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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.

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How to Lead Remote Product Teams: Key Traits for Success

As more organizations embrace distributed teams, how can product managers adapt? Kleanthis Georgaris, VP of Product at Toptal, provides strategies for success as a remote product leader.

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Kleanthis Georgaris

Kleanthis Georgaris

As Toptal’s SVP of Product, Kleanthis drives the evolution of Toptal’s platform and associated products to help provide a seamless, on-demand experience for clients and network talent. He specializes in digital talent networks, leveraging a diverse background at both Microsoft and McKinsey, as well many early- and late-stage startups.

How to Work Remotely When It Matters Most

Remote work isn’t a novelty, it’s the natural progression of our tech-driven world. We’re sharing nine timely tips for working remotely. Done right, there’s no better way to design.

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Micah Bowers

Micah Bowers

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The History of Remote Work, 1560-Present (with Infographic) (Updated)

Around the world, more people than ever are engaging in remote work. While the COVID-19 pandemic triggered a massive migration away from the traditional workplace, the evolution of remote work began long before. From the world’s first offices to the social and technological shifts that spawned a remote revolution, this infographic tells the story.

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Toptal Research

Toptal Research

In-depth analysis and industry-leading thought leadership from a panel of Toptal researchers and subject matter experts.

Making Remote Work, Part 2: The Secret to Success Is to Act as a Mentor

Remote teams require a different type of leadership. A study of culturally diverse, fully remote, global teams offers insight into how to manage remote teams.

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Sara Vilas Santiago

Sara Vilas Santiago

Sara is a Toptal design leader who researches remote leadership and has worked with more than 100 multinational corporations.

Making Remote Work, Part 1: Why Do Blended Teams Really Fail?

For managers of remote teams, unique challenges arise and success hinges on how these are addressed. This article examines the specific challenges that remote work creates for teams and their managers.

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Sara Vilas Santiago

Sara Vilas Santiago

Sara is a Toptal design leader who researches remote leadership and has worked with more than 100 multinational corporations.

Fitter, Happier, More Productive: An Artificial Intelligence Case Study

There’s a wealth of practical applications for powerful technology like AI, like creating health and well-being resources for a new generation of college students. Here, we offer an inside glimpse into how the University of Southern California accomplished just that with the help of on-demand talent.

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Toptal Research

Toptal Research

In-depth analysis and industry-leading thought leadership from a panel of Toptal researchers and subject matter experts.

Unlocking the Power of a Multigenerational Workforce, Part 1: Does Age Matter?

From the Greatest Generation to Gen Z, our modern workforce spans decades of time, culture, and experience. This series explores the challenges and potential of this new world of work. This installment looks at why skills matter more than age and how employers are looking beyond birthdates and geography to find talent.

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Toptal Research

Toptal is an exclusive network of the world’s top freelance developers, designers, finance experts, product managers, and project managers.

How to Weather the Cloud Skills Shortage

If your company isn’t focused on digital transformation, you’re falling behind—and putting your organization at a tremendous disadvantage. Here’s what you need to know about the cloud skills shortage and how you can survive (and thrive) despite this labor shortfall.

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