Individual Questions for Panellists from the moderator (6 mins) x 3 Panellists = 18 mins
- Please introduce yourself and What is it that you currently do? (2 mins)
- How did you get started in Tech? (4 mins)
General Questions for Panellists from the moderator
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Both of your companies mainly operate in the US. What has your experience been like working remotely and how has this changed since the onset of Covid-19?
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Assuming that you have a remote work setup, how have you managed teams remotely?
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Are there any tools, frameworks or skills that you think professionals should have knowledge of or be proficient in if they are considering remote work?
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Considering that more companies are shifting to remote work, what opportunities do you see for nearshoring now and do you think that opportunities are on a steady increase?
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What are the major factors that companies should consider if they are looking to hire using a nearshoring approach?
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What are some of the benefits and pitfalls of the nearshoring approach, especially in the remote work arena and do you have any advice on how to overcome them?
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What opportunities do you think are being overlooked for nearshoring to play a larger part in Caribbean development.
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Are there any technical skills that you recommend for professionals to have?
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What is the interview process like for remote professionals?
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How can professionals position themselves to become a candidate for a position through nearshoring?
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What have been your takeaways from 2020? How do you think remote work can be improved going forward, particularly for digital professionals?
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Do you have any advice to give to new or experienced professionals regarding remote work or getting hired by a nearshoring company?
Closing Slides (10 mins)
- What’s next for Careers in Tech?
- Upcoming JaD events