Podcasts about remote first

From being laid off at 5 weeks postpartum to generating nearly $700K in 14 months, Julia Arpag demonstrates how embracing change can lead to extraordinary success. After launching Aligned Recruitment, she developed a unique retainer model that transformed client relationships and created predictable revenue while building a remote team that serves clients internationally. Julia founded Aligned Recruitment, specializing in tech recruitment for small and medium-sized businesses. Join us as she shares her journey from unexpected layoffs to building a thriving recruitment practice.   Episode Outline and Highlights [01:28] Journey into recruitment through college admissions. [03:17] The layoff that sparked entrepreneurship - 5 weeks postpartum. [08:11] Starting the business part-time during maternity leave. [16:49] Developing a unique monthly retainer model. [21:02] Creating trust through a generous partnership approach. [25:10] Building and structuring a remote team. [30:34] International recruitment strategy and market focus. [39:41] Handholding new clients. [49:26] Detailed breakdown of successful sales campaigns.  [54:14] Running multiple lead generation campaigns. [57:15] Faith, family, and building with purpose.   Reimagining the Recruitment Business Model Julia developed a distinctive monthly retainer model that transformed how she partners with clients: "A lot of recruiters only charge fee-based. So they're like, wait, you want me to pay you before you've given me a hire? Like, that's psychotic... I want to be your go-to recruitment partner for the entirety of the existence of your business." Julia's retainer model in recruitment operates on a monthly subscription-like approach, charging clients based on the number of roles they need to fill rather than per placement. Here's how it works and its unique benefits: How the Retainer Model Works: Flat Monthly Fee: Clients pay a monthly retainer based on the estimated time and effort required to fill their roles. Per-Role Pricing: The fee scales with the number of roles, offering discounts for higher volumes (e.g., five or more roles). Flexible Engagement: Clients can start with a single role to test the service and then expand based on their hiring needs. Transparent Estimation: Julia provides upfront estimates for time-to-fill, often under-promising and over-delivering. This approach translates to unique relationships, repeat business, and client trust building as summarized below: Cost Efficiency: Clients avoid paying steep, one-time placement fees, even if multiple candidates are hired for a single role. Trust and Partnership: The model fosters long-term relationships, positioning Julia as an extension of the client's team rather than a transactional vendor. Predictability: Fixed monthly costs provide budget certainty, even for complex or ongoing hiring needs. Comprehensive Support: This option is ideal for smaller businesses without in-house recruiting teams. It offers a "fractional recruiter" who handles all hiring needs without the risks of permanent staff. This model balances generosity with strategic value, prioritizing trust and repeat business over short-term gains.   Building a Systematic Sales Campaign Despite never closing a deal before launching her business, Julia developed a systematic sales approach that helped her reach nearly $700K in 14 months. She shares her exact process: Lead Research: "I have someone on Fiverr... charges me 10 bucks for 50 lead needs" with clear parameters: Companies with under 200 employees Currently hiring software engineers Contacts from C-suite and engineering leadership Multi-Channel Campaign: Step 1: Sends personalized Loom videos via email (using Apollo) Step 2: Runs a parallel Dripify connection-only campaign on LinkedIn Step 3: After connection acceptance, follow up with LinkedIn selfie videos "My theory is it's more personal... I think LinkedIn selfies are reminiscent of more personal messaging platforms where people feel like it's like their buddy Julia just dropping in to check in how their Tuesday's going." When running active campaigns, Julia commits to sending 20 personalized outreach videos daily or 100 per week. She also runs a separate automated Dripify messaging campaign targeting past client contacts, doubling down on what's working since many of her clients come from previous relationships. This systematic approach, combined with genuine relationship building, has helped her consistently win new business without traditional hard-selling techniques.   Remote Team Building and International Recruitment From solo founder to a team of four, Julia has built a remote-first practice that serves clients internationally. Starting with contract recruiters during her maternity leave, she strategically evolved her team structure based on business growth. Today, her team includes a Director of Talent Acquisition managing client delivery, an Operations Manager, and a Sourcer based in South Africa (hired through Remote First as EOR), all working virtually. "I employ them through an employer of record, an EOR. And I use Remote First... my entire team is remote. No one else is based here in Atlanta." This flexible team structure allows Julia to scale based on client needs while maintaining quality delivery through specialized roles - proving you can build a successful recruitment business without a traditional office-based team. Are you also interested in building a remote setup for your recruitment business?   Julia Arpag Bio and Contact Info Julia Arpag is the CEO & Founder of tech recruitment firm Aligned Recruitment. We've been in business since August 2023, are fully bootstrapped, have closed over $500k in new business, and are scaling fast.    We specialize in hiring for SMBs (10-200 employees) in the tech industry. We have clients in custom software development, platform management, real estate investment, and security hardware, to name a few.  I'm also a foster parent to two teen boys, a mom to two little boys, a wife, and a proud transplant to Atlanta from upstate NY. Julia on Linkedin Aligned Recruitment Website link People and Resources Mentioned Dripify LinkedIn Recruiter LinkedIn Sales Navigator Recruiter Flow (ATS/CRM) RemoFirst (EOR platform) Apollo Fiverr Loom   Connect with Mark Whitby Get your FREE 30-minute strategy call Mark on LinkedIn,  Mark on Twitter: @MarkWhitby Mark on Facebook Mark on Instagram: @RecruitmentCoach   Subscribe to The Resilient Recruiter If you've been enjoying the podcast, please take two minutes to leave a review. Your review is greatly appreciated because it helps us attract a bigger audience and help more recruiters.

What does global mobility mean in today's world of remote work? Isabel Rodriguez, Global Mobility People Partner, provides ‌insights into how remote work supports flexibility and shapes Revolut's dynamic, global workplace. From temporary work-abroad policies to engagement trips, Isabel explains the ways Revolut helps employees stay connected and engaged in a remote-first environment, and how global mobility makes it possible. In this episode, Alex and Isabel discuss: - An overview of what global mobility covers and how it drives flexibility for employees - Isabel's travel experiences that shaped her global mobility journey - How global mobility actively supports Revolut's approach to remote work - The pros and cons of a remote-first model - Tips to make the most of remote working and build relationships with colleagues - Revolut's expanded Temporary Work from Abroad policy explained - Why Revolut offers this benefit for employees and how it adds value - How engagement trips strengthen team bonds in a remote environment - The relocation support provided by the Global Mobility team - Their views on global mobility and remote working Follow Revolut Insider on Instagram: https://revolut.la/RevolutInsider View open career opportunities at Revolut: https://revolut.la/40yxgnR

In this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky speaks to Sara Baier, Director of People & Culture at Plume Health, who talks about why equitable compensation is crucial for remote-first companies.You can learn about Plume Health at https://getplume.co/

In this episode of the Remote CEO Show, I had the pleasure to interview, Milton Tutu. Milton is an accomplished marketing professional with over a decade years of experience in African fintech and e-commerce startups.  As the CMO of Selar, he has driven the company's growth, reaching over 1,000,000 users across 15 African countries, grossing over $142K in subscription revenue, and facilitating over $3M in payments to creators.  Milton has worked with various organizations and has been a keynote speaker at national and international platforms. He is a successful author and brand ambassador for Youthspark Pan African.  With his expertise as a certified NLP Practitioner and Results & Peak Performance Consultant, Milton excels in leading teams to achieve exceptional results in the corporate world.

