In this episode, JoseLuis Torres, a remote worker from Mexico, talks about his experiences working for a NYC-based startup and the challenges behind that, why it is so important to over-communicate, and to never be afraid to ask questions to clarify expectations.
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Show Notes:
JoseLuis Torres (twitter jl@joseluistorres.me)
01:06 – JoseLouis Torres Introduction
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- Guadalajara, Mexico
- Works for a NYC startup
- Developer for the past 12 years
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02:04 – U.S. Companies hiring from Mexico
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04:16 – Challenges of working for U.S. Companies Remotely
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- Communication
- Over-communication
- Dialect
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08:26 – What Distributed Companies Do Wrong & Fixes
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- Create Common Sense
- Ask if there are Doubts
- Be Honest
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12:19 – Asking Questions
14:43 – Communication Tools
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15:22 – Advice for Others Looking to Get Into Remote Work
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- Be confident with your English
- Understand Culture
- Have an Extra Computer
- Good Headset
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