E179: Janus Basnov - Building Global Teams: When Outsourcing Is Right For Your Business

Are you interested in outsourcing and building global teams? If the answer is yes, this podcast episode is for you.  Janus Basnov is the Chief Sales Officer at Aristo Sourcing. They help entrepreneurs and businesses grow their business by sourcing high-quality and a cost-effective workforce. Listen to this conversation as they delve into the world of event organisation and hiring.  He discusses the highs and lows of event organisation, the impact of learning from industry experts and the benefits of outsourcing talent globally. Richard and Janus have an honest and frank conversation about the nuances of managing outsourced teams, how to make sure they deliver high-quality work and treating them as part of the team. If you are on the fence about international outsourcing, listen in.  Janus organises one of the biggest SEO conferences in the world, so he definitely knows a thing or two about managing an event at scale. He shares strategies to help you secure sponsorship and attract the right ICPs to your events.  Sit back and relax as we dive straight into the world of eCommerce, events and outsourcing with Janus Basnov on the eCom@One Podcast. Topics Covered 00:24 - Janus discusses outsourcing talent and building a strong work culture in ecommerce 05:53 - Janus describes encountering diverse professionals in unconventional work environments 07:49 - COVID has changed recruitment, with access to a larger talent pool worldwide 10:51 - South Africa new to outsourcing, benefits to working from home, lower salaries, Philippines experienced in remote work 13:23 - Identify low-value tasks for outsourcing, followed by hiring sales development representatives in South Africa 16:04 - Focus on bookkeeping skills; coach sales employees initially 22:09 - Seeking out qualified candidates by thorough assessment and a unique approach 26:05 - Outsources payment and team management 30:04 - Entrepreneurial community conferences in Bangkok and Chiang Mai were impactful 34:30 - Emphasising networking and sharing for success 36:18 - Discussing business challenges and benefits of networking in a diverse group. Resulted in a new business initiative 40:29 - Advice on making small adjustments for big impact 42:00 - Encouraging words about attending events despite nervousness 45:59 - Have a strong team, expect mistakes and be flexible 48:57 - Industry-specific outdoor event sponsorship tips and advice 51:37 - Attending conferences recharges and inspires business owners 54:19 - The Dice Man by Luke Rhinehart is a life-changing book about living by chance