Katya Laviolette is the Chief People Officer at 1Password. A fully remote organization since its inception in 2005, 1Password has undergone significant growth over the past few years as it's moved up to the enterprise, and has had to adapt and evolve its people and talent strategy to meet the needs of an evolving business and market.During our conversation, Katya spoke about some of the approaches she and the team have taken to strategically build a robust set of programs that provide intentional support and scaffolding to enable their workforce to be effective and engaged. Katya also spoke about the importance of leaders establishing clear guidelines and engaging in productive conflict, as well as how the company's remote-first environment has supplemented its focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB).LinksKatya's LinkedIn Profile:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/katya-laviolette-6907b726/ Katya's Previous Episode on The Edge of Work: https://theedgeofwork.buzzsprout.com/2046865/14679777-live-from-transform-mutual-mentorship-with-katya-laviolette-cpo-1password

Marisa Eikenberry interviews special guest Kevin Eikenberry and co-host Wayne Turmel about the newly revised second edition of The Long-Distance Leader. Together, they explore the biggest changes in remote work and leadership since the book's first release in 2018. Kevin and Wayne share insights on navigating the evolving world of hybrid work, the impact of technological advancements like Zoom, and the critical balance between synchronous and asynchronous work. Whether you're an established leader or new to remote teams, this conversation offers actionable strategies to thrive in a hybrid environment. Tune in to learn how remote leadership has transformed, what hybrid work truly means, and how you can stay ahead in the remote work revolution. Key Takeaways What's changed in remote leadership since 2018?  The rise of Zoom and its impact on work culture Challenges of hybrid work and how to overcome them The difference between remote-first and remote-friendly workplaces How the second edition of The Long-Distance Leader addresses modern leadership needs  Kevin's upcoming book on flexible leadership Surprising trends in remote work: Who really wants to stay remote? The importance of intentional leadership in hybrid teams    Featured Guest Name: Kevin Eikenberry Bio: Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group and co-author of Long-Distance Leader Timestamps 00:00 Intro: Welcome to the Show 01:33 What's New in The Long-Distance Leader, 2nd Edition? 04:22 Zoom Fatigue and Remote Work Tools 07:02 Hybrid Work: Challenges and Opportunities 09:08 Remote-First vs. Remote-Friendly Workplaces 11:09 Building Trust in Hybrid Teams 15:03 What You'll Learn from The 2nd Edition 17:29 Kevin's Next Project: The Flexible Leader 19:22 Who Actually Prefers Remote Work? 20:50 Leading Hybrid Teams with Intention 22:50 Virtual LeaderCon: Join Us! 23:09 Wrap-Up and How to Preorder the Book Related Episodes Remote-First vs. Remote-Friendly The Long-Distance Leader's Evolution and Its Ongoing Relevance The Long-Distance Leader Anniversary Episode How Remote Leadership Has Transformed Since 2018 Additional Resources Virtual LeaderCon Learn more about Wayne Turmel Email Wayne Turmel Connect with Wayne Turmel on LinkedIn Learn more about Marisa Eikenberry Email Marisa Eikenberry Connect with Marisa Eikenberry on LinkedIn Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Leader Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Teammate Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Team The Kevin Eikenberry Group Want us to answer one of your questions? Contact Us!   Subscribe to Long-Distance Worklife wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate the show 5 stars and leave a review! Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longdistanceworklife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2P22kW5iaX8zU3B0-HVCUA Website: https://longdistanceworklife.com/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longdistanceworklife   

Danielle Cuomo, the founder of Virtual Assist USA, shared her journey and insights on remote work on the Work From Home Forever podcast. Since 2008, she has been running her virtual assistant company with a fully remote team, embracing a remote-first culture. Initially motivated by flexibility and a desire to eliminate commuting, Danielle found that working from home allowed her to balance her professional responsibilities with personal interests like charity work and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Over time, as she started a family, the flexibility of remote work became even more valuable, enabling her to be present for her children while maintaining professional boundaries by setting up a dedicated home office. Danielle's experience and success with Virtual Assist USA underscore the significant benefits and potential of remote work, not only for business growth but also for personal and family life balance. To connect with Danielle: Website: ⁠Virtual Assist USA ________________________  Do you love the show? Check out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠official merch page⁠⁠⁠ ⁠on Etsy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and support the show! ________________________

In this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky speaks to Jonathan Treble, CEO of WithMe, about why being remote-first requires excellent communicationYou can learn about WithMe at https://withme.com/

