What does a person driving to the airport for an Uber assignment and someone working on a 3000-word freelance feature for a magazine have in common? They’re both part of the ever-growing gig economy. The gig economy is composed of people who work short-term appointments or as . People working in the gig economy can sign up for jobs on customer-facing platforms like ride-share apps or courier …
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Remote work is not possible without the right technology. From connecting through communication platforms like Slack and Zoom to establishing a secure Virtual Private Network VPN remote tech allows remote work to happen across the world. Having the right technology to foster remote work is one of the most important parts of leaving the office behind. This article examines the nuances of remote …
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With diverse natural beauty vibrant cultural touchstones and a low cost of living Mexico is a perfect place to visit for any traveler. But for digital nomads and remote professionals Mexico’s immigration rules make the country a top remote work destination. In this helpful guide you’ll gain a better understanding of these unique immigration rules to begin working remotely in Mexico. Why Work …
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In today's world of work having a skilled workforce can mean tapping into talent pools across borders and hiring international talent. But with global hiring comes specific tax obligations.For instance if a U.S. employer pays foreign employees and contractors outside the U.S. Form W-8BEN is a necessary tax requirement to certify their country of residence.The guide below outlines the purpose of …
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Today’s workforce has the unique ability to log on from anywhere. That means the coffee shop down the road a coworking space in a new city or even an Airbnb in a different country. With the growing adoption of remote work and the evolution of virtual communication and project management tools many employees are looking to work outside of the office at least one day per week. Some though are …
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German-based companies across a wide range of industries attract workers of all skill levels particularly those in highly-skilled professions. To make it easier for qualified professionals to relocate and work in Germany’s science tech math computing and healthcare fields the government announced last fall. The new act amends existing laws and regulations including Germany’s Residence Act and its …
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In August 2019 the Irish government announced changes to its Critical Skills Employment Permit CSEP the visa designed to attract skilled foreign talent to Ireland. The permit covers only select qualified professionals those deemed essential to filling shortages in Ireland’s most technical sectors. The CSEP brings attractive changes for both employers and applicants all of which hiring personnel …
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On January 31st 2020 the United Kingdom officially left the European Union EU. Although this move was over three-and-a-half years in the making many questions and an uncertain future remain. Companies considering global expansion question how Brexit impacts doing business in the UK and Europe as a whole. The move also raises questions about whether or not companies should expand into the UK or …
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Hong Kong protests recently entered their 11th month and show no sign of slowing. The Hong Kong government’s proposed Fugitive Offenders amendment bill known colloquially as the extradition bill sparked rage among millions of Hongkongers who saw the bill as Chinese government overreach and a threat to civil liberties and freedom. Despite the ongoing protests Hong Kong is the fifth-most attractive …
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Global expansion remains a top priority for 83 of U.S. and UK tech executives this year according to Velocity Global's forthcoming 2020 State of Global Expansion™ Report Technology Industry. The independently commissioned report reveals what fuels 1000 leaders' global growth ambitions challenges they face and the markets they identified to realize their goals. Discover Tech Leaders' Global …
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