I want to know, what's preventing you from hiring an Online Filipino Specialist? What can I say or do to encourage you to hire an OFS today? What are you struggling with when it comes to hiring?

I've talked about SSS quite a few times already, and people are really curious about it. It's a good benefit for your Online Filipino Specialists, and people want to know more about it. So today, I'll be talking about what your OFS can get when they sign up and regularly contribute to SSS.

It's that time of the year when I get a lot of questions about the 13th month. When do I pay it? How much does it cost? Is it required?

I get asked this question a lot on whether or not an Online Filipino Specialist is an employee or an independent contractor. They're independent contractors. I'll explain why it is in this episode. I also cover this at onlinejobs.ph/taxes

The SSS benefit is optional, but it's a good benefit to give because it can have a big effect on your OFS (Online Filipino Specialist) life. I'll explain what your OFS can get from it and how we deal with SSS with our team in this episode.

I want to start this episode with a  disclaimer. I am not an accountant or a lawyer. You shouldn't listen to me. Always consult your accountant or attorney. I just want to share how I deal with taxes concerning my OFS team. We've been dealing with taxes on our Filipino team for years. 

When I first started outsourcing in the Philippines, their internet was not good. For years, the Philippines had a bad reputation for having the slowest internet in South East Asia. 

Once you hire the right Online Filipino Specialist (OFS), it can change your life. That's why hiring a worker there is still worth it despite all the natural disasters in the Philippines. 

If you know a Filipino or you're tried hiring an Online Filipino Specialist, chances are you have encountered someone who lives or has lived in Manila. It gives you the impression that Manila is a massive place covering most of the Philippines. 

If you wanna see how big manila really is, check out the map I have here: https://johnjonas.com/why-do-so-many-filipinos-live-in-manila/

It's back-to-school season in the Philippines. After 2 years of online classes, they're back in the classroom, and back-to-school shopping is now more of a challenge. Let's talk about that in this episode.