This Day in Legal History: Posse Comitatus Act Passed On June 18, 1878, the U.S. Congress passed the Posse Comitatus Act, a significant piece of legislation that shaped the relationship between the military and civil authorities. The Act made it a felony to use the Army to enforce domestic policies without explicit authorization from Congress or the Constitution. This law emerged from the Reconstruction era's complexities, particularly the federal military's role in enforcing laws in the Southern states post-Civil War. The term "posse comitatus" translates to "power of the county," and the Act aimed to reinforce the principle that civil authorities should maintain law and order without military involvement. The Posse Comitatus Act reflected a commitment to preventing military overreach in civilian matters and preserving democratic governance structures. This principle has influenced various legal and military policies over the years, including modern discussions on the military's role in domestic security. The Act underscores the balance between maintaining national security and protecting civil liberties, a balance that remains a cornerstone of American legal and political thought.Fisker Inc., an electric-vehicle startup, filed for bankruptcy after halting production of its problematic Ocean SUV. The company's filing in Delaware lists assets between $500 million and $1 billion and liabilities between $100 million and $500 million. This bankruptcy protects Fisker from creditors while it plans repayment.Henrik Fisker, known for designing BMW and Aston Martin cars, founded Fisker Inc., his second EV venture to face bankruptcy. His previous company, Fisker Automotive, also went bankrupt in 2013. Fisker Inc. went public in 2020 through a SPAC merger, raising roughly $1 billion and partnering with Magna International Inc. for vehicle manufacturing.Production of the Fisker Ocean SUV began in November 2022 but was plagued by missing features and software bugs. Influential YouTuber Marques Brownlee's negative review in February further damaged the company's reputation. Fisker produced over 10,000 vehicles but delivered fewer than 5,000 to customers. The company tried partnering with franchised dealers but faced significant financial difficulties, warning in February about its uncertain future. Although it secured $150 million from a lender, a potential deal with an automaker fell through. Magna International, a partner, halted further production of the Ocean SUV. Fisker's bankruptcy highlights broader challenges in the EV market, with several other startups also filing for bankruptcy amid slowing sales in the U.S. and Europe.Troubled Electric Vehicle Maker Fisker Files for BankruptcyUnion members at Amazon.com Inc. have voted overwhelmingly to align with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, a major U.S. labor organization, in a move that could significantly impact staff contract negotiations. About 98% of the Amazon Labor Union (ALU) members supported this partnership, aimed at securing better jobs and working conditions for Amazon employees.The ALU, which achieved a historic win in 2022 by organizing workers at an Amazon facility in Staten Island, faced setbacks in subsequent elections and internal conflicts. The union struggled to bring Amazon to the negotiating table. However, ALU President Chris Smalls and 15 other officials reached an agreement with Teamsters President Sean O'Brien and his team in Washington. The Teamsters represent approximately 1.3 million people.This collaboration between the ALU and the Teamsters signals a significant step forward in labor organizing efforts at Amazon, potentially increasing pressure on the company to engage in meaningful negotiations with its workers. Amazon did not immediately respond to requests for comment outside normal business hours.Amazon Union Allies With Teamsters in Big Labor AdvanceThe EPA's new limits on PFAS in drinking water are a positive step but more comprehensive regulations are needed to manage the release and disposal of these harmful chemicals. At a recent conference, stakeholders including parents, firefighters, and farmers discussed the need for broader measures to eliminate nonessential PFAS uses and enforce stricter waste management practices.CDC data shows that reducing PFAS in drinking water correlates with lower blood levels of the chemicals in residents, validating the EPA's efforts. However, the current rules do not prevent the release of PFAS into water or apply to private wells, affecting millions of people.Environmental advocates emphasized the necessity of treating PFAS as hazardous wastes under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The EPA's recent designation of certain PFAS as hazardous under the Superfund law aids cleanup efforts but falls short of comprehensive waste regulation. Proper disposal methods are critical to prevent further contamination, yet data on PFAS waste disposal is limited due to insufficient regulation.Participants called for more stringent discharge permits under the Clean Water Act and quicker implementation of hazardous waste rules. PFAS, widely used in industries like semiconductors and battery production due to their stability and resistance to damage, require robust management to prevent environmental and health risks.Examples of contamination were highlighted, including high PFAS levels from military bases causing serious health issues. The EPA's database on waste transfers shows significant amounts of PFAS-contaminated materials being sent to incinerators and other facilities, underscoring the need for better waste tracking and management.Advocates stress that eliminating unnecessary PFAS uses and implementing strong regulatory measures are essential steps to protect communities and the environment from long-term PFAS contamination.PFAS Drinking Water Limits Praised but More Regulations SoughtIn the ongoing litigation over Johnson & Johnson's (J&J) allegedly cancer-causing baby powders, a new legal battle has emerged over attorney-client privilege. Plaintiffs' lawyers accuse J&J of misusing the bankruptcy process to evade liability and are pushing for the crime-fraud exception to force the company to disclose internal communications. This could reveal J&J's strategies to limit liability in around 61,000 talc-related cases. The litigation involves J&J's use of the "Texas Two-Step," where it transfers liabilities to a subsidiary, which then files for bankruptcy. This maneuver has been met with controversy and legal challenges. Plaintiffs' attorneys argue that J&J's actions are fraudulent attempts to avoid liability and are calling for these communications to be made public to bolster their case.In a recent development, the plaintiffs are also seeking to disqualify some lawyers representing J&J and to prevent the company from proceeding with an $11 billion global settlement plan. This settlement, which requires approval from 75% of the plaintiffs, has faced opposition from some plaintiffs' firms.Despite J&J's efforts to resolve the litigation, the plaintiffs' legal team argues that more needs to be done to ensure justice for those affected by the contaminated talc products. They are also challenging J&J's use of bankruptcy as a tactic to force settlements and are pushing for the court to invalidate J&J's attorney-client privilege in this context. The outcome of this legal battle could significantly impact the strategies used in large-scale product liability cases, particularly those involving mass torts and bankruptcy.J&J's Talc Litigation Saga Gets Attorney-Client Privilege TwistThe IRS should adopt a remote-first work model to attract top talent and enhance operational efficiency. The COVID-19 pandemic proved that remote work is not only viable but also desirable for many employees, particularly in the tech sector. As the IRS continues to modernize with advanced technologies like AI and machine learning, it needs to recruit top-tier tech talent. Offering remote work can help attract this talent by allowing employees to work from anywhere, increasing job satisfaction and expanding the pool of potential applicants. The Treasury Department has found that job postings highlighting flexible working arrangements attract more applicants. Additionally, the IRS can save on overhead costs by reducing its physical office footprint, which remains significant despite many employees working remotely part-time. A remote-first approach would also help the IRS compete with private sector tech firms, which have successfully used remote work to attract employees despite offering lower salaries. This flexibility would enable the IRS to draw a diverse workforce, fostering a variety of perspectives and ideas. Existing policies limiting remote work to within 200 miles of an office need reform to maximize employee flexibility. Security is a critical concern, given the sensitive nature of taxpayer information the IRS handles. However, research indicates remote workers are often more aware of cybersecurity practices. To support a remote-first model, the IRS would need to invest in tech infrastructure and rework management and accountability measures to focus on outcomes rather than hours worked. Embracing remote work is essential for the IRS to continue modernizing and improving taxpayer interactions.IRS Should Embrace Remote-First Culture to Recruit Top Talent This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Blair Doyle is a wilderness first aid trainer who's going to be teaching some people in Victoria County how to deal with emergency situations in remote locations. 

Welcome to another insightful episode of “Building the Premier Accounting Firm,” where we delve into the transformative journey of Jason Snyder, the pioneering mind behind Aspire Advisors and Summa Ecommerce Advisors. Today, Jason shares his unique approach to modernizing accounting practices by emphasizing business advisory services and embracing remote-first business models. Here's what we covered: Main Themes: Introduction to Jason Snyder: Discover the visionary entrepreneur who has redefined accounting services by prioritizing advisory roles and combating entrepreneurial poverty through the Profit First system. Profit First System: Learn about Jason's implementation of this revolutionary system to help businesses better manage their finances and ensure sustainable growth. Building Remote-first Businesses: Insight into Jason's strategy for creating successful, remote-first entities, focusing on the advantages and methods of managing international teams, particularly in the Philippines. Hiring Practices and Team Building: Jason discusses his effective hiring strategies, from offering competitive salaries to conducting skill-based assessments, and the importance of direct relationships with employees to foster a positive work environment. Importance of Financial Statements and Data: Uncover the critical role comprehensive financial statements play in understanding a business's story through its numbers and how Jason coaches entrepreneurs to utilize this data effectively. Leadership and Communication: Explore Jason's views on the essential qualities of leadership, including curiosity and a genuine care for team members, and how technology like Loom videos can enhance client communication. Client Empowerment through Financial Insight: Jason advocates for empowering clients with insightful financial reports, stressing the necessity for entrepreneurs to understand their financials deeply. Personal Interests and Work-Life Balance: A glimpse into how personal interests, such as sports, are crucial for maintaining a healthy work-life balance and overall well-being. Advice for Aspiring Accounting Firms: Jason shares valuable insights and strategies for accounting firms aiming to transition towards more advisory-focused practices and leverage international talent. Key Takeaways: Embrace remote work and international hiring to access a wider pool of expertise and foster a diverse, skilled team. Prioritize business advisory services and financial coaching to add value beyond traditional accounting practices. Implement systems like Profit First to guide businesses away from financial instability towards sustainable growth. Leadership qualities, such as curiosity and genuine care for people, are indispensable in building successful, people-focused businesses. Technology and clear communication are essential tools in enhancing client relationships and ensuring that financial data translates into actionable insights. Thank you for tuning in to “Building the Premier Accounting Firm.” Don't forget to subscribe for more episodes on transforming the accounting landscape through innovation and leadership. 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Are you ready to unlock the secrets of thriving in a remote work environment? Today I'm taking a look into a remote business called Lullabot, where digital strategy, design, and Drupal development are the order of business.We'll look briefly into Lullabot's company culture and the benefits that set them apart. Join me as I give an overview of the job listings, not just for the roles they advertise but for the hidden messages they send about the company's values, their stance on remote work, and the elusive work-life balance.  This episode offers practical guidance on how to conduct your research and the right questions to ask to really get to the heart of what makes a prospective company tick.SUBSCRIBE__________________________Apple PodcastsSpotify Podcasts Click here remoteworklife.io to get a free list of > 100 businesses that hire remote talent.SOCIALS ___________Subscribe On YouTubeConnect on LinkedIn

