Lars Smith

Head of Growth

Articles by Lars Smith

EOR vs. Contractor: Which One Is Right for Your Startup?
Not sure whether to hire via EOR or engage a contractor? This guide breaks down the key differences, risks, and when each model makes sense for startups.
4/16/20266 min read
Global hiring
Hiring in Canada: A Practical Overview of Canadian Labor Laws for Global Employers
Understand Canadian labour laws before hiring internationally. A practical overview for global employers on employment standards, payroll, and compliance in Canada.
4/16/20265 min read
Global hiring
How to Hire Specialized Talent: A Founder’s Guide to Going Global
Struggling to find niche expertise locally? This founder's guide explains how to hire specialized talent globally — without setting up local entities.
4/16/20266 min read
Global hiring
What Is an EOR and When Should a Startup Use One?
Learn what an Employer of Record (EOR) is, how it works, and when it makes sense for startups looking to hire internationally without a local entity.
4/16/20265 min read
Global hiring
Building a Global Remote Work Policy That Actually Holds Up Legally
A step-by-step guide to creating a legally sound global remote work policy. Covers employment classification, data protection, working hours, and cross-border compliance.
4/15/20267 min read
Remote teams
How Remote Work Has Changed Hiring in Scandinavia and the UK
Remote work has transformed talent acquisition across Scandinavia and the UK. Explore how hiring practices, candidate expectations, and compliance requirements have evolved.
4/15/20266 min read
Remote teams
How to Handle Employee Termination
Terminating international employees requires careful compliance. Learn how to handle employee termination legally across different countries, with guidance on notice periods and severance.
4/15/20266 min read
Global recruitment
How to Hire in the UK Without Opening a Local Entity
Hire employees in the UK without setting up a British company. Fronted's EOR service handles UK payroll, employment contracts, and compliance on your behalf.
4/15/20265 min read
Global hiring
Nordic Employment Law Compared: What HR Teams Need to Know Before Hiring
Compare employment laws across Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland. Essential reading for HR teams planning to hire in the Nordics without local entities.
4/15/20267 min read
Global hiring
The HR Leader's Guide to Global Workforce Expansion in 2026
Expand your global workforce in 2026 with confidence. This HR leader's guide covers EOR, compliance, talent sourcing, and the tools you need to scale internationally.
4/15/20266 min read
Global recruitment
Innovative Global Recruitment Strategies for Startups in 2025
Stand out in a crowded talent market. Explore innovative global recruitment strategies designed to help startups attract, assess, and hire top talent faster and more compliantly.
3/28/20265 min read
AI Recruiting Tools in 2026: How Smart Technology is Transforming Global Hiring
AI is reshaping how companies hire globally. Explore the best AI recruiting tools in 2026 and how smart technology speeds up sourcing, screening, and compliance.
3/27/20264 min read
How Startups Can Build Trust in Offshore Teams — A Remote Culture Playbook
A practical playbook for building trust in offshore teams — strategies for cohesion, transparency, and accountability across borders.
3/20/20267 min read
Remote teams
How to Onboard Global Employees Efficiently: Automation and Compliance in Harmony
Streamline international employee onboarding with automation and compliance built in. Learn how to onboard global hires quickly, correctly, and without the admin headache.
3/13/20266 min read
The Hidden Costs of Remote Hiring : What Startups Overlook Until It’s Too Late
Remote hiring looks cheap until it isn't. Discover the hidden costs startups miss — from misclassification risks and compliance fines to onboarding inefficiencies and churn.
3/9/20267 min read
Remote teams
From Recruitment to Retention — Building a Global Workforce That Actually Stays
Hiring globally is only half the challenge — retaining talent is the other. Learn proven strategies for building a global workforce that stays engaged, productive, and loyal.
3/4/20266 min read
Remote teams
How to Hire in Scandinavia Without Setting Up Entities: A 2026 Guide
Hiring in Norway, Sweden, or Denmark without a local entity? This 2026 guide covers EOR options, compliance requirements, and how Fronted makes Scandinavian hiring simple.
3/1/20265 min read
Global hiring
Top 10 Countries for Hiring Remote Talent in 2026 (and Why They’re Winning)
Discover the top 10 countries for hiring remote talent in 2026. We break down talent quality, cost, time zones, and compliance considerations for each market.
1/18/20267 min read
Remote teams
Boost Your Growth by Hiring Specialized Talent
Access the niche expertise your business needs to scale. Learn how hiring specialized talent globally — through EOR and recruitment — accelerates growth without local entity overhead.
8/18/202510 min read
Global expansion
How to Avoid Common Remote Hiring Mistakes
Remote hiring mistakes can be costly. Learn the most common pitfalls — from misclassifying contractors to poor onboarding — and how to avoid them when building your global team.
8/11/20255 min read
Global recruitment
10 Proven Strategies to Reduce Hiring Costs Without Sacrificing Talent
10 proven strategies from Fronted to cut hiring costs without cutting corners — reduce recruitment spend while attracting top global talent.
8/4/20254 min read
Global recruitment
How to Write Job Ads for Remote Roles That Attract Top Talent
Write remote job ads that stand out and convert. Learn what top candidates look for and how to attract the best global applicants.
7/28/20255 min read
Global recruitment
The Top Benefits of Global Teams: Why Going Global Gives Your Business an Edge
Global teams offer more than cost savings. Discover the strategic advantages of building an international workforce — from 24/7 productivity to access to rare talent pools.
7/21/20256 min read
How to Overcome Local Hiring Limitations and Unlock Business Growth
Learn how companies can overcome local hiring shortages by accessing global talent, expanding into new markets, and building teams across borders.
7/14/202513 min read
Hiring in the Philippines: A Smart Strategy for Scaling Your Team Efficiently
Hire in the Philippines without a local entity: contractor, EOR or your own company compared, plus 13th month pay, SSS, PhilHealth and Pag-IBIG.
