Episode 7 - Vince Dickson, Founder and Director of ZigZag Global

This podcast episode features an interview with Vince Dickson, the founder and director of ZigZag Global, a company that provides offshore staffing solutions in the Philippines.

Vince discusses the origins of ZigZag Global, starting as the back-end of his advertising agency in Australia and eventually expanding to establish a presence in Manila.

He highlights the company's state-of-the-art office facilities in Manila, designed to provide a comfortable and conducive work environment for their staff.

Vince emphasises the strong talent pool and proficiency in English among Filipinos, making the Philippines an ideal destination for outsourcing and offshoring services.

He also shares insights into the cultural similarities between Australia and the Philippines, which contribute to successful business relationships. Throughout the interview, Vince provides advice for businesses considering hiring offshore staff, emphasising the importance of starting small, providing proper training and growth opportunities, and establishing a strong partnership with the offshore team.

He also discusses the complementary relationship between ZigZag Global and Outposter, a company founded by Ben Pullen, who is also a shareholder in ZigZag Global.