In this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky speaks to Marco Zappacosta, CEO of Thumbtack, who talks about how remote-first requires you to be more deliberate.You can learn about Thumbtack at https://www.thumbtack.com/

In this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky speaks to Kelly Scheib, Chief People Officer at Crunchbase, who talks about what it takes to make remote-first work.You can learn about Crunchbase at https://www.crunchbase.com/

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How do you re-engineer the people function to support a post-Covid virtual organization? Shopify's CHRO explains.

“We're very committed to staying connected. We're very careful about how we meet, when we meet and who is in the various meetings”, says Marjorie as she highlights the key success factors to implementing a remote-first culture at insurtech, Openly. On the podcast this week, Marjorie charts her career journey from consultancy to insurance people leader. “I started my career in the lean six sigma field, mostly in technology. It gave me a fantastic appreciation for process and data and people.” “One of the things I recognized in consulting was you can have the greatest process and amazing data, but you've got to have the convergence of those two things plus the right people in the right roles. And so, I made an intentional decision to pivot toward the people side of things.”She discusses her love for growing people functions within scaling businesses and her role at Openly. “I absolutely love this stage of a company's growth because it really is about how you set up to grow an amazing, strong business with a solid foundation. That's got to be everything from technology to processes to the people and the strategy across the company. The insurance market and the insurance industry as a whole fit perfectly with that.”“One of the great things about Openly is we are so committed to the policyholder, to the agents and to our employees. It's a great marriage of the three.”Marjorie highlights Openly's growth, insurance products and distribution model.“We sell our insurance policies through 30,000 independent agents in 21 States. We giving those agents the technology and the tools makes it possible for them to do more business, to serve their customers better.They want an easy experience that they can rely on because that's their reputation.”Founded in 2017, Openly is a remote first environment. Marjorie discusses how the business keeps a team spread across 43 States, knitted together both professionally and personally. “We're always looking to improve opportunities for connection. We're actually rolling out ‘culture hubs' in specific locations where we have concentrations of employees. We spend a lot of time on Slack. Channels that are specifically business oriented, and channels more on the personal or fun side. People can find those levels of connection.”Marjorie gives insight in to how the business is developing storytelling – using employee spotlights to tell the story of what operational excellence looks like at Openly.“We're working with our engineering team right now to find a creative way to tell a story without being overly complex on the technical side. That's how our employees and anyone external who's listening can appreciate how technology really drives our business.”Discussing wellness, well-being and remote-working, Marjorie says, “We've started a ‘Be Well' programme. It's a monthly stipend that goes to employees to spend on any kind of wellness related activity. It could be a membership to a gym. It could be a ski pass or meditation sessions. And we've also been doing a series of panels, largely stemming from our DEI initiatives. When you're in any kind of a stressful environment and your employees are remote, there's an added challenge there because they don't have that in person outlet. We're doing an event around managing holiday stress. We also have a mental health expert coming in to talk to the entire company, looking for the signs and symptoms of any kind of mental distress.”Marjorie shares how building a remote workforce helps build a more diverse and inclusive culture within Openly. “We don't have geographical limitations when hiring, so that goes a long way. We built out our DEI programme this year. We started with a panel for International Women's Day. 10 female leaders across the business, came and talked about their...

On this episode of The Open Talent Report, Connor Heaney talks to John Riordan, Chairman of Grow Remote and Board Director at Boundless and Otonomee.John is an avid supporter of working remote-first. Throughout his career, he has worked for large and well-known businesses such as Virgin Atlantic, Apple and Shopify, helping them implement remote working in contact centre customer service. During the episode Connor & John discuss:John's storySetting up a contact centre customer service remote work model at Virgin AtlanticRemote work and being remote-firstWhat is driving return to office mandates?Labour Market Paradox and talent scarcity crisis – how can this be tackled?Africa – the solution to the demographic drought?HR tech – bubble or not?Predictions for the future of workWhat Grow Remote doesConnect with John: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johncriordan/Connect with Connor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hrmconnorheaney/Visit Grow Remote's website: https://growremote.ie/Visit CXC's website: https://www.cxcglobal.com/ 

How would you approach your team members for feedback in a remote environment? Ben Grynol and Michael ‘Miz' Mizrahi discuss how Levels team members give and receive feedback, the types of feedback we focus on, and suggest when to give feedback in real-time in a remote and async environment. Get Your Free Ultimate Guide to Glucose: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://levels.link/itc⁠⁠⁠⁠ Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health. Look for new shows every month on Levels - Inside the Company, where we have in-depth conversations about how the Levels startup team builds a movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Today, John Duisberg sits down with Seth Bartholomew, the Head of Employee Experience at Chronosphere. With a rich background in People leadership roles at top companies such as Huly, Disney, and FabFitFun, Seth has a unique perspective on how to create thriving company cultures and empower employees to truly flourish. Discover how Chronosphere operationalizes company values across different geographies and time zones, while maintaining a welcoming, remote-first environment. You'll also learn about the importance of intentionality in acquiring and retaining talent, the role of data in crafting better employee experiences, and the critical best practices shared in Chronosphere's Remote-First Playbook. Tune in to hear Seth and John's conversation about helping your organization and people flourish in a remote-first work environment.   Don't forget to join our leadership community at thegreatretention.com to stay informed about upcoming events and other helpful content designed to help you go further as a people-first leader and develop a winning culture, everywhere your leadership influence reaches.    Resources related to this episode Visit https://chronosphere.io/ Follow Seth Bartholomew at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethbartholomew/ Referenced during today's episode: https://www.donut.com/   Credits Theme Music

We talk about the myths around remote work, how do we build the right culture at the company & deep dive into tons of challenges that becomes excuses for many to call their employees back to office. Some of the points we discussed include:Building the right cultureGrowing the team remotelyOffsites or no offsitedCross team collaborationGlobal complianceAsynchronous workI first met Job years ago during his time at Gitlab - it's one of the OG remote work companies, probably one of the first few who scaled to more than 1000+ employees all remote. Job has been building remote companies for a while now & I enjoyed every bit of our conversation - I'm sure you will too!

