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A collection of content tailor-made for HR managers, People leaders, and anyone employing a distributed workforce.

5 must-haves for your global compensation strategy

Find out what to include in your global compensation plan.

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.

How to create an independent contractor agreement

Learn how to create an independent contractor agreement.

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

Learn all you need to know about EOR services in India.

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 provide company wellness programs for your employees

How to put together wellness programs for your employees.

How much does it cost to hire in Canada?

Find out the true cost of hiring in Canada.

How much does it cost to hire in the US?

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

Connecting the world: Using your Oyster referral link to promote global hiring

Score five tips for sharing your Oyster referral link!

Global talent acquisition: 5 tips for your international hiring strategy

How to identify and recruit talent from across the globe.

How to set employee expectations for remote work

How remote work guidelines lead to greater efficiency.

Embracing cultural differences in the workplace

A closer look at cultural diversity in the workplace.

Employers of Record (EORs) in the U.S.: Everything you need to know

Find out more about how Employers of Record in the U.S.

Remote employee training tips

How to create a training program for remote workers.

Best practices for setting goals and measuring success with remote workers

Discover more about the best way to evaluate remote workers.

Announcing Oyster’s SOC 2 compliance

Learn about Oyster's high security standards.

5 benefits of hiring remote workers in 2023

Considering the benefits of remote work.

How to build connections between remote employees

Make remote employees feel connected with these tips.

How to make remote employees feel included

Making sure your remote employees feel valued.

Icebreaker ideas for remote meetings

Spark conversation among your remote team with these ideas.

How to build a hiring process for a non-profit organization

Non-profit hiring differs from other organizations.

How does hiring automation work?

Using automated hiring to gain a competitive edge.

How long should a probationary period be?

A quick insight into probationary periods around the world.

A new paradigm for employee performance

Is today's performance management a flawed system?

What are stock options for employees?

Here's an intro to common types of employee stock options.

How to find interns to work for your startup

Find out why hiring interns is a good idea for your startup.

Guide to H-1B visas for employers

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

How to find open to work candidates on LinkedIn

Tips for utilizing LinkedIn hiring tools.

15 ideas for virtual company retreats

Find the perfect virtual retreat for your team.

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

A guide to understanding employer tax obligations.

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

Learn more about our Oyster affiliate partner program!

Pros and cons of hiring internally vs externally

How to decide between internal and external hiring.

How to build a more efficient hiring process

Create a detailed and thorough hiring process.

5 ways to reduce your hiring costs

How to lower hiring costs when seeking talent.

How much does it cost to hire internationally?

The costs associated with growing your team internationally.

How to attract global talent to work for your company

Creating a well-defined global recruitment strategy.

How to stay afloat in times of transition and economic downturn

We explore 5 things you can do now.

What is included in a benefits package?

Strengthen your company's benefits package with these tips.

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.

Guide to hiring global employees

The intricacies of hiring global talent.

Remote onboarding: the do’s and don’ts to get it right

Remote onboarding checklist inside!

How to increase psychological safety on remote teams

Tips for fostering a psychologically safe work environment.

8 benefits of asynchronous work

Understanding the asynchronous advantage.

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

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

Building trust in a remote work environment

Actionable tips for nurturing trust within remote teams.

Checklist for making global employment packages

What to include in a global employment package.

Utilizing global hiring automation

Your guide to understanding global automated hiring.

How Oyster shines a light on the global hiring process

Oyster positions you with a competitive global advantage.

Contractor onboarding: Creating a checklist

Seamlessly incorporate new talent into your organization.

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

The cultural shift has helped bring positive change.

EORs in the Philippines: Everything you need to know

Looking for an EOR in the Philippines? Learn more.

EORs in Portugal: Everything you need to know

What you should know when looking for an EOR in Portugal.

Creating an employee offboarding checklist

Understand the importance of a solid offboarding process.

Setting up a foreign subsidiary—the main advantages and disadvantages

We outline how to set one up (and some easier alternatives).

How to manage remote employees

Tips to create a well-managed team.

What are the most important employee benefits?

Benefits to help companies stand out from the rest.

How to welcome a new employee to your team

Some simple steps you can take to welcome a new team member.

Meet Oyster Integrations: Your gateway to a seamless HR workflow

Streamline your global employment workflow.

What you need to know about Employers of Record (EORs) and Hiring in Germany

Find out more about hiring and EORs in Germany

4 common mistakes that affect distributed team efficiency

We explore common mistakes and how you can avoid them.

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

Why equity incentive plans are popular recruitment tools.

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

Improve the efficiency of your remote meetings today.

