Beyond 8 Figures

Unlock Global Talent to Win Locally with Jon Matzner of Lazy Leverage

Mar 20, 2024
Jon Matzner, an accomplished business leader and former national security expert, discusses the significant advantages of hiring global talent. He challenges the stereotype that only low-skilled labor comes from abroad. Jon shares personal stories from his time in Dubai and emphasizes the transformative potential of diversifying talent pools. He also highlights the importance of nonjudgmental exploration of cultures, the balance between personal and professional growth, and practical strategies for maximizing business efficiency through strategic hiring and effective time management.
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ADVICE

Start Global Talent with Clear Problem

  • Start by identifying the problem you want to solve with global talent in your business.
  • Deconstruct business outputs and assign low-leverage tasks to global team members first.
ADVICE

Rethink Global Talent as Team

  • Challenge beliefs that global talent equals low-skilled VAs; hire skilled full-time team members globally.
  • Think of global hires as integral team members, not outsourcing beyond your company.
INSIGHT

Tech Reduced Global Talent Barriers

  • Transaction costs have collapsed due to technology, making global teams accessible to smaller businesses.
  • This transformation accelerates adoption of global labor beyond Fortune 100 companies.
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