Vanesa Cotlar, VP of People & Culture at PolicyMe, joined us on The Modern People Leader.   She shared how to get executive buy-in on people team hires you plan to make, what goes into building culture in a remote-first environment, and how to build trust remotely.  ---- This episode was brought to you by CandorIQ. Learn more here. ---- (2:25) Good news stories (7:52) Vanesa's career journey (12:54) How being a founder has helped her as a People Leader (15:26) What PolicyMe does (17:25) Employee choice & AI in HR (21:12) Experimenting with ChatGPT (29:35) What's keeping her up at night (31:05) Getting executive buy-in on hires you plan to make for the people team (see original post) (32:35) Her “if I had time, I'd do it” list (38:16) Building a good culture in a remote-first environment (41:55) The 12 events PolicyMe has per year (47:48) The importance of collecting feedback on a regular cadence (50:35) Building trust in a remote-first environment (56:15) Her advice to the one-person HR teams out there (59:30) Rapid fire questions ----

How do you cross the yawning chasm of lack of context in today's remote-first, distributed working environment? If you're in a management position, you might not even be aware of it or even worse, you might be dealing with it in a way that alienates your employees! It's no secret that I'm a huge fan […] The post The Context Chasm in today's remote first working world – with Leda Glyptis appeared first on Andrew Vorster.

Ever wondered why inclusion matters in the workplace? Get ready for a transformative ride as we unleash a brand new season of She+ Geeks Out with Mita Mallick, Head of Inclusion, Equity, and Impact at CARTA and author of the new book Reimagining Inclusion! We unpack Mita's journey from feeling excluded during her formative years to becoming an influential leader, debunking prevalent myths that inhibit progress in creating a more inclusive workspace.Mita offers practical tips for creating a more inclusive workplace and debunks prevalent myths that stand in the way of progress. Listen in as we discuss everything from the complexities of allyship and the importance of sponsorship, to the potential of hybrid work driving inclusion, and the power of authentic apologies.Grab Mita's book, Reimagining Inclusion: Debunking 13 Myths to Transform Your WorkplaceFollow Mita and Dee C. Marshall's podcast, Brown Table TalkFind Mita on  LinkedInEpisode Breakdown:(0:00:07) - Season 4 Welcome and IntroductionWe discuss goals to make the world brighter, YouTube, darkness and pain, and self-care for balance.(0:03:34) - Inclusion and LeadershipMita Mallick shares her journey from exclusion to inclusion, offering practical tips and her book's success in the Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller lists.(0:11:27) - Navigating Discomfort and Inclusion in ConversationsMita shares experiences of exclusion, challenges to traditional leadership, and navigating conversations without answers.(0:18:09) - Navigating Allyship and Inclusion in CrisisWe discuss allyship complexities, tangible receipts, individual conversations, and joy to counter grief.(0:28:06) - Busting Myths and Reimagining InclusionWe bust meritocracy myths, explore remote-first companies, and discuss complexities of allyship.(0:35:16) - Hybrid Work and Importance of SponsorshipMita breaks down how hybrid work drives inclusion and why sponsorship is so important.(0:47:56) - Authentic Apologies and the State of DEIApologizing, admitting mistakes, allyship, DEI, and hybrid work discussed to drive inclusion. Visit us at shegeeksout.com to stay up to date on all the ways you can make the workplace work for everyone!

Summary:Katherine Boardman is the Chief People Officer at BlueConic, a customer data platform that helps companies connect with their customers and promote their growth and transformation. Katherine leverages her 20+ years of experience to develop programs and processes that promote organizations' unique cultures. In this episode, Katherine talks about BlueConic's decision to close their Boston office and shift to becoming a remote first organization. Chapters:[0:00 - 4:45] IntroductionWelcome, Katherine!Today's Topic: The Personal Nature of Remote Work and Successfully Becoming a Remote First Organization[4:46 - 12:08] Why BlueConic decided to permanently close its Boston officeDespite survey results, workers had acclimated to remote workRemote work can result in fewer spontaneous interactions at workRemote work also frees up time for meaningful activities with family and friends[12:19 - 22:57] How is BlueConic maintaining its culture through its shift toward remote work?Organizing a variety of opportunities for employees to gatherListening to managers and employees to make sure everyone is productive and happy[23:23 - 34:29] Activities and investments BlueConic has made to generate employee interactionsOffering tools for employees to take care of themselvesSetting up groups, books clubs, “coffee and donut” meetings, etc. to build relationships[34:35 - 35:29] Final Thoughts & ClosingThanks for listening!Quotes:“Even though people had indicated through surveys that, ‘Yes, I want to be back [in the office]', after 18 months of working solo at home, people acclimated—they reworked the structure of their lives.”“Organizations are communities . . . and even with remote work, there are opportunities [to spend spend time with co-workers].”Contact:Katherine's LinkedInDavid's LinkedInDwight's LinkedInPodcast Manger: Karissa HarrisEmail us!Production by Affogato Media

The recently released “Mapping the Digital Gap” 2023 Outcomes Report' has found a significant gap in digital inclusion for First Nations people compared with other Australians, which widens substantially with remoteness.

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In this episode of Off Mute, Kandi Gongora, Chief Transformation and People Officer at the Goodway Group, talks candidly about the remote-first strategy driving the Goodway Group's success. Something must be working well: on three occasions, the company has been recognized by AdAge as the best place to work among companies with more than 200 employees. 

This episode of the CFO Playbook features an interview with Bill Fahrbach, Chief Financial Officer at Facet, offering impartial and invaluable financial advice and services at an affordable membership fee.Bill is a strategic Financial Executive and Entrepreneurial CFO/COO with an extensive investment banking background and rounded technology operational experience. With a track record of significant growth, capital raises, and exits, he's a leader in finance, operations, systems, and legal capacities.In this episode, Bill talks about the changing dynamics between CFO and CEO, the importance of a healthy work-life balance, and how a primarily remote-first culture affects the pathway to becoming a CFO.--------Guest Quotes:“I think what has changed is, if you think about the CFO role, it's really critically important that you get the right information out to the organization. So, the organization wants to understand how we are doing as a business, and it's not as simple as sort of just saying like, look, here are the numbers, right? There's a lot of color, there's a lot of context. So I would say as CFO, it's been challenging. It's actually pushed probably the limits in terms of like how do you communicate effectively with the employee base, whereas when you're in the office in a physical office, it's more natural, I guess you could say, and more seamless to sort of be having routine discussions with, employees across the board and articulating, you know, the good, the bad, and everything in between and getting that message across. In a virtual environment, what I've found is that the struggle is always finding that balance of how do I get the right message out in the right forums. And not create, let's say, like a drain of unnecessary meetings that people get bored in, right? So, it's finding that balance, you know, articulating the right information, but also giving the right context in a way that employees will be engaged. I'd say that was, that's been the biggest challenge.” - Bill Fahrbach--------Topics:00:38 Bill's role and adjusting to remote work03:49 How a remote first culture affects the pathway to CFO07:51 Educational background13:19 Dynamics between CFO and CEO17:53 Facilitating company acquisitions21:47 Work life balance24:23 About Facet and IPO29:18 Best decision he's ever made--------Sponsor:This show is brought to you by Soldo, the brighter way to manage business spending and expenses. With Soldo, you can control every expense, track spend in real time, automate financial reporting, and then use those insights to fuel growth. Learn more at Soldo.com--------Links:Connect with Bill on LinkedInConnect with Fran on LinkedInThe CFO Playbook Listener Survey