7/7/202517 min read
How to Build a Global Hiring Strategy That Actually Scales Your Business
A scalable global hiring strategy doesn't happen by accident. This guide walks you through building a repeatable, compliant process for recruiting and employing talent worldwide.
6/30/202514 min read
Why Transparency Matters in Global Recruitment
Transparency builds trust with international candidates and reduces hiring risk. Learn why open communication about pay, process, and expectations is essential in global recruitment.
6/25/202512 min read
Global recruitment
7 Essential Best Practices for Managing a Distributed Team
Effective distributed teams rely on strong communication and structure. Explore best practices to improve performance and team alignment.
6/24/20254 min read
Best Practices for Interviewing Remote Candidates: A Guide
Hiring remotely? Learn 7 best practices for interviewing remote candidates, improve your interview process, and hire top talent with confidence.
6/23/20254 min read
Remote teams
Top Recruitment Strategies for Startups: Boost Your Team
Discover the most effective recruitment strategies for startups. From employer branding to global talent sourcing, learn how to attract and hire the right people faster.
6/22/20255 min read
Top Remote Team Management Tools for Streamlined Workflows
The right tools make remote teams run smoothly. Explore the top remote team management platforms for communication, project tracking, HR, and compliance in 2026.
6/22/202519 min read
Why Remote Teams are the Future of Work: A New Era
Remote work is the new standard. Fronted breaks down why distributed teams are reshaping how companies hire, operate, and compete globally.
6/21/20254 min read
10 Proven Strategies to Build Trust in Remote Teams
Learn 10 practical ways to build trust in remote and virtual teams, improve communication, strengthen collaboration, and create a more connected distributed workforce.
6/20/20257 min read
Best Countries for Remote Customer Support Success
Not all countries are equal for remote support. Learn where to hire top talent and scale your customer service globally.
6/19/202516 min read
Your Ultimate International Hiring Guide for Global Growth
Everything you need to hire and expand internationally with Fronted: EOR, COR, recruitment, compliance, and payroll — without the complexity.
6/19/202515 min read
Boost Your Business with Smart International Recruitment
Hiring globally changes how companies grow. Explore how international recruitment helps you build stronger teams and stay competitive.
6/17/202517 min read
Building a Remote-First Company Culture
Can’t build strong team culture remotely? Discover proven strategies to create a connected and productive remote-first team.
6/15/20259 min read
Essential Remote Workforce Guide for Dynamic CEOs
A no-nonsense remote workforce guide for CEOs. Covers everything from building your first distributed team to managing compliance, culture, and performance across borders.
6/14/202516 min read
Global Talent Sourcing
Learn how to source, attract, and hire top talent globally. Explore practical strategies for finding specialized candidates beyond your local talent market.
6/14/202514 min read
How Startups Can Scale with Remote Teams: A Practical Guide
Scaling a startup with remote teams is faster and leaner than traditional hiring. This practical guide shows founders how to build, manage, and grow distributed teams effectively.
6/13/20254 min read
Scaling Startups with Global Remote Teams
Scale your startup with a global remote team — Fronted's guide to hiring, compliance, communication, and culture across borders.
6/13/202519 min read
How to Build Remote Team Success: Essential Strategies
Remote team success doesn't happen by default. Discover the essential strategies for building high-performance distributed teams — from hiring to culture to daily operations.
6/12/202519 min read
How to Build a Remote-First Team: Key CEO Strategies
CEOs building remote-first companies need a clear playbook. Learn the key strategies for structuring, hiring, and leading a distributed team that performs at the highest level.
6/12/20257 min read
How to Hire Top Developers from the Philippines: A Guide
Hiring developers in the Philippines? Learn the exact process for sourcing, hiring, onboarding, and managing Filipino developers compliantly in 2026.
6/11/202510 min read
Global hiring
Founder Strategies for Building Remote Teams: A Guide
Building a remote team as a founder requires the right strategy from day one. Learn how to structure, hire, and manage distributed teams that scale with your business.
6/10/202515 min read
Global recruitment
How to Hire a UX Designer for a Startup: A Founder’s Guide
Discover the benefits of remote hiring, from accessing global talent and reducing hiring constraints to building flexible teams across borders.
6/9/20256 min read
Hiring Remote Developers
Find, vet, and hire remote developers anywhere in the world. This guide covers sourcing strategies, technical assessment, compliant contracts, and onboarding best practices.
6/8/202515 min read
How to Save Money on Recruitment for a Growing Business
Recruitment costs don't have to spiral out of control. Learn practical strategies to reduce hiring spend for growing businesses without compromising on talent quality.
6/7/20255 min read
Navigating Future of Work Trends: Key Strategies for CEOs
A guide for CEOs: strategies to adapt hiring, workforce structure, and culture for the future of work.
6/6/202513 min read
Remote Hiring Best Practices in 2026
Hiring remotely without a process is expensive. How to source globally, screen for remote skills, run virtual interviews and onboard compliantly.
6/5/202512 min read
Why Remote Teams Outperform Local Teams
Data shows remote teams often outperform their in-office counterparts. Learn why distributed teams deliver higher productivity, lower turnover, and broader talent access.
6/5/20255 min read
Overcoming Bias in International Hiring
Unconscious bias shapes more international hiring decisions than most teams realize. Fronted's guide shows how to identify and reduce bias in recruitment.
6/4/202517 min read
The Ultimate Guide to Hiring a Remote Marketing Team in 2025
Build a high-performing remote marketing team from scratch. This guide covers where to find talent, how to structure roles, and how to manage global marketers compliantly.
6/2/20255 min read