About Jonathan Romley:

Jonathan Romley is a globally recognized expert in talent management and the future of work. As the founder of Lundi, a firm specializing in innovative strategies for cross-border talent acquisition, he has revolutionized how companies attract, retain, and develop top talent. His methodologies have proven transformative for organizations of all sizes, from startups to Fortune 500 companies, enabling them to build diverse and competitive workforces. Known for blending strategic foresight with actionable solutions, Jonathan is a trusted advisor and thought leader in the global market. He is also a passionate advocate for inclusive and equitable workplaces, frequently sharing his insights at international conferences and in leading industry publications.

In this episode, Dean Newlund and Jonathan Romley discuss:

• Strategies for identifying roles suited for international talent
• Building a cohesive global workplace culture across time zones
• Balancing cost efficiency with localized benefits in global hiring
• Addressing engagement challenges in fully remote teams
• The role of technology in enhancing remote team collaboration

Key Takeaways:

• Competitive benefits aligned with local norms, like multi-sport cards in Poland or meal tickets in Brazil, are essential for retention in international markets.
• International hiring often succeeds when companies research and adapt to market-specific legal frameworks and employment preferences, such as contractor roles versus full-time positions.
• Younger workers are drawn to mission-driven companies that prioritize social impact over pure profit-making, reflecting a shift in workplace values.
• Regularly organized offsites—whether virtual or in-person—are essential for creating connection and combating isolation in distributed teams.

"Generations view work as an identity—what I do, my job, is part of my identity. For Gen Z, work is a place to get money; it’s not their identity, and they’ve entered the workforce with this mindset.” — Jonathan Romley

Connect with Jonathan Romley:  

Website: https://www.hellolundi.com/

Book: Winning The Global Talent War: https://www.amazon.com/Winning-Global-Talent-War-Competitive/dp/B0D6P2XG4K

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanromley/

See Dean’s TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I

Connect with Dean:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkw

Website: https://www.mfileadership.com/

The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/

X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlund

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 1-800-926-7370

Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez

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