This month, we're hosting a mini-series on “Hybrid Work & Company Culture'' where we'll be sharing what we've learned from speaking to tech companies like HP and HubSpot on whether or not hybrid work is killing company culture.     We have been discussing the importance of equity in a hybrid workplace, how to equip leaders for remote-first or hybrid teams, and how flexible working and company culture strategies go hand-in-hand with DEI, plus actionable ideas we've been sharing with our client partners to support employees in a remote or hybrid work environment.    In this final episode of our series, we go over how our roundtable participants explained how they've come to rely on different platforms to maintain employee engagement and morale, foster a sense of community, and facilitate company culture initiatives. Our discussion highlighted the wide range of company-led and employee-led initiatives to support community-building among distributed team members.   If you want to read more about our Executive Roundtable findings, we're pleased to announce the release of our latest whitepaper,  “Is hybrid work killing company culture?” You can download a copy on our website at inclusioninprogress.com/learn or  head to the link in the show notes to grab your copy. In This Episode: [3:11] The importance of tech platforms for culture. [6:42] How hybrid work will affect equity and advancement. [8:17] Company culture initiatives that support psychological safety. [11:14] How to better manage psychological safety in a hybrid workplace? [13:12] Flexible working and company culture strategies.   Links: info@inclusionandprogress.com  www.inclusioninprogress.com/podcast www.linkedin.com/company/inclusion-in-progress   Sign up for our July 2023 podcast mini-series: “Hybrid Work & Company Culture”. Download our 2023 Executive Roundtable Findings. Want us to partner with you on building more inclusive distributed work? Get in touch to learn how we can tailor our services to your company's DEI and remote work initiatives. Read our Forbes features on Ways to Support Employee Mental Wellbeing, What Self Care Looks Like For Us, and How to Create Effective Online Diversity Training. Learn how to leave a review for the podcast.   Content Disclaimer The information contained above is provided for information purposes only. The contents of this article, video or audio are not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of this article, video or audio. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of this article, video or audio. Inclusion in Progress disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of this article, video or audio. Disclaimer: Some of these links are for products and services offered by the podcast creator.  

Listen in as John and Chris reminisce about their personal experiences with the skateboarding scene, emphasizing the joy it brought them. They express gratitude for the positive direction it provided them in life, away from potential pitfalls like crime or drugs. The discussion delves into the importance of open communication and other leadership strategies, the benefits of a streamlined work process become evident. Chris Gwinn is the Founder & CEO of Great Lakes Advisory. Chris built his company around standardizing operating procedures, leadership development, documenting processes, instructional design, training, and getting everyone aligned. He has successfully implemented a 100% remote team, increased productivity, and promoted autonomy with his employees. Chapters: 00:04:09 Finding Joy In Skateboarding Despite Limited Skill Level 00:09:50 A Remote-first Company With Nationwide Coverage 00:11:41 Importance Of Leadership Messaging In Implementing Change 00:13:12 Enhancing Employee Motivation And Perspective For Improved Work-life Balance 00:18:16 Prioritizing Consistency In Daily Processes For Maximum ROI 00:19:23 The Importance Of Process Documentation And KPI Training In Scaling A Business 00:25:52 Streamlining Processes And Training For Improved Efficiency 00:31:01 Free Consultations And Complimentary Guidance At Great Lakes Advisory Links Mentioned: The Website Chris on Twitter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn John Kelley Online Beefy Marketing Small Business Origins Wingman

On this episode of the Scale Up Valley Podcast, Mike Dias speaks with Craig Everett, CEO at Holibob Key Takeaways Opening a world of possibilities for travellers, tour operators, and travel brands by pioneering solutions. How to innovate in a very crowded market like travel Leveraging technology to disrupt an established market Raising a Pre-Seed round during the Pandemic Bringing diversity in a very authentic way Lessons learned working in a remote first environment. The first acquisition just after Series A

Hey, it's Alex from Remote Work Life... On today's episode of the Remote Work Life Business Spotlight, I'm featuring  - Yen Tan - a Co-Founder at Kona (https://www.heykona.com/) building the manager support platform that puts people first. Kona, Yen and the team have been featured in The Guardian, Fortune, Yahoo, TechCrunch, Entrepreneur, Harvard Business School, Forbes, and more. ..... Want to work remotely from home or anywhere so you can avoid the morning commute and have more freedom? Join my free newsletter and every week I'll send you one free tip - featuring a pioneering, remote CEO or leader - on how to get hired and thrive while working remotely +

Alex Hernandez quit his job, moved to Spain, and started a business with someone he had never met before at the start of a global pandemic. Today, he is the co-founder of Jobgether, the first platform for remote-first companies. If you enjoy listening to the show, please subscribe and leave a review! Resources mentioned during the episode: The Outsiders Business Academy - A self-paced course for you to work through in your own time, to learn – and implement – the foundations of building a profitable business that lets you escape the 9 to 5. www.onestepoutside.com/course Join the free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/onestepoutside/ Follow Anna on Instagram: https://instagram.com/annaselundberg  Get started with these free resources: Explore a broader definition of success https://onestepoutside.com/success   Find a way to quit your job and start your own business https://onestepoutside.com/roadmap  Get a free assessment of your business https://onestepoutside.com/scorecard Discover the book, Outside the Corporate 9 to 5: www.leavingthecorporate9to5.com

INSPIRATION | Joel gibt dir ein Update zum neuen Business Club Makers & Shakers. Mit unserer neuen Community erhältst du die Möglichkeit, dich mit den Masterminds der Digital Branche zu vernetzen. Der Makers & Shakers Business Club ist deine Chance, Teil einer Community zu werden, die sich rund um die Themen Digitalisierung unterstützt und hilft. Das klingt spannend für dich? Dann hör rein in Joels kurzes Update und erfahre mehr! Du erfährst... …was es mit dem neuen Business Club Makers & Shakers auf sich hat …wie du im neuen Business Club teilnehmen kannst …mit welchen Masterminds du dich connecten kannst …die Infrastruktur und wie der Business Club aufgebaut ist …welche Aufgaben die Masterminds haben …was für Events im Business Club veranstaltet werden …wie das Ampelsystem der Event Sessions funktioniert …wie du mit „Circle“ Teil unserer Community bist Diese Episode dreht sich schwerpunktmäßig um Selbstoptimierung: Als Macher von digital kompakt hat Joel Kaczmarek das Privileg, regelmäßig interessante, kompetente und innovative Menschen zu treffen. Was er von diesen über die (Digital-)Wirtschaft, Unternehmensführung und Persönlichkeitsoptimierung lernt, teilt er in Folgen wie dieser. __________________________ ||||| PERSONEN |||||

