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Remember that for a US-based startup, the "hiring talent from anywhere" is easier said than done. You've got to register your business in every state you have
by paulcole 3y ago
Remember that for a US-based startup, the "hiring talent from anywhere" is easier said than done.
You've got to register your business in every state you have somebody working, get unemployment insurance and workers comp set up there, make sure you understand the local labor laws, etc., etc., etc. That's not even considering hiring outside the US.
It's a total pain in the butt and may not be worth it for a small company with limited person-power.
- jedberg 3y agoOh I know. And I hate it. I run a remote company and have dealt with it. I wish there was a company that existed to handle this for me. I just tell them I want to hire someone in state XXX and they set me up with whatever I need in that state. There are a bunch of companies that will get me 1/2 way (set up payroll but then tell me I'm on my own for insurance, for example). But still, for the right person, it's worth the hassle. But this is also why some companies limit their remote work to certain states -- so they only have to do that stuff a few times.
- paulcole 3y agoYeah it’s nuts. I’m up to being open to hiring in about 15 states but have gotten set up in 3 so far. If you’re willing to give up a ton of control, a PEO seems to be the “best” option but I haven’t found one I fully trust.