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Total rewards: What to include in your compensation package

Strengthen your total rewards packages with these tips.

How to run an international background check

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

How to ace an online interview for a remote job

What you need to keep in mind.

Do companies have to offer paid time off?

Explore PTO requirements around the world.

What is an offboarding checklist? And how to create one

Understand the importance of a solid offboarding process.

HR challenges in multinational companies and solutions

Hint: Technology is a huge help!

All about global payroll systems: How to manage your distributed team's payroll compliantly

What you need to know.

How to create an employee handbook

What content should you include in an employee handbook?

Remote work state taxes: Paying across borders

Common tax implications of remote work.

How to get hired anywhere with Oyster’s Global Employment Pass

Ready to get hired anywhere?

Utilizing HR contract management software

What you need to know about implementing contract management

Introducing Oyster’s Time Zone Crossover Calculator

Ready to expand your team across time zones?

What is a global employment platform?

And why do companies need one?

Do contractors get holiday pay?

Find out if independent contractors are entitled to PTO.

Oyster named Category Leader in G2's Winter Report

To end an incredible year of growth.

How to find a remote job in 5 steps: A full guide

Where to look and how to apply for a remote job.

Top HR challenges multinational companies face and solutions"

The best strategies for overcoming these common challenges.

How to work from anywhere

Working from anywhere is easier than ever before.

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

Learn all about how we work at Oyster.

Aligning an organization in hypergrowth mode with Dipti Salopek

Tips for mastering the art of alignment.

Planning meetings across time zones

Tips to help plan meetings across time zones.

Tips for hiring new employees

How to have a clearly defined hiring process.

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

Managing a globally distributed team just got easier.

14 tax deductions for independent contractors in 2025

Common taxes independent contractors can deduct.

Checklist for making global employment packages

What to include in a global employment package.

What is an employee wellness program? 8 examples

Learn how to implement effective wellness programs

How to onboard independent contractors: Onboarding Checklist

Seamlessly incorporate new talent into your organization.

Remote hiring for startups

Should your startup take a global approach to hiring?

Independent contractor taxes: What employers should know

Learn all about independent contractor taxes in the U.S.

True or false? 10 myths about hiring global employees

Common misconceptions about hiring global employees.

Where do remote workers pay taxes?

A guide to understanding employer tax obligations.

How to build an effective and successful onboarding strategy

Cultivate a positive onboarding experience for your team.

Technical recruiting tips for sourcing and hiring the best tech talent

Advice for hiring the most highly sought-after tech talent.

Offering benefits for part-time employees

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

How to find the best global employment organization for your business

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

Best practices for setting goals and measuring success with remote workers

Discover more about the best way to evaluate remote workers.

How to find interns to work for your startup

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

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

Learn how global hiring can help your company thrive.

How to track employee vacation accrual

Understanding vacation accrual for your employees.

Help is on the way: April feature updates

See what's new this month.

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?

How to convert a contractor to an employee

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

How much does an employee cost your business?

Find out how much an employee really costs.

What is affiliate marketing and how do I get started as a digital nomad?

Make passive income while working from anywhere.

Employer of record (EOR) in the US: Benefits and how it works

Learn how an employer of record (EOR) in the U.S. works.

What is a leave of absence? Everything employers should know

Learn the benefits and rules of leave of absence

Hiring independent contractors in Spain: Everything you need to know

Discover the ins and outs of hiring contractors in Spain.

Making the case for global hiring: A guide for People leaders

How to convince your C-team to hire global talent.

Employer of Record (EOR) in Ireland: A quick guide

Discover how an EOR service can help you hire in Ireland.

Subcontractor vs. contractor: What are the main differences?

Learn key differences between contractors vs subcontractors

Do independent contractors get pay stubs? Complete guide

Here's how to generate an independent contractor pay stub.

Year to date (YTD): What is it and how to use it

Learn how YTD is used and why it’s important

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

Discover the best Employer of Record services.

Do employers have to offer holiday pay on Labor Day?

Learn how holiday pay works in the United States and around the world.

How to register a company in the UK in 8 steps

Follow this eight-step guide on registering a company in the U.K.

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

Learn overtime laws to ensure compliance

The risks of expanding a business globally

The advantages are clear, the risks—not so much.

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

Compare S corp vs. C corp structures.

Hiring independent contractors in Canada: Everything you need to know

Find out all about hiring Canadian contractors

HR for startups: Key strategies to build and scale teams

Learn how to scale your team

Payroll tax: What it is and how much employers pay

Know what you owe and run payroll with confidence. Learn the essentials of employer payroll taxes to stay compliant and focus on growing your team.

PTO laws by state in 2026: Complete guide

Learn how state laws impact accrual, rollover, and payout

Pay transparency laws by US state

Explore states leading the way in pay transparency laws

Small business employee benefits: A quick guide

Learn how to build a small business employee benefit package

Navigating change: Addressing manager burnout in times of transition

Strategies to support managers and prevent burnout.

How does unlimited PTO work? What employers need to know

Explore the advantages this benefit can bring.

Looking for a PEO in Singapore? Here’s what you need to know

How and why to partner with a PEO in Singapore.

An employee and employer’s guide to FIT taxable wages

Learn what FIT taxable wages are.

How to calculate work hours in 6 steps

Learn how to calculate hours worked and pay.

Hiring independent contractors in Portugal: Everything you need to know

Learn all about hiring Portuguese contractors.

A guide to employment and labor law in Canada

Hiring in Canada? Here's a guide to get you started!

Average salaries in Germany: A full 2025 guide

Explore Germany’s salary landscape and stay competitive

How to add 1099 and global contractors to your company’s benefits plan

Learn about the benefits your company can offer contractors.

Hire your Croatian team with an Employer of Record

Hiring in Croatia? Learn labor costs, compliance requirements, and why EOR beats entity setup.

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

Find out how an EOR can assist your hiring plan in Europe.

The 20 best countries to hire freelancers

Include these countries in your search for freelance talent.

Average salary in Spain in 2026: What to know

Here’s the full rundown of wage expectations.

Hiring independent contractors in India: Everything you need to know

All you need to know about hiring contractors in India

Employee and contractor misclassification: Risks and costs

All you need to know about employee misclassification.

PEOs in Canada: Everything you need to know

All you need to know about using a PEO in the True North.

1099-MISC vs 1099-NEC: Differences & deadlines

Explore the differences between Forms 1099-NEC vs 1099-MISC

Best enterprise payroll software for large businesses

Discover the best payroll software for large businesses.

How on-call pay works and how to calculate it

Learn how to build an airtight payment policy

What is a contingent worker?

Explore the benefits of hiring contingent workers

8 best contractor management software options for 2025

Compare the best contractor management software for 2025

Hiring independent contractors in Europe: Everything you need to know

Here's some information on how to hire contractor in Europe.

Why contractor compliance is crucial to your next funding round

Discover the risks of improper employee classification.

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

Learn how to fill out a 1099 form.

The importance of employee health and well-being: Why it matters

Discover how to help your team stay engaged

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

Learn how to calculate OTE salary and its benefits.

How to hire 1099 employees in 3 simple steps

Learn how to hire 1099 employees.

The Canada Workers Benefit: Everything you need to know

Find out who's eligible and how to apply

Independent contractor insurance: Who needs it?

Hire Your Costa Rica Team Fast With an Employer of Record

What you should know when looking for an EOR in Costa Rica.

Payroll tax vs. income tax: Understanding the differences

Compare payroll tax versus income tax.

How to find the right global employment partner

Not all global employment partners are made equal

What is employer-sponsored health insurance?

Learn how it supports employee well-being

What holidays do you get paid time and a half in the United States

Discover the essentials of time and a half pay

10 things to look for in a global compensation tool

Does your global compensation tool offer these things?

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

Know the differences so you can breeze through tax season.