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

Find out more about EOR services in Brazil.

How to mitigate risks while hiring independent contractors

Avoid these common risks associated with hiring contractors.

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

Understanding EORs in Canada.

Do companies have to offer paid time off?

Explore PTO requirements around the world.

How to hire someone from another country

Expand your recruitment efforts.

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.

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

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

The most pressing challenges of international HR (and how to solve them)

The best strategies for overcoming these common challenges.

Six savvy questions to ask before outsourcing payroll

These considerations will help you find the right provider.

What to look for in a global employment solution

Make sure to consider these six key areas.

5 risks of hiring independent contractors

What employers should be aware of when hiring a contractor.

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

Understand what maternity leave looks like in the US.

How to relocate an employee internationally

Help an employee navigate the relocation process.

Maternity leave in Australia: Everything you need to know

Ensure you're staying compliant.

How to convert a contractor salary to an employee salary

Converting existing contractors to full-time employees.

How to deliver global consistency when equipping remote workers

The same experience for every employee, everywhere.

Creating a global benefits strategy

Build a strong global benefits strategy for your team.

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

Officially converting a contractor to an employee.

Three ways to build strong relationships with your hybrid team

From adapting workflows to adopting new software.

Is it better to hire an employee or a contractor?

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

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

Know the distinctions between a contractor and an employee.

Why is Latin America a great market for tech companies?

Explore some of the reasons behind this success.

Building an effective onboarding program for remote workers

Improve retention and productivity with great onboarding.

Non-solicitation agreements for independent contractors explained

Things you should know about contractor agreements.

What is an indefinite contract?

Understanding employment contract options.

Creating a payroll breakdown

Understanding payroll taxes & your employer responsibility.

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

Spot the difference between an EOR and a staffing agency.

How to recruit globally

Tips to help you recruit talent from across the globe.

How to convince a contractor to become a full-time employee

Having the discussion: contractor to employee.

How to avoid burnout on your distributed team

Exploring the importance of boundaries.

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

Understanding different types of insurance for employees.

How to account for PTO in payroll

A guide for factoring PTO into your payroll schedule.

Meet the people behind the numbers: What remote workers expect from employers

As told by startup workers.

How to hire independent contractors

A overview of how to hire independent contractors.

How to overcome the biggest learning and development challenges on distributed teams

Hint: Technology is a huge help!

How to build an effective and successful onboarding strategy

Cultivate a positive onboarding experience for your team.

Managing your operational expenses for remote workers

Better manage your business expenses to pay remote workers.

Mexico labor laws: A comprehensive overview

Hiring in Mexico? Start here!

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

Identifying the different types of benefits.

Why operationalizing distributed work means going beyond just technology

Creating an effective remote work environment for your team.

The importance of hiring new employees

4 reasons you shouldn't downplay hiring a new employee.

How to hire remote employees

Explore the numerous benefits of hiring remote employees.

Communication strategies for remote teams

Start building an effective communication plan today.

The advantages of direct deposit for employees

Why direct deposit is a simple way to save time and effort.

Streamline global hiring and make an impact: June feature updates

See what's new this month.

Utilizing HR Contract Management Software

What you need to know about implementing contract management

Automating global hiring with Oyster

Learn about our new automated hiring process.

Finding and hiring tech talent around the world

Grab a copy of our ebook written in partnership with Hired!

Health insurance for foreign nationals

How to provide health insurance to foreign nationals.

Remote hiring for startups

Should your startup take a global approach to hiring?

4 reasons to hire developers in Brazil

Brazil is a top choice for hiring developer talent.

Celebrating Pride Month as a distributed company

It starts with fostering inclusivity across timezones.

The case for global talent in a downturn, and always

The time is now to hire global talent

Should HR teams set OKRs?

Should your People team set OKRs?

How to hire ethically

Some tips for making your hiring process more ethical.

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

Learn how global hiring can help your company thrive.

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

Learn all about how we work at Oyster.

How to build a diverse team

Learn how a diverse team can make your business a success.

Benefits of hiring international employees

Should your company be hiring employees abroad?

What is a global employment platform?

And why do companies need one?

Understanding payroll rules and regulations

Payroll compliance is essential to running any business.

Understanding the employment barriers for refugees

Navigate the complexities of hiring refugee talent.

Simplify global payroll with Oyster’s new integration with QuickBooks Online

Learn about how Oyster and QuickBooks Online work together.

Utilizing an onboarding tracker

Discover the benefits of a well-executed onboarding process.

How to grant stock options to international employees

The best way to provide stock options for your team.

How to overcome time zone differences

Learn how to harness the benefits of multiple time zones.

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

What you need to know.

True or false? 10 myths about hiring global employees

Common misconceptions about hiring global employees.

Do part-time employees get benefits?

Find out what benefits to offer your part-time employees.

How to onboard a new employee

The basic guidelines for onboarding new employees.

How to manage a global team

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

Streamline the end-to-end global employment process by connecting BambooHR to Oyster

Free up your calendar to focus on the bigger picture.

Oyster for Refugees: Bridging the gap between talent and opportunity

You have the power to make a big impact!

Building a hiring pipeline

Tips for building a successful hiring pipeline.

Do employers have to offer health insurance?

Are you required to provide healthcare to your team?

4 ways to assess and hire for team fit at a distributed company

Learn how to hire for team fit (and why it's important).

How much does it cost to hire an employee?

How to calculate the cost of hiring an employee.

Guide to maternity leave in countries around the world

A guide to maternity leave around the world.

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.

Tips for hiring new employees

How to have a clearly defined hiring process.

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

See who's joined our partner network this month.

How to track employee vacation accrual

Understanding vacation accrual for your employees.

How to make a PTO spreadsheet

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

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

Strategies to improve communication and collaboration.

How to provide health insurance for non-employees

Things to consider around health benefits for non-employees.

4 reasons to hire a contractor in another country

Why should you hire a contractor in a foreign country?

15 tools every people operations manager needs when managing remote teams

Engage and support your remote team with these tools.

What’s the best way to pay independent contractors?

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

What are the different types of leave from work?

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

Distributed agile: The challenges with distributed teams working agile

Best practices for remote teams.

Do part-time employees get holiday pay?

A guide to holiday pay for part-time employees.

3 Global hiring trends for 2022

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

Argentina payroll: What global companies need to know

Stay compliant with Argentina's local labor laws.

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

Tips for living a more well-rounded life.

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?

How to run an international background check

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

How we approach project management at a remote company

Get an inside look at Oyster's process.

What to do when an employee's visa expires

Learn about employee visas here!

Do independent contractors get paid vacation?

Find out if independent contractors are entitled to PTO.

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

We share some impact highlights from 2022.

Driving remote engagement with HiBob's Annie Rosencrans

How the right tech can help build your distributed culture.

Guide to strategic workforce planning

Why workforce planning is critical for your organization.

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

A huge milestone for the Oyster team.

New in April: Expanding our partner ecosystem

See who we’ve partnered with this month!

5 benefits of automated multi-country payroll

Learn more about automated multi-country payroll.

Oyster is changing the future of work by aligning investment and mission

Our CEO shares his thoughts on our Series C funding round.

Which country gets the most vacation days?

Vacation days based on your employee's country.

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

What the new world of tech work looks like.

Can an independent contractor have a company email address?

Company email addresses for independent contractors.

5 challenges of international HR (and how to overcome them)

What global HR leaders need to know.

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

Learn how to manage projects across multiple countries.

Why your workplace strategy is now your talent strategy with Tushar Agarwal [Podcast]

How to retain talent through a flexible workplace approach.

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

Ensure your remote employees maintain a healthy balance.

Find three new pearls inside Oyster: Feature update

You’re going to love these shiny new Oyster updates.

What metrics should you use to measure payroll performance?

Here's what you should be tracking.

How to pay independent contractors around the globe

All about establishing payment terms, methods, and more.

Key takeaways from our 2022 Employee Expectations report

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

Employee Expectations report: Knowledge workers want flexibility, support, and the ability to work from anywhere

How employee expectations have changed after the pandemic.

New in March: Expanding our partner ecosystem

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

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

Managing a globally distributed team just got easier.

Supporting your employees who need to urgently relocate

A guide to which countries are open to Ukrainian nationals.

HR tech talk: Rethinking how we work in a distributed future

Our friends at Lingo Live, HiBob, and Officevibe weigh in.

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

Save yourself time by starting here.

How to keep your remote employees engaged

We share our top tips.

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

Hiring in Germany? Start here.

Workplace benefits in Spain: Everything you need to know

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

The key to managing across cultures in 2022 and beyond

We look at the challenges and how to overcome them.

How to support your team members who have been affected by the crisis in Ukraine

We highlight what you can do and resources you can provide.

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

Are you engaging your employees with continuous learning?

How to find top remote talent in 2022

Top tips for identifying and recruiting remote job seekers.

How job training should look different across your distributed team

What it takes to build an effective training program.

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

These skills are in high demand for remote leaders.

What it takes to build distributed communities with Lars Schmidt

Building strong communities is more important than ever.