Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this episode, Rudi Bauer talks with Felix Steffens, Co-founder and CEO of WorkMotion, about the evolution of the borderless workforce and how companies can overcome the talent shortage through global hiring.
They discuss the shift from physical presence to output-oriented leadership, the importance of asynchronous communication, and the legal complexities of hiring across borders. Felix also shares insights into WorkMotion’s "country factors" for fair global compensation, the role of AI in vetting international candidates, and the strategic steps startups should take when building a distributed team.
00:20 Intro
03:13 Felix's Journey and WorkMotion's Mission
06:22 Onboarding and Integration Challenges
09:09 Leadership in a Remote Work Environment
12:06 The Evolution of Remote Work Post-COVID
15:15 Misconceptions About Global Hiring
18:24 Navigating Global Compensation and Compliance
21:16 Tools and Processes for International Hiring
24:10 Cultural Differences in Global Teams
27:15 Steps for Effective Global Hiring
30:21 Final Thoughts and Rapid Fire Round
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Welcome to WeAreDevelopers, Europe’s leading platform for connecting companies with top tech talent! We understand the challenges HR professionals and recruiters face in bridging the gap with developers—and we’re here to help overcome them.
Stay ahead with Tech Recruiting Insights, our bi-weekly newsletter designed specifically for HR leaders and recruiters. Get the latest trends, tech job market insights, leadership strategies, and employer branding tips. Subscribe now at wearedevelopers.com/business/newsletter.
Looking to hire developers or position your company as an employer of choice? Explore our recruiting platform at wearedevelopers.com/en/business.
Join the HR Leaders Summit, Europe’s premier event for HR and work innovation, embedded within the WeAreDevelopers World Congress. Network with, learn from industry experts, and uncover cutting-edge strategies in employer branding, talent acquisition, and work culture.
In this episode, Rudi Bauer talks with Felix Steffens, Co-founder and CEO of WorkMotion, about the evolution of the borderless workforce and how companies can overcome the talent shortage through global hiring.
They discuss the shift from physical presence to output-oriented leadership, the importance of asynchronous communication, and the legal complexities of hiring across borders. Felix also shares insights into WorkMotion’s "country factors" for fair global compensation, the role of AI in vetting international candidates, and the strategic steps startups should take when building a distributed team.
00:20 Intro
03:13 Felix's Journey and WorkMotion's Mission
06:22 Onboarding and Integration Challenges
09:09 Leadership in a Remote Work Environment
12:06 The Evolution of Remote Work Post-COVID
15:15 Misconceptions About Global Hiring
18:24 Navigating Global Compensation and Compliance
21:16 Tools and Processes for International Hiring
24:10 Cultural Differences in Global Teams
27:15 Steps for Effective Global Hiring
30:21 Final Thoughts and Rapid Fire Round
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Welcome to WeAreDevelopers, Europe’s leading platform for connecting companies with top tech talent! We understand the challenges HR professionals and recruiters face in bridging the gap with developers—and we’re here to help overcome them.
Stay ahead with Tech Recruiting Insights, our bi-weekly newsletter designed specifically for HR leaders and recruiters. Get the latest trends, tech job market insights, leadership strategies, and employer branding tips. Subscribe now at wearedevelopers.com/business/newsletter.
Looking to hire developers or position your company as an employer of choice? Explore our recruiting platform at wearedevelopers.com/en/business.
Join the HR Leaders Summit, Europe’s premier event for HR and work innovation, embedded within the WeAreDevelopers World Congress. Network with, learn from industry experts, and uncover cutting-edge strategies in employer branding, talent acquisition, and work culture.
