How to onboard independent contractors: Onboarding Checklist
Seamlessly incorporate new talent into your organization.
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.
5 risks of hiring independent contractors
What employers should be aware of when hiring a contractor.
Can an independent contractor have a company email address?
Company email addresses for independent contractors.
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How to convince a contractor to become a full-time employee
Having the discussion: contractor to employee.
Non-solicitation agreements for independent contractors explained
Things you should know about contractor agreements.
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12 best employee benefits and perks you should offer
Benefits to help companies stand out from the rest.
Hiring internally vs externally: Pros and cons
How to decide between internal and external hiring.
Legislation lowdown: Expert insights on current trends in global employment law
Here’s what you need to know to stay compliant.
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Salary vs. hourly pay: Differences + pros and cons
Discover the pros and cons of salary versus hourly pay.
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Subcontractor vs. contractor: What are the main differences?
Learn key differences between contractors vs subcontractors
Employers of Record (EORs) in Denmark: Everything you need to know
Learn how an EOR service can help you hire in Denmark.
Building a global talent strategy: Top tips from Oyster’s VP of People
Expert advice to help you start recruiting internationally.
Employers of Record (EORs) in Finland: Everything you need to know
A guide to working with EOR services in Finland.
Employers of Record (EORs) in South Africa: Everything you need to know
Get up to speed with using an EOR service in South Africa.
Top countries for hiring tech talent in 2024
Include these 8 hot spots in your search for tech talent.
The 20 best countries to hire freelancers
Include these countries in your search for freelance talent.
How to create an independent contractor agreement
Learn how to create an independent contractor agreement.
7 things to include in a remote work policy
Things to consider when creating a remote work policy doc.
How to work from anywhere
Working from anywhere is easier than ever before.
What is upskilling and why it matters?
Why upskilling is better than firing and hiring.
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What is a 13th and 14th month salary?
We break it down for you.
What’s to come in the world of remote work
Here's what you can expect in 2021 in beyond.
Announcing our new free distributed HR toolkit
Cost calculator? Legal starter pack? We've got you covered.
Diversity sourcing: 5 proven strategies
Diversity isn’t a buzzword. It’s a must-have.
Introducing Oyster Academy
Online courses on distributed work.
How to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace: 9 strategies
Learn how to build an inclusive workplace
The top challenges of remote employee relocation (and how to solve them)
Tips for managing the recent uptick in relocation requests.
Introducing the New World of Work podcast
The working world is a lot different these days.
Oyster adds new investors as we launch our program for mission-driven companies
Announcing our new initiative, Oyster for Impact.
Global HR compliance: Dealing with HR issues within distributed teams
The most common challenges and how to handle them.
Managing conflict in a remote environment with Kimberly Bringas
Consider using conflict as an opportunity to connect.
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The Netherlands maternity and paternity leave guide
Learn how maternity leave in the Netherlands works.
Announcing Oyster’s new equity assessment tool
Learn all about this new service by Oyster.
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.
How Jen Paxton supports a team of 55 people across 17 countries
Learn all about her experience managing a global team.
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How much does an employee cost your business?
Find out how much an employee really costs.
Connection through conflict with Kimberly Bringas
Conflict isn't always a bad thing.
How to run effective employee reviews on distributed teams
We share our top tips for success.
Remote vs. distributed: What the differences are and why distributed is the future of work
Distributed work is here to stay. Is your HR team ready?
Employee misclassification: The risks for distributed companies
What you need to know to avoid misclassifying your workers.
Exploring location-agnostic pay with Leia Rollag
It's about more than just compensation.
Why the renaissance of HR begins today
The HR industry is at a crucial turning point.
A guide to maternity and paternity leave in France
Here's what you need to know to keep your company compliant.
What's the impact of remote work on the environment?
It's the sustainable solution.
Going remote: How Kevin Henriquez became a remote product designer
From software developer to fully remote product designer.
Should where you live determine what you're paid?
A deep dive into the location-agnostic compensation model.
Managing a small team on a global scale
What's it like managing a team of 55 across 17 countries?
How to offer employee bonuses across globally distributed teams
Read this before you jump on the bandwagon.
Announcing Oyster’s affiliate program
What it is and how it works.
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Working remotely from another country: What to know
Here’s what to know before you head abroad.
