The Global HR Dispatch #2 | Global payroll, skills-based hiring, and tech talent

Hey there,

First time seeing me here, ey? Well, you might have missed our previous issue where we talked about AI taking over the world (just kidding!), finding that puzzling work-life balance, and the case of the U.S. accountants shortage.

But I’m back. Let's take a break and dive into this month's highlights on work-life balance, global payroll, and Saudi Arabia shaking up their labor laws. Let’s go.

Bridging cultures, building teams

Let’s start with everyone’s favorite. We promise you these reads will leave you feeling inspired, helping you build a workplace where people genuinely want to be.

Your team (and your sanity) will thank you.

Work-life balance? Or work-life "see ya later!" ???

Gen Zs are setting serious work boundaries, pushing employee disengagement costs to $8 trillion globally. It's time to build trust, show appreciation, and create a workplace where Gen Z thrives. Time to build trust →

Skills > degrees? Grandma says “no” employees say "heck yeah!"

Your grandma might still be impressed by that fancy degree, but your employees aren't. Turns out, 83% of them would rather work for a company that values their skills. Plus, it's a win-win: happier employees, better results. Sorry, grandma →

Global payroll a hot mess?

We get it! Spreadsheets, deadlines, doom... Fear not, our newly launched Global Payroll simplifies and automates payroll across countries and currencies – conquer global payroll chaos and create a system that actually works.

No more payroll panic attacks

Your compliance reading list

We know compliance might not be the most exciting topic, but staying up-to-date on the latest regulations is crucial for any business. So, consider this your friendly reminder to add compliance to your to-do list.

• Saudi Arabia's shaking up its labor laws! Big changes are coming? for wages, resignations, probation periods, and more set to take effect in February 2025. Get the scoop on what's changing →
• Illinois says no bias allowed even for AI. The state updated its Human Rights Act to ban discriminatory AI use in hiring and employment, covering both traditional and generative AI effective January 1, 2026. Bye bye AI →
• In the US, the Federal Trade Commission's ban on non-compete clauses is soon to go into effect. Need a refresher on the original ruling? We've got you covered. →

What's the latest on Multiplier

It's not you, it's your local tech talent pool

Looking to build your dream team…globally but can't find the right one? Join our webinar on Oct 24th and learn how to find and hire the best talent, no matter where they are featuring Jeff Lam from Arc.dev , Alycia Damp, PhD from Hireguide , and our CTO Hiraash T. Swipe right on global talent →

Eiffel Tower & effortless payroll? Oui, oui! ?? ????

Say "au revoir" to global payroll headaches at UNLEASH World Paris. Join us at stand A107, Oct 16-17, Paris Convention Centre and see our new Global Payroll solution in action. See you in Paris →

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