Words cannot describe how excited I was to talk with today's guests. Less than 20 minutes after finding and starting their book on Audible, I knew I needed to track them down and see if they'd come on the show. Luckily, they agreed and we recently sat down to discuss what really makes a remote culture work!Ali Greene and Tam Sanderson are longtime remote work veterans who literally wrote the book on building sustainable, engaging remote-first organizations. Their book - Remote Works: Managing for Freedom, Flexibility, and Focus - is packed with practical, actionable steps for designing a remote environment that enables trust, autonomy, and accountability. Together, we dove into a variety of incredible topics, including:The difference between remote work culture and what many people experienced while working remotely during the pandemic. The three mindset shifts you MUST make in order for remote work to be a sustainable practice within your organization. What Standard Operating Behaviors are and why Ali shares them in response to anyone who says “You can't build culture remotely - it just doesn't work!”What rituals and artifacts are and how you can identify and design them intentionally for remote work environments. How to remotely recreate the “magic” that occurs when a team is physically together for a brainstorm.What GenZ doesn't realize about remote work and how they can find great mentorship and community when working remotely. The remote best-practices that hybrid organizations need to adopt in order to achieve true inclusivity. Both Tam and Ali's favorite resource from the book. I'm personally a BIG fan of both!MENTIONED RESOURCES/LINKSRemote Works by Ali Greene and Tam Sanderson (Bookstore | Amazon)Bowling Alone by Robert Putnum (Bookstore | Amazon)MuralFigmaCONNECT WITH ALI GREENE AND TAM SANDERSONBuy the book! (Bookstore | Amazon)Visit the Remote Works WebsiteAli's LinkedInTam's LinkedInMORE FROM WANT TO WORK THERETraining for the Modern ManagerFree Tools and TemplatesConnect on LinkedIn or InstagramDID YOU LOVE THE EPISODE?If so, I'd love for you to share it with a friend or colleague who shares your passion for building a better world of work! They can find us

Are you struggling to keep your remote team connected and engaged? Do you want to know how to create a positive employee experience that leads to a more engaged workforce? In today's episode of The Great Retention, John Duisberg speaks with Angelique Hamilton, Vice President of People at Circulo Health and Founder of HR Chique Group, about how to navigate remote work and build a thriving workplace culture. From keeping employees connected through technology to promoting mental health and well-being, Angelique shares practical tips and strategies for creating a positive employee experience that drives retention and productivity. Don't forget to join our leadership community at thegreatretention.com to stay informed about upcoming events and other helpful content designed to help you go further as a people-first leader and develop a winning culture, everywhere your leadership influence reaches.  Resources related to this episode Follow Angelique at https://www.linkedin.com/in/angiehamiltonmba/ Visit https://www.circulohealth.com/  Follow Circulo Health at https://twitter.com/CirculoHealth https://www.linkedin.com/company/circulohealth/ https://www.instagram.com/CirculoHealth/  Visit https://www.hrchiquegroup.com/  Follow HR Chique Group at https://www.facebook.com/hrchiquegroup/  https://www.instagram.com/hrchiquegroup/ Credits Theme Music

Today's guest is Alex Dick, who describes himself as probably the weirdest MD of a recruitment empire. His recruitment firm Alexander Lyon's Solutions offers a full range of professional recruitment services. These span the Legal, HR, TMT, Sales & Marketing, Engineering & Manufacturing, Biotech and Executive Support sectors. Want to work remotely from home or anywhere so you can avoid the morning commute and have more freedom? Join my free newsletter and every week I'll send you one free tip - featuring a pioneering, remote CEO or leader - on how to get hired and thrive while working remotely +

(0:00) Intro(1:14) Welcome back, Keith(5:35) Hating OKRs(10:03) On making decisions(14:09) Not believing in remote work(17:33) Social Issues in the Workplace(19:00) What is the role of a VC?(22:08) Thinking about what can go right(29:35) The "why you" in a potential investment(34:28) Fitting the founder to the story(37:59) The most successful founders are trending older(43:21) The firm brand at Founders Fund(47:57) Lessons learned from Keith's only five bosses in his career(55:48) Thoughts on AI(59:36) Artificial Intelligence in China(1:03:23) What is your most contrarian view today?(1:06:56) On Elon & using Twitter Show Notes:https://twitter.com/raboishttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fQHLK1aIBshttps://delian.io/lessons-3 Mixed and edited: Justin HrabovskyProduced: Rashad AssirExecutive Producer: Josh MachizMusic: Griff Lawson 

Corey Hynes is the CEO of Skillable, an experiential learning company focused on helping employees create up to date technical skills. Skillable has been 100% remote since its inception 20 years ago. In this episode, Corey discusses how to hire employees that will thrive in remote environments, how to create an environment that keeps them engages, how and when these employees should gather together physically, and the relationship between transparency and trust in remote-first organizations.For more information on Skillable, visit their website at www.skillable.comRate and Review: https://ratethispodcast.com/mrwMaking Remote Work is a podcast focused on how to create hybrid of remote work environments that work well for employees and give employers strategic advantage. The podcast is brought to you by BillionMinds - A Company Focused on Making Remote Work for Everyone.You can sign up to join BillionMinds today for free by visiting www.billionminds.com/getstarted.

In this episode of Redefining Work, Yelp Chief People Officer Carmen Orr discusses her career path, starting at Yelp during the pandemic and the benefits of becoming a remote-first business. We also discuss the findings of Yelp's recent remote work report.

Episode Summary It's no secret how hiring remote workers or setting up your virtual team made you save tons of cost. Since the pandemic, remote working has become the new norm. Do you agree? In fact, a lot of businesses right now offer hybrid work set-ups. If not, they are hiring remote workers and setting up their very own virtual team. Omar and I talked about our experience in having our virtual teams. He shared how his communication dynamic has been working for him, which made his business scale up to its capacity now. He shared proven tips on how to keep remote employees engaged and the productivity it yields. By now, there's no proven science yet, in terms of communication dynamics for managing a remote team. But one thing's for sure: If you are not effectively managing people face-to-face, there's no chance you'd be with a remote team!Tap in now and tune in until the very end! Listen to this week's show and learn:  How do you manage a remote team differently?; What are the better ways of your communication process?; How can you use a filtration process to find the right people for your virtual team? Episode Resources:  The $100 MBA Show Webinar Ninja  Omar Zenhom Mads Singers Free Management Training Join Mads Singers Management Group  Enjoyed Mads Singers' Management podcast? Check out these: #114: Maya Middlemiss on Scaling Your Business to be Remote-First and How to Be Happy and Healthy When Working from Home#107: Richard Matthews on Building Systems and Working Remotely#41: Erick Rodriguez on Remote Management in times of COVID-19Have comments about the show?Hey, do you have ideas for topics you'd like Mads Singers on future episodes? He'd love to hear from you at mads@madssingers.com!

