Remote Talent Talks: The Future of Remote Offshore Workforces

In Episode 11, host Cal Baker is joined by Lianne Friedman , Partner Director at PeopleGig, executive coach, and experienced operations leader, for a powerful conversation about what happens when offshore teams stop feeling external and start truly belonging. Together, they discuss one of the most overlooked aspects of scaling remote workforces: engagement. Beyond systems, structure, and cost effi...

“Growth is exciting. Scaling is where things fall apart.” In this episode of RemoteTalks, host Caleb Baker sits down with Charlotte Bungard, COO of Scendar, to unpack a hard truth most founders learn the expensive way: growth does not equal success. Revenue can increase. Headcount can grow. Opportunities can stack up. But without structure, systems, and leadership clarity, that growth often become...

“Offshore teams aren’t harder to build. They’re just different. And if you don’t design it right upfront, you’ll keep rebuilding it later.” In this episode of RemoteTalks, host Caleb Baker is joined by David Maxfield, Sales Director at PeopleGig, to unpack a question many founders quietly wrestle with: Why do offshore hires fail before they even begin? Too often, leaders approach offshore hiring a...

“AI isn’t here to replace us. It’s here to listen, support, and help people do their best work.”  In this episode, host Cal Baker is joined by Rachelle Divina , Head of Team Success at PeopleGig, and Shourov Bhattacharya , Founder of Polynize, to open a powerful conversation about humans plus AI and what it truly means to build the future of work together. Rather than framing AI as a threat, this...

“Trust isn’t static—it’s built, broken, and rebuilt in every interaction. It’s the true currency of performance.” – Nat Cagilaba Welcome to Remote Talent Talks , the PeopleGig podcast exploring the future of offshore teams and ethical offshoring. In this episode, host Caleb Baker sits down with Nat Cagilaba , Managing Director of We Are Unity , to unpack why trust has become the defining currency...

Welcome to Remote Talent Talks, your go-to podcast for exploring the world of remote work and ethical offshoring. In this milestone episode, co-founders ⁠Caleb Baker⁠ and ⁠Gavin Ifield⁠ sit down together for the very first time. They share their journey of building PeopleGig, reflect on lessons from leading global enterprises, and uncover what truly drives sustainable growth: putting people before...

Welcome to Remote Talent Talks, your go-to podcast for exploring the world of remote work and ethical offshoring. In this milestone episode, co-founders Caleb Baker and Gavin Ifield sit down together for the very first time. They share their journey of building PeopleGig, reflect on lessons from leading global enterprises, and uncover what truly drives sustainable growth: putting people before pro...

TESG didn’t just grow their team; they chose to grow it the right way. In this episode of Remote Talent Talks , Caleb Baker sits down with Eleisha Ifield, General Manager of TESG, to discuss what it truly means to scale ethically using offshore teams. With a deep background in fire protection and leadership, Eleisha shares how TESG transitioned its offshore workforce to a more values-aligned partn...

The Moonlighting Myth: More Than Just a Paycheque Over 70% of remote workers in offshore markets like the Philippines have multiple jobs. Does this mean they’re underpaid, or is there more to the story? Many assume moonlighting is purely a financial necessity. But the reality? It’s often a symptom of disengagement, underutilisation, and poor job design. When remote employees feel disconnected from...

In the latest episode of Remote Talent Talks, Peoplegig is thrilled to host Hamsa Selvam, Co-Founder and CEO of Equitabl, in a conversation that redefines workforce design, ethics, and data-driven decision-making. Joining Caleb Baker, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Peoplegig, the duo delves deep into their innovative partnership and how it’s shaping the future of ethical offshoring and workfo...

In Episode 2 of the Remote Talent Talks Podcast, join co-founder Caleb Baker as he teams up with Kate Aurelio, Rosette Ting, and Cyrus D'Cruz for a dynamic discussion on the dos and don’ts of ethical offshoring. From fair wages to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards, the team dives into what it takes to build remote teams that thrive sustainably. Together, they explore why transp...

Our journey begins with an introduction to a topic that’s more relevant than ever: the future of remote work and offshoring. In our very first episode, we sit down with three of Peoplegig’s key players—Cal, our co-founder; Cy, our Partner Director based in Australia; and Kate, our Head of Talent and People. Together, they unravel the complexities of remote work, sharing personal experiences and pr...