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Oyster Team

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.

Announcing our new free distributed HR toolkit

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

How to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace: 9 strategies

Learn how to build an inclusive workplace

Oyster adds new investors as we launch our program for mission-driven companies

Announcing our new initiative, Oyster for Impact.

Managing conflict in a remote environment with Kimberly Bringas

Consider using conflict as an opportunity to connect.

What's the difference between an independent contractor and a sole proprietor and does it matter when hiring?

Learn how to distinguish between the two.

Going remote: How Chintan Patel went from no replies to fast-tracked for his first remote role

See how this job seeker developed skills for remote success.

Managing a small team on a global scale

What's it like managing a team of 55 across 17 countries?

How Jen Paxton supports a team of 55 people across 17 countries

Learn all about her experience managing a global team.

Diversity sourcing: 5 proven strategies

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

Going remote: How Kevin Henriquez became a remote product designer

From software developer to fully remote product designer.

How to offer employee bonuses across globally distributed teams

Read this before you jump on the bandwagon.

10 employee training and development programs + benefits

Boost success with tailored employee training programs

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

What does the future of the hybrid workforce look like?

Should where you live determine what you're paid?

A deep dive into the location-agnostic compensation model.

Global HR compliance: Dealing with HR issues within distributed teams

The most common challenges and how to handle them.

Exploring location-agnostic pay with Leia Rollag

It's about more than just compensation.

Connection through conflict with Kimberly Bringas

Conflict isn't always a bad thing.

What it takes to build distributed communities with Lars Schmidt

Building strong communities is more important than ever.

Unlocking the best ways to coach and support managers with Natasha Kehimkar

There's immense value in an inclusive leadership model.

Rethinking people operations on an international scale with Cory McGonigle Rose

Tips for navigating a global workforce.

New in December: Expanding our partner ecosystem

Meet our newest partners!

Introducing the new additions to Oyster’s leadership team

Meet Ellen Silver and Mark Frein.

New in November: Expanding our partner ecosystem

Learn more about our new partners.

Finding alignment during times of transition with Dipti Salopek, Chief of Staff at Snyk

Tips for riding the wave of hypergrowth.

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

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

Working remotely from another country: What to know

Here’s what to know before you head abroad.

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.

New in January: Expanding our partner ecosystem

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

New in February: Expanding our partner ecosystem

See who joined us as a partner this month.

How job training should look different across your distributed team

What it takes to build an effective training program.

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

See who's joined our partner network this month.

Upskilling and training on a global scale with Cara Brennan Allamano

Are you engaging your employees with continuous learning?

Why your workplace strategy is now your talent strategy with Tushar Agarwal

How to retain talent through a flexible workplace approach.

Find three new pearls inside Oyster: Feature update

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

Help is on the way: April feature updates

See what's new this month.

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

How employee expectations have changed after the pandemic.

Running Remote: Takeaways from the world's largest remote work conference

We recap some of our favourite moments.

New in April: Expanding our partner ecosystem

See who we’ve partnered with this month!

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

Managing a globally distributed team just got easier.

Why balance is the new hustle with Mai Ton

Tips for living a more well-rounded life.

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

Save yourself time by starting here.

Argentina payroll: What global companies need to know

Stay compliant with Argentina's local labor laws.

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

Learn about how Oyster and QuickBooks Online work together.

What are statutory benefits? and its diferences with non-statutory benefits

Identifying the different types of benefits.

How to build a diverse team

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

Streamline global hiring and make an impact: June feature updates

See what's new this month.

Sales Bonus vs. commission: What's the difference?

Understand the intricacies between a bonus and commission.

Understanding the employment barriers for refugees

Navigate the complexities of hiring refugee talent.

Join us at Ascent by Oyster 2022

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

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

Improve the efficiency of your remote meetings today.

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

As told by startup workers.

How much is health insurance for 1099 workers?

Must-knows about insurance for independent contractors.

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

What can leaders do to cultivate well-being?

How and when to convert a contractor to a full-time employee

Learn how and when to convert a contractor to a full-time employee.

How Oyster shines a light on the global hiring process

Oyster positions you with a competitive global advantage.

The best places to work remotely

How your city can strengthen your work-from-home experience.

How to find a job in another country: Complete guide

Some top ideas for working internationally.

How to increase psychological safety on remote teams

Tips for fostering a psychologically safe work environment.

Embracing workstyles: Celebrating the real you, discovering the real us

In the future of work, you can be your whole self.

Best PEO service providers of 2026

Find the right PEO services for your business.

How to find interns to work for your startup

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

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

Stand out from the crowd by expanding your talent services

How to find the best global employment organization for your business

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

Hibob & Workday integrations, salary insights, and more: Q2 product updates

See what's new this quarter.

Zoom through expenses with Oyster’s Expensify integration

See how Oyster integrates with Expensify

Work smarter by connecting 6+ new tools: October product updates

See what's new this month.

7 signs you should hire an international independent contractor

Signs to look for when you need to hire global contractors.

3 new integrations + templates for faster hiring: Q1 product updates

See what's new this quarter.

Employee and contractor misclassification: Risks and costs

All you need to know about employee misclassification.

Why contractor compliance is crucial to your next funding round

Discover the risks of improper employee classification.

Save time & effort with these 9 updates: Q3 product updates

See what's new this quarter.

Pay Bands, Carta integration, hiring automation improvements and more: November product updates

See what's new this month.

Contractor management updates, time off features, and more: December product updates

See what's new this month.

How to fill out IRS Form 1099: Everything you need to know

Learn how to fill out a 1099 form.

It’s the little things that make a big difference: July product updates

See what’s new this month.

Add external recruiters, process offboarding smoothly, and more: February product updates

See what's new this month.

Enhanced salary research and misclassification protection: June product updates

See what’s new this month.

The 6 best Employer of Record (EOR) companies in 2026

Discover the best Employer of Record services.

PTO laws by state in 2026: Complete guide

Learn how state laws impact accrual, rollover, and payout

How are bonuses taxed? Rates and tips

Learn about how bonuses are taxed to avoid a surprise.

1040 vs. 1099 forms: What's the difference?

Know the differences so you can breeze through tax season.

Expanded salary insights and global payroll: August product updates

See what’s new this month.

How to fill out a 1040 Form in 2025

Learn everything you need to know about IRS Form 1040

Best enterprise payroll software for large businesses

Discover the best payroll software for large businesses.

Let’s talk efficiency: September product updates

See what's new this month.

What is tax liability? Calculation and examples

Learn how the IRS calculates taxes and ways to reduce them

Payroll tax vs. income tax: Understanding the differences

Compare payroll tax versus income tax.

Global expansion: Expert insights from Oyster and Athyna

Key strategies for expanding operations internationally.

Time and a half: What it is and how to calculate it?

Learn overtime laws to ensure compliance

Unlocking new value with partnerships: November product updates

See what's new this month.

ITIN vs. EIN vs SSN: Key differences explained

Learn which tax identification number you should use

On-target earnings (OTE): Definition and how they work

Learn how to calculate OTE salary and its benefits.

A guide to United Kingdom maternity leave and pay

Learn about eligibility, pay, and key rights.

10 areas and development opportunities for employee growth

Discover impactful development opportunities for employees

Average salary in Switzerland in 2026: What to know

What global employers need to know about hiring here

Malaysia income tax: Complete guide 2026

Understand Malaysia income tax for 2025.

Average salary in Spain in 2026: What to know

Here’s the full rundown of wage expectations.

Top 11 hiring trends shaping recruitment in 2025

Explore the biggest hiring trends of 2025

Performance appraisal guide: Types and examples

Use evaluations to build growth and transparency.

Tax deductions and writeoffs for small businesses in 2026

Explore our checklist and learn how to claim deductions.