Today's guest is Darcy Boles Remote First Consultant of 'Shift With Darcy'.  She's experienced in Head of Remote roles + responsibilities, Culture Architecture and Remote-First experience design, and helps founders and people teams identify, organize and codify people-focused remote-first processes to create a win-win working experience for all. In short, she loves people and helping companies hold on to theirs - no matter where they choose to work from. Want to work remotely from home or anywhere so you can avoid the morning commute and have more freedom? Join my free newsletter and every week I'll send you one free tip - featuring a pioneering, remote CEO or leader - on how to get hired and thrive while working remotely +

On this episode, Jordan talks with Savina Perez, Co-Founder and Chief Customer Officer at Hone. Hone is a market leader in offering remote live learning at scale to create behavior change, connection and personal development.    Long before the pandemic forced remote culture on many companies, Hone was remote-first, both as a company and product, giving them access to talent from multiple sources. This remote-first thinking has continued to influence proactive moves to optimize content both across time zones and across cultures. Savina shares a tactic she's used for finding some of her most trusted advisors.   Looking to build your own BragWorthy Culture? Fringe can help. Fringe is the number one lifestyle benefits platform. Give your people the power of choice and save a ton of administrative headaches by consolidating existing vendors and programs into a simple, automated platform. Contact us at Fringe.us.   #bragworthyculture #peoplefirst #digitalwork #employeeexperience #employeeengagement #hr #bestplacestowork #workculture #employeebenefits

Darren Murph has been Head of Remote at GitLab for 3.5 years and has been a part of its rise to prominence. His leadership helped shape GitLab's remote-first culture. GitLab went public in 2021 and has about a $7B market cap. It's one of the leading DevOps platforms and has grown its team to more than 2k employees. Before GitLab Darren has been an entrepreneur, journalist, and author. Oh, and by the way, he holds one of the most awesome records in the Guinness Book of World Records.Listen and learn:How to make work an organizational principle instead of a perk or policyWhat a Head of Remote does... and why every company will soon hire oneWhy there's no such thing as "hybrid" workThe number one mistake organizations make when transitioning to remote workHow remote-first teams make the most of in person teamHow GitLab uses the personal "readme" to help remote employees get to know each otherHow to Zoom happy hours with "community service hours"How Darren earned his place in the Guinness Book of World RecordsReferences in this episode...Matt K. Parker on AI and the Future of WorkDarren Murph on TwitterChase Warrington, Head of Remote at DoistHow voice assistants are helping the elderly age in placeElliQ, the voice assistant from Intuition Robotics

Today's guest is Daphnée Laforest, who is also helping organisations adopt asynchronous practices to make remote work sustainable.  Daphne is the host of the podcast The Remote First podcast, which started during the pandemic to help companies adopt remote work, and now it focuses on optimising new ways of working. Daphne works with small and medium enterprises transitioning to remote or hybrid ways of working, helping them adopt asynchronous operations, improving their onboarding etc. Her and Pilar talk about the slow widespread adoption of asynchronous practices, the importance of culture and the difficulty of "working out loud". For more show notes and to subscribe to our newsletter, check out https://www.virtualnotdistant.com/podcasts/async-operations 

Andrew Berman is the Co-Founder and CEO of Vowel, the world's first complete meeting solution designed to make every meeting more inclusive and worthwhile – before, during, and after. Vowel is a collaboration platform that makes meetings searchable, shareable centers of knowledge for your business. By redefining what data capture is capable of, they are optimizing the potential of every team. They are a remote-first company whose 20+ employees span four continents. Their team is made up of engineers, designers, inventors, entrepreneurs and security experts – from leading organizations like Google, Bridgewater, Nanit, Airbnb, Casper, Recombine and others. They're building both an inclusive product and an inclusive team that celebrates diverse cultures and backgrounds. Andrew's inspiration is to apply new technology to build products that can touch millions of people in ways that were impossible before. He is also the founder of Nanit, the first camera to track human behavior (the leading baby monitor), an experienced investor from seed to LBO stages (Silicon Valley, NY and other markets), and an active and experienced angel investor (with investments in SaaS, Security, Healthcare, Consumer and CV/AI). Use coupon code: JUSTGOGRIND for 3 months free of unlimited seats on Vowel's Pro plan (monthly only)! Topics Covered by Andrew Berman in this Episode How vowel is creating instant searchable, shareable knowledge through a modern video conferencing tool Andy's journey to founding Vowel How the idea for Vowel stemmed from Nanit's pain points as a distributed team Early distribution and organic growth through Twitter How Vowel's original use-cases have expanded naturally and leaning into user-led product development Giving their users a 10x improved media experience through their next generation video platform The challenges of building Vowel Recruiting the original founding team Building remote-first company culture The fundraising process and Vowel's powerful cap table of operator- angel investors How to vet investors Their B2B growth strategy Developing their freemium business model How they view competition and taking on legacy brands Learnings as a multi-time founder and former VC What motivates Andy to challenge the status quo and build innovative companies Andy's thoughts on the future of work and running remote teams Snagging the vowel.com domain name Listen to all episodes of the Just Go Grind Podcast: https://www.justgogrind.com Follow Justin Gordon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justingordon212

Today on the podcast Mitko (@mitkoka) is joined by Kaleem Clarkson (@kaleemclarkson), the COO of BlendMe Inc, a remote people operations consultancy that helps startups and small businesses transform into high-functioning remote or hybrid workplaces.He has been featured in Harvard Business Review, named to LinkedIn's Top 10 Voices in Remote Work, and listed as one of the top 15 Remote Work Advocates by the All-American Speakers Bureau. Kaleem is also a successful speaker who has been presented alongside leaders from companies such as Google, United Airlines, Visa, Facebook, Netflix, Airbnb, and many others.

Users depend on Yelp for great customer reviews but how do its remote team members depend on one another? CPO Carmen Orr talks about the company's recent transition to remote work, how the company invests in employee well-being, and what a thriving culture looks like. Carmen Orr joined Yelp earlier this year with 20 years of HR experience. Her main focus has been on transitioning the company into a remote environment. Some Questions Asked:How does Orr guide her team to support Yelp's employees? 13:03What do company-issued travel benefits for reproductive healthcare look like? 21:32How does Orr manage her self-care and model that standard for her employees? 22:38In This Episode, You Will Learn:About the company's plans to invest in their employee experience.How Orr maintains a thriving, remote work culture.What Yelp does to manage authenticity on its platform.Links:Carmen Orr - LinkedInYelp - LinkedInMichelle Labbe - LinkedInToptal - LinkedInThe Talent Economy podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's show Dan and Ian share their Q4 business updates, including the reasons why they have decided to launch an agency - Remote First Recruiting, which is targeted at startup founders, under the Dynamite Jobs umbrella. “The best customers of a job board typically have super strong hiring practices that are built over the years … (they've) hired for the same position multiple times. Whereas with an agency customer, which are typically startup founders, they're seeking to buy those systems into their business. They know they need to hire, they might be hiring 10 times a year. But every time it's a little bit different, and they want to purchase the systems. That's what the agency does.” Plus, responses to some great listener questions, including: how much money is ‘enough money', the mindset challenges of living off capital, and some further reflections on ‘The Europe Question'.