Articles by Justin G

Did you know the Philippines has over 1.5 million remote workers and generates $38 billion annually through outsourcing?
We compiled 50 facts about the Filipino remote work industry in 2026, from workforce statistics and productivity data to government policies and infrastructure improvements.

2025 was a transformational year for HireTalent.ph. It was the first full year of our platform being live and we did a lot. We shipped over 15 major features, redesigned core parts of the platform, and focused on one goal:

We’re implementing a $5/hour minimum for hourly roles and $600/month minimum for full-time positions, with all job posts required to include salary information.

Rejected on our platform and not sure what to do next? Read this

If you’ve applied to HireTalent.ph and are waiting for approval, you might be wondering why we don’t just approve everyone who signs up. Or if you’re an employer considering where to find your next hire, you might be curious why

Wise is likely the easiest way to pay someone for a trial task – even if you don’t decide to hire them

Top Filipino virtual assistants aren’t ignoring your job post by accident—they’re ignoring it on purpose. If you’re struggling to attract quality candidates, the problem isn’t the talent pool; it’s how you’re presenting the opportunity, what you’re offering, and whether you truly understand what skilled VAs are looking for in 2025.

I’ve hired hundreds of Filipino remote workers over the years, and I’ll be straight with you: the biggest hiring mistakes I’ve seen weren’t about skills. They were about personality. You can train someone to use your CRM. You can’t train

The Philippines isn’t just a “cheaper” talent market anymore—it’s a fiercely competitive ecosystem of well-educated, English-fluent professionals who can choose between hundreds of international employers. Benefits—especially paid time off—are now a deciding factor when top candidates compare offers. If you

A complete, up-to-date guide for founders and hiring managers Why Filipino VAs Are in Such High Demand Filipino VA Rates in 2025 Experience / Role Typical Hourly Rate (USD) Typical Monthly Salary (Full-time) Entry-level admin / data entry $3 –