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In this episode of the 1% Edge podcast, Carlos Nouche speaks with Patrick McKelvie, Vice President of Sales at Remote, about the challenges and opportunities of hiring and developing talent in a remote work environment. They discuss the importance of compliance with international employment laws, building a strong remote culture, and the significance of personal connections and communication in a distributed workforce. Patrick shares insights on developing talent and the role of curiosity in leadership, emphasizing the need for open conversations about individual motivations and career paths.
Takeaways
- Remote work expands the talent pool beyond geographical limits.
- Diversity in hiring brings valuable perspectives to teams.
- Compliance with international laws is crucial when hiring abroad.
- Building a strong culture requires engagement and communication.
- Leaders must be deliberate in fostering connections among remote teams.
- Understanding individual motivations enhances team dynamics.
- Curiosity is a key trait for personal and professional growth.
- Empowering employees to take charge of their development leads to better outcomes.
- Creating opportunities for collaboration strengthens team bonds.
- Personal connections can be built even in a remote setting.
Titles
- Navigating the Remote HiringLandscape
- Understanding EmploymentLaws and Compliance
- Building a Strong RemoteCulture
Sound Bites
- "Compliance is king."
- "Engagement is so key."
- "You have to be more deliberate."
- "It's important to check in with people."
- "Curiosity is so important."
- "You can't teach attitude."
Chapters
[00:00] Navigating the Remote Hiring Landscape
[05:08] Understanding Employment Laws and Compliance
[10:54] Building a Strong Remote Culture
[20:27] Developing Talent in a Remote Environment
[26:03] Personal Journeys and Leadership Lessons
