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With the world’s largest fully remote workforce, Toptal knows what it takes to stay competitive in today's economy. On Toptal Insights, we explore how talent plays an integral role in driving innovation, and the new ways of working that companies need to embrace to ensure they attract and retain the best.
Remote, not re-moat
In the name of “returning to normal,” companies are forcing employees back into the office, locking out both themselves and their employees from working remotely—and all of the benefits that it brings.

Taso Du Val
As Toptal’s Chief Executive Officer, Taso manages Toptal’s core team of hundreds of team members distributed throughout the world, with a focus on innovation. Since Toptal was founded in 2010, Taso has led it to become the largest high-skilled, on-demand talent network in the world. Taso serves on the board of multiple organizations, advising on talent strategy and innovation for Fortune 100s and nonprofits. Taso has guest lectured at Harvard Business School, Wharton, and Oxford on talent management and entrepreneurship.
Why MassMutual Ditched Hierarchical Job Titles—and Reaped Big Rewards
MassMutual shook up its hierarchical organizational structure to create a more collaborative workforce. Experts weigh in on how it’s going—and what leaders can learn from the overhaul.

Kerry Hannon
An expert on entrepreneurship, personal finance, and retirement, Hannon has written more than a dozen books, including Great Pajama Jobs.
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3 Bold Predictions for the Real Future of Virtual Work
Pandemic-necessitated remote work arrangements brought the office and all of its pitfalls into the home. The future of virtual work will look entirely different.

Matthew M.F. Miller
Senior Writer Matthew M. F. Miller is a bestselling author with articles in the Los Angeles Times, The Dallas Morning News, and more.
The Right Mix: Blending Remote Cultures After a Merger or Acquisition
Bringing together two businesses and their distinct cultures can be especially tricky when workforces are remote. Cultural due diligence and active listening can help ensure a unified operation.

June Bell
June Bell is an award-winning writer whose work has appeared in The National Law Journal, The San Francisco Chronicle, and HR Magazine.
How to Lead Fewer, Better Meetings in 2021 and Beyond
Author Daniel Stillman shares tips every leader needs to improve the organizational communication issues plaguing suddenly remote teams.

Matthew M.F. Miller
Senior Writer Matthew M. F. Miller is a bestselling author with articles in the Los Angeles Times, The Dallas Morning News, and more.
How Open Talent Can Drive Healthcare’s Digital Transformation
The keys to future growth, innovation, and safety will require access to the exact skills needed at the exact right time.

Erik Stettler
Erik is a co-founder of a global venture capital fund that has invested in 50 startups (raising more than $500 million) and has realized six exits. He serves as Toptal’s Chief Economist and holds an MBA from Harvard.
How Verizon Created an Award-winning Virtual Internship Program
Last year, Verizon transformed its internship program to be fully remote. Here’s how they created a rewarding experience for students and managers.

Stephanie Emma Pfeffer
Stephanie Emma Pfeffer is a sought-after storyteller for bestselling publications like People, Family Circle, Self, and New York Magazine.
Digitally Divided: Zoom-less Rural America Looks to Close Broadband Gap
Poor investments and service monopolies have blocked many Americans from high-speed internet access. Renewed interest in boosting broadband might finally bridge the access gap.

Michael J. McDonald
Michael J. McDonald is an award-winning journalist who has worked at Bloomberg News and Thomson Financial. He is a Senior Writer at Toptal.
Prioritizing Health Pros' Pain Points in Connected Medical Device Design
In life-or-death situations, Internet of Medical Things-enabled devices are helpful only if healthcare professionals are willing to use them.

Kyle Kotowick, Ph.D.
Kyle Kotowick, PhD (MIT ‘18), is a solutions architect, an innovator, and the Founder and CEO of Invicton Labs.
Why Companies Shouldn’t Reintroduce All Travel Post-COVID-19
With health and safety concerns for workers, and liability and logistical concerns for companies, it’s just not worth returning to the operational status quo.

Matthew M.F. Miller
Senior Writer Matthew M. F. Miller is a bestselling author with articles in the Los Angeles Times, The Dallas Morning News, and more.
As Talent Goes Remote, Smaller Cities Make Big Gains
San Francisco and New York City are not the draws they once were because of a surge in virtual work options. Now, surprising new hubs are emerging.

Michael J. McDonald
Michael J. McDonald is an award-winning journalist who has worked for Bloomberg News and Thomson Financial. He is a Senior Writer at Toptal.
A New Front in the War for Automotive Talent
Technology is dramatically changing how people use cars. To stay competitive, automakers must embrace new methods of finding, hiring, and managing highly skilled, digital talent.

Toptal Research
We pair cutting-edge data with editorial insights to inform readers about the future of work.
How Roche Diagnostics Improved Employee Retention During the Pandemic
Team members at Roche Diagnostics Indianapolis aren’t just working through a pandemic—they’re fighting it. We spoke with Bridget Boyle, the company’s Head of People and Culture, to learn how they increased employee retention despite 2020’s challenges.

Kerry Hannon
An expert on entrepreneurship, personal finance, and retirement, Hannon has written more than a dozen books, including Great Pajama Jobs.
The Future of Healthcare Is Virtual
As work flexibility rises, so must healthcare flexibility. Matt McCambridge, Co-founder and CEO of Eden Health, reveals the future of telemedicine and what today’s teams need to stay healthy and happy.

Matthew M.F. Miller
Professional writer and editor, author of two published books and hundreds of feature articles. He is a Senior Writer at Toptal.
The Suddenly Remote Playbook: A Comprehensive Guide for Working Remotely
The future of work arrived overnight. Now, companies and their workers are asking: “How do you do distributed work the right way?” For more than a decade, Toptal has thrived to become the world’s largest fully remote company. To share how we do it, we decided to create a comprehensive guide—an invaluable tool for individuals and organizations who’ve been thrust into this new reality.

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The Power of Optionality, Part 3: Adapting to New Market Landscapes
Optionality has long been regarded as the only approach that gains value from market landscape volatility. Here’s how to map out an optionality-driven approach during even the most extraordinary times.

Erik Stettler
Erik is a co-founder of a global venture capital fund that has invested in 50 startups (raising more than $500 million) and has realized six exits. He serves as Toptal’s Chief Economist and holds an MBA from Harvard.
How to Build and Sustain a Remote Culture
With over 4,000 people across more than 100 countries, Toptal has mastered the art of attracting and retaining premier talent in a remote environment. Leaders at the company attribute its success to its corporate culture, which serves as the foundation for everything they do.

Jordan Davidson
Jordan Davidson is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in The Wall Street Journal and Vice.
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