Statutory benefits in India: What they are and why they matter when hiring for distributed teams
Stay compliant when hiring international employees.
Oyster Bridges: The future is distributed
Some highlights from our latest event, Oyster Bridges.
Introducing Oyster’s new contractor product
Hire, onboard, and pay contractors all over the world.
Making the move to hybrid work with David Hanrahan
In times of major transition, People Ops plays a key role.
Navigating the global workforce with Cory McGonigle Rose
Strategies for people ops teams working across borders.
What Amazon's human resources issues tell us about the state of HR tech
Uncover how your company can streamline HR processes.
All about global payroll systems: How to manage your distributed team's payroll compliantly
What you need to know.
Managing managers with Natasha Kehimkar
Managers play a key role within a company's structure.
Hiring tech professionals in a global talent shortage
How you can stand out in a competitive landscape.
Announcing new Oyster Academy courses for remote workers and HR leaders
Meet the new-look Oyster Academy.
Oyster appoints new VP of Customer Experience, Amanda Greene
Another exciting addition to our leadership team.
Non-compete clause for independent contractors
Clearing the air on non-competes from a legal standpoint.
Building community in the digital age with Lars Schmidt, Founder and Community Catalyst of Amplify
How to build an authentic community for People Ops leaders.
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PEO vs. EOR: Differences and which is right for you
Learn which model fits your global hiring strategy best.
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.
Aligning an organization in hypergrowth mode with Dipti Salopek
Tips for mastering the art of alignment.
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.
How to convert independent contractors to employees: A guide for distributed companies
Save yourself time and headaches by starting here.
Introducing the new additions to Oyster’s leadership team
Meet Ellen Silver and Mark Frein.
How to pay international employees: Global payroll guide
Global payroll can be tricky. We've got you covered!
Making the move to a hybrid model with Eventbrite's David Hanrahan
What does the future of the hybrid workforce look like?
Oyster named Category Leader in G2's Winter Report
To end an incredible year of growth.
Maternity and paternity leave in Italy: 2025 guide
What you need to know.
Technical recruiting tips for sourcing and hiring the best tech talent
Advice for hiring the most highly sought-after tech talent.
Upskilling and training on a global scale with Cara Brennan Allamano
Are you engaging your employees with continuous learning?
Driving remote engagement with HiBob's Annie Rosencrans
How the right tech can help build your distributed culture.
A strong foundation for future impact: Oyster’s 2022 impact report
We share some impact highlights from 2022.
How to run an international background check
Find out the best way to run a global background check.
5 challenges of international HR (and how to overcome them)
What global HR leaders need to know.
Employee Expectations report: Knowledge workers want flexibility, support, and the ability to work from anywhere
How employee expectations have changed after the pandemic.
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Key takeaways from our 2022 Employee Expectations report
Remote work, work-life balance, and culture are key.
How to support your team members who have been affected by the crisis in Ukraine
We highlight what you can do and resources you can provide.
Employee benefits in Spain: Complete guide
The mandatory benefits you must provide (and some perks).
Global project management: How to manage a project across multiple countries
Learn how to manage projects across multiple countries.
How to find the best global employment solution for your business
Tips to help you find a service for employing globally.
Announcing our $150M Series C funding round at a $1 billion+ valuation
A huge milestone for the Oyster team.
Do H-1B visas even matter if you can hire employees in any country?
Save yourself time by starting here.
How to ace an online interview for a remote job
What you need to keep in mind.
Argentina payroll: What global companies need to know
Stay compliant with Argentina's local labor laws.
12 top virtual team building activities for remote workers
Some ideas for remote team building for your company to try.
The top 3 global benefits challenges (and free tools for solving them)
Providing benefits on a global scale? We've got you covered.
Average paid vacation days by country 2025
Vacation days based on your employee's country.
What to do when an employee's visa expires
Learn about employee visas here!
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Supporting your employees who need to urgently relocate
A guide to which countries are open to Ukrainian nationals.
Why impact-driven businesses will come out on top in the war for talent with Nicholas Andreou
Fostering a sense of purpose at work is essential.
14 tax deductions for independent contractors in 2025
Common taxes independent contractors can deduct.
Introducing Oyster’s Time Zone Crossover Calculator
Ready to expand your team across time zones?
HR tech talk: Rethinking how we work in a distributed future
Our friends at Lingo Live, HiBob, and Officevibe weigh in.