[lbriner]

Remote can be challenging for different reasons. We do have remote (UK only) folks but as soon as you extend that to other countries, it is kind of like offshoring but without the value-add of local management. Risk are:

* Time zones can cause things to take a long time to resolve

* Cultural differences can be confusing (like people who say, "yes" to be polite, not because the answer is yes!)

* The legal protections are much lower when dealing with another country

* You have practical concerns like shipping things (laptops etc.) that just create even more work

* Possible language barriers, especially with very complicated or subtle things

I think it can work well but only when you have designed your company around remote-first working and probably only for experienced staff who you can expect to know what they are doing.

[e-pelaza]

I totally agree with you, but you have to provide something attractive for the people you want to hire. You mentioned FAANG, and you know why they get so much attention? They pay 40% above market rate. If you can't attract people with money, you have to find something else. An even with all the challenges, remote work is what attract people nowadays. Try putting yourself in the shoes of those who are looking for work.

[ska]

> They pay 40% above market rate.

In many cases, that is a severe underestimate.