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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.

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.

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.

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

There's immense value in an inclusive leadership model.

Diversity sourcing: 5 proven strategies

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

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

Learn all about her experience managing a global team.

Managing a small team on a global scale

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

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?

Global HR compliance: Dealing with HR issues within distributed teams

The most common challenges and how to handle them.

Should where you live determine what you're paid?

A deep dive into the location-agnostic compensation model.

Connection through conflict with Kimberly Bringas

Conflict isn't always a bad thing.

Exploring location-agnostic pay with Leia Rollag

It's about more than just compensation.

New in November: Expanding our partner ecosystem

Learn more about our new partners.

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.

What it takes to build distributed communities with Lars Schmidt

Building strong communities is more important than ever.

Rethinking people operations on an international scale with Cory McGonigle Rose

Tips for navigating a global workforce.

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 December: Expanding our partner ecosystem

Meet our newest partners!

Working remotely from another country: What to know

Here’s what to know before you head abroad.

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

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

How job training should look different across your distributed team

What it takes to build an effective training program.

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

Tips for riding the wave of hypergrowth.

New in January: Expanding our partner ecosystem

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

Introducing the new additions to Oyster’s leadership team

Meet Ellen Silver and Mark Frein.

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

Save yourself time by starting here.

New in February: Expanding our partner ecosystem

See who joined us as a partner this month.

Upskilling and training on a global scale with Cara Brennan Allamano

Are you engaging your employees with continuous learning?

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.

New in April: Expanding our partner ecosystem

See who we’ve partnered with this month!

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

We recap some of our favourite moments.

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

How to retain talent through a flexible workplace approach.

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.

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

See who's joined our partner network this month.

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.

Join us at Ascent by Oyster 2022

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

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.

How much is health insurance for 1099 workers?

Must-knows about insurance for independent contractors.

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

Understand the intricacies between a bonus and commission.

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

As told by startup workers.

Streamline global hiring and make an impact: June feature updates

See what's new this month.

Understanding the employment barriers for refugees

Navigate the complexities of hiring refugee talent.

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.

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

Improve the efficiency of your remote meetings today.

The best places to work remotely

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

Understanding the differences between employees and independent contractors

Expanding globally? Learn the key differences between employees and contractors, including pros, cons, and compliance risks, so you can choose the right hiring model.

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

What can leaders do to cultivate well-being?

How to find interns to work for your startup

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

How Oyster shines a light on the global hiring process

Oyster positions you with a competitive global advantage.

How to increase psychological safety on remote teams

Tips for fostering a psychologically safe work environment.

How to find a job in another country: Complete guide

Some top ideas for working internationally.

Best PEO service providers of 2026

Find the right PEO services for your business.

Zoom through expenses with Oyster’s Expensify integration

See how Oyster integrates with Expensify

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.

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

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

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

See what's new this month.

Why contractor compliance is crucial to your next funding round

Discover the risks of improper employee classification.

Employee and contractor misclassification: Risks and costs

All you need to know about employee misclassification.

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

See what's new this quarter.

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

See what's new this month.

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

See what's new this month.

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

See what's new this quarter.

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

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

See what's new this quarter.

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

Enhanced salary research and misclassification protection: June product updates

See what’s new this month.

Payroll tax vs. income tax: Understanding the differences

Compare payroll tax versus income tax.

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.

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

Learn how to calculate OTE salary and its benefits.

10 areas and development opportunities for employee growth

Discover impactful development opportunities for employees

How to fill out a 1040 Form in 2025

Learn everything you need to know about IRS Form 1040

Global expansion: Expert insights from Oyster and Athyna

Key strategies for expanding operations internationally.

Unlocking new value with partnerships: November product updates

See what's new this month.

Best enterprise payroll software for large businesses

Discover the best payroll software for large businesses.

What is tax liability? Calculation and examples

Learn how the IRS calculates taxes and ways to reduce them

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

Discover the best Employer of Record services.

Let’s talk efficiency: September product updates

See what's new this month.

ITIN vs. EIN vs SSN: Key differences explained

Learn which tax identification number you should use

A guide to United Kingdom maternity leave and pay

Learn about eligibility, pay, and key rights.

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

Learn overtime laws to ensure compliance

Malaysia income tax: Complete guide 2026

Understand Malaysia income tax for 2025.

Moving to Switzerland: All you need to know

A guide to moving to Switzerland for work and life.

Performance appraisal guide: Types and examples

Use evaluations to build growth and transparency.

Prepaid expenses guide: Definitions and examples

Learn prepaid expenses and how to record them accurately

S Corp vs. C Corp: Key differences and which one's better for you

Compare S corp vs. C corp structures.