Join us for a bold and eye-opening episode of The Future of Work® Podcast on Tuesday, March 25, as we welcome back Liam Martin, founder of Time Doctor and Staff.com, and co-organizer of the world’s largest remote work conference, Running Remote. In this conversation, we unpack the evolution of remote work, from its explosive growth during the pandemic to its complex entanglement with politics, real estate, and global hiring in 2025. Liam shares unfiltered insights about what’s really happening behind the scenes — why some companies are resisting remote work, how AI is reshaping the workforce, and what startups today are doing differently to build lean, agile, and truly global organizations. 

This episode goes beyond trends and dives into hard data, industry secrets, and future-forward strategies. Whether you’re a leader, remote worker, founder, or just trying to navigate this rapidly changing landscape, this episode is a must-listen. Liam brings over a decade of experience leading remote-first companies and speaks candidly about the economic realities, power shifts, and opportunities that define the new workplace. If you want to stay relevant in the era of AI, global teams, and asset-light businesses—don’t miss it. 

 What You’ll Learn

• How remote work has evolved since 2020—and where it’s heading next 
• Why hiring globally is the secret weapon of modern startups 
• How AI is not replacing your job—but someone using AI might 
• The real reason companies are forcing return-to-office (