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BlogApril 3, 2024

How to Hire Employees in Colombia From Another Country

Learn about employment in Colombia, including the statutory requirements, payroll compliance, and and how to hire remote workers.

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BlogMarch 29, 2024

How to Hire Employees in the Netherlands: A Guide for Global Employers

To hire in the Netherlands, global employers can set up an entity in the Netherlands, partner with an EOR, or engage Dutch contractors.

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BlogMarch 21, 2024

Hiring Employees in Mexico: 3 Options for Global Businesses

Global employers hiring employees in Mexico can set up an entity in Mexico, partner with an EOR, or engage contractors in Mexico.

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BlogMarch 8, 2024

Hiring Employees in France: A Guide For Global Employers

Global employers interested in hiring employees in France can set up an entity in France, partner with an EOR, or engage French contractors.

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BlogFebruary 28, 2024

How to Hire Employees in Spain From Another Country

To hire employees in Spain, global companies can set up a legal entity, partner with an EOR, or engage contractors. Learn more in our guide.

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BlogFebruary 23, 2024

Employee Misclassification Penalties: What Employers Should Know

Learn about employee misclassification penalties. Protect your business from penalties like back taxes, litigation, and reputational damage with Pebl.

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BlogFebruary 21, 2024

How to Hire Employees in Brazil From Another Country

To hire in Brazil, global companies can set up a legal entity, partner with an EOR, or engage contractors. Learn more in our guide.

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BlogFebruary 16, 2024

How to Avoid the Risks of Misclassifying Employees As Independent Contractors

The risks of misclassifying independent contractors include legal and financial penalties. Learn how to avoid them and maintain compliance.

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BlogFebruary 7, 2024

How to Employ Someone in Germany: A Guide to Hiring Remotely

To employ someone in Germany, global companies can set up a legal entity, partner with an EOR, or engage contractors. Learn more in our guide.

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HR Strategies Blogs

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BlogSeptember 24, 2026

10 Ways Your Company Can Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Ten practical, respectful ways to mark Hispanic Heritage Month at work, built for distributed teams across time zones and borders.

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BlogSeptember 15, 2026

Employee Experience Strategy: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Build One

Learn what an employee experience strategy is, why it matters, and how to build one that supports your global workforce.

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BlogSeptember 14, 2026

Overhead Costs: How to Calculate and Reduce Your Expenses

Learn what overhead costs are, the differences between overhead vs. operating expenses, and how to calculate and reduce overhead costs.

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Payroll Blogs

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BlogOctober 21, 2026

MPF Hong Kong: Contribution Rates and Payroll Tax Guide

Learn about MPF Hong Kong: what employers contribute, who’s exempt, how eMPF works, and how the abolition of offsetting mechanism affects severance costs.

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BlogOctober 21, 2026

Average Salary in Norway: A Guide for Employers

What is the average salary in Norway? See pay data by city and role, plus minimum wage and payroll rules for employers hiring in Norway.

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BlogOctober 14, 2026

Average Salary in Costa Rica: Pay by City and Role

Explore the average salary in Costa Rica by role and city, plus minimum wages, payroll costs, and other key hiring considerations.

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Employer of Record Blogs

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BlogOctober 14, 2026

Oyster vs. Deel: Which Employer of Record Platform Is Best for Global Hiring?

Oyster vs. Deel: Compare EOR pricing, payroll, compliance, and coverage to choose the right platform for your international hiring needs.

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BlogSeptember 23, 2026

Hispanic Heritage Month: What It Teaches Global Employers About Hiring in Latin America

Hispanic Heritage Month is a reminder that Latin America is one of the world's fastest-growing talent markets. Here's how an EOR helps you hire there compliantly.

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BlogJuly 15, 2026

Top Rippling Alternatives for Global Payroll and EOR

Explore the best Rippling alternatives for global hiring, payroll, and EOR. Compare top platforms to find the right fit for your team.

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Global Growth Blogs

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BlogSeptember 23, 2026

Hispanic Heritage Month: What It Teaches Global Employers About Hiring in Latin America

Hispanic Heritage Month is a reminder that Latin America is one of the world's fastest-growing talent markets. Here's how an EOR helps you hire there compliantly.

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BlogSeptember 23, 2026

Nearshore Software Development in Colombia: A Guide for Growing Companies

Explore why nearshore software development in Colombia is booming, the hiring challenges to expect, and how to build a compliant engineering team fast.

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BlogSeptember 23, 2026

Staff Augmentation vs. Managed Services: How to Choose

Learn the difference between staff augmentation vs. managed services. Explore use cases and when to choose the model that best fits your global team.

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Country Guides Blogs

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BlogOctober 13, 2026

Average Salary in Pakistan: Wage Breakdowns By City and Role

Learn the average salary in Pakistan, including minimum wage and average income by city and industry. Find benchmarks to use for salary planning.

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BlogOctober 13, 2026

Average Salary in Singapore: What Employers Need To Know

Discover the average salary in Singapore by age and role, plus minimum wage rules. See each Singapore average salary in USD for reference.

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BlogOctober 13, 2026

Average Salary in Denmark: Guide for Global Employers

Curious about the average salary in Denmark? See how pay varies by region and role, and what it takes to hire and pay employees compliantly in 2026.

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Employee Benefits Blogs

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BlogOctober 7, 2026

Average Salary in Sweden: Wages By City and Industry

Find out the average salary in Sweden as well as the median income and minimum wage in the country. See breakdowns by city and job type.

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BlogSeptember 15, 2026

Maternity Leave in China: Pay, Eligibility, and Employer Obligations

Learn how China maternity leave is calculated, how it varies by province, and what employers are responsible for before, during, and after leave.

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BlogSeptember 14, 2026

How Much Do Benefits Cost per Employee? An HR Leader’s Guide

Wondering how much benefits cost per employee? Compare benchmarks across five different countries, and learn top tips to manage expenses.

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Worker Guides Blogs

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BlogOctober 13, 2026

Virtual Collaboration Tools: Choose the Right Software for Your Team

Compare the best virtual collaboration tools. Explore collaboration platforms and learn how to choose the right solution for your global team.

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BlogOctober 9, 2025

What Is a Remote Job? A Complete Guide to Remote Work

Embrace the future: remote work & global teams - A comprehensive guide. Learn to hire remotely with the support of an Employer of Record.

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BlogOctober 2, 2025

Telework vs. Remote Work: What’s the Difference?

Explore the difference between telework vs. remote work with Pebl. Discover how they compare, their benefits, and which work option fits you.

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Immigration + Relocation Blogs

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BlogOctober 21, 2026

A Guide to Panama Work Visas: What Hiring Teams Should Know

Learn all about Panama work visas, including permit types, employer duties, foreign worker quotas, and application steps for compliant hiring.

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BlogOctober 21, 2026

Germany Work Visa Requirements: A Guide for Employers

Understand Germany work visa requirements for employers. Explore visa routes, documents, and timelines to hire or relocate non-EU talent with confidence.

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BlogOctober 21, 2026

Switzerland Work Visas: How to Legally Hire or Relocate Employees

Discover how to obtain a Switzerland work visa. Learn the requirements, types of Swiss work visas available, and how global employers can hire compliantly.

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