for a remote job.

How much is health insurance for 1099 workers?

Must-knows about insurance for independent contractors.

Communication strategies for remote teams

Start building an effective communication plan today.

What to consider when working remotely for a U.S. company

What you need to know when working remotely.

Employers of record (EORs) in Brazil: Everything you need to know

Find out more about EOR services in Brazil.

Maternity leave in Australia: Everything you need to know

Ensure you're staying compliant.

How to relocate an employee internationally

Help an employee navigate the relocation process.

How to invoice as a contractor

Simple steps for sending an invoice as a contractor.

Remote vs. distributed: What the differences are and why distributed is the future of work

Distributed work is here to stay. Is your HR team ready?

How much does it cost to hire internationally?

The costs associated with growing your team internationally.

Help is on the way: April feature updates

See what's new this month.

New in January: Expanding our partner ecosystem

Check out the partners we've recently brought on board.

Workplace benefits in Spain: Everything you need to know

The mandatory benefits you must provide (and some perks).

Join us at Ascent by Oyster 2022

Register for free and join us at Ascent by Oyster on Aug 11

How to let employers know you're open to work on LinkedIn

How to be open to work on LinkedIn, the right way.

How to build connections between remote employees

Make remote employees feel connected with these tips.

What’s the best way to pay independent contractors?

It’s time to answer: what’s the best way to pay contractors?

Equity incentive plans: What are they and how do you offer them?

Why equity incentive plans are popular recruitment tools.

Is it better to hire an employee or a contractor?

The right talent is essential to any company's success.

Automating global hiring with Oyster

Learn about our new automated hiring process.

How to attract global talent to work for your company

Creating a well-defined global recruitment strategy.

Do companies have to offer paid time off?

Explore PTO requirements around the world.

Oyster teams up with industry-leading HR service providers

We're expanding our partner ecosystem.

How much does it cost to hire in Canada?

Find out the true cost of hiring in Canada.

Global HR compliance: Dealing with HR issues within distributed teams

The most common challenges and how to handle them.

What is multi-country payroll?

A guide to understanding and managing payroll globally.

All about maternity leave in Italy

What you need to know.

Making the move to a hybrid model with Eventbrite's David Hanrahan [Podcast]

What does the future of the hybrid workforce look like?

How to relocate while working remotely

What to consider when relocating.

Connection through conflict with Kimberly Bringas [Podcast]

Conflict isn't always a bad thing.

Why balance is the new hustle with Mai Ton [Podcast]

Tips for living a more well-rounded life.

How to convert a contractor salary to an employee salary

Converting existing contractors to full-time employees.

The advantages of remote working

Discover the advantages & benefits of remote work.

What’s the difference between public and private health insurance?

Understanding different types of insurance for employees.

How to get hired anywhere with Oyster’s Global Employment Pass

Ready to get hired anywhere?

Closing the tech talent gap: 10 Global hot spots where tech talent is on the rise

Look beyond Silicon Valley and other mega tech hubs.

Celebrating Pride Month as a distributed company

It starts with fostering inclusivity across timezones.

How to run an international background check

Find out the best way to run a global background check.

Do H-1B visas even matter if you can hire employees in any country?

Save yourself time by starting here.

Hire equitably: Resources for hiring refugee talent

Icebreaker ideas for remote meetings

Spark conversation among your remote team with these ideas.

How to build a more efficient hiring process

Create a detailed and thorough hiring process.

How does parental leave in the Netherlands work?

We walk you through what it looks like.

How to land a remote role: 9 tips for remote workers

Stand out from the crowd and get the remote job you want.

How much does it cost to hire in the US?

Get an idea of the associated costs of hiring in the US.

Why are companies switching to remote work?

With remote work seeing a surge, discover why many companies

How much does an employee cost?

Employee costs go beyond just salaries.

When do employers have to provide benefits?

Discover when your employees are entitled to get benefits.

Supporting your employees who need to urgently relocate

A guide to which countries are open to Ukrainian nationals.

The top challenges of remote employee relocation (and how to solve them)

Tips for managing the recent uptick in relocation requests.

Global project management: How to manage a project across multiple countries

Learn how to manage projects across multiple countries.

Key takeaways from our 2022 Employee Expectations report

Remote work, work-life balance, and culture are key.

How to stay afloat in times of transition and economic downturn

We explore 5 things you can do now.

What are the different types of leave from work?

There are 6 types of leave that you must offer employees.

How to complete new employee onboarding forms

Ensure employees complete all necessary onboarding work.

What taxes do employees pay on equity?

Learn more about taxes on equity.

Can you work from anywhere with a remote job?

Things to consider when working remotely.

How managers can support the wellbeing of their remote and distributed teams

Help teams avoid burnout, stress, and "always on" culture.

The ultimate guide to learning and development for remote teams

We show you how—step-by-step.

Checklist for making global employment packages

What to include in a global employment package.

New in December: Expanding our partner ecosystem

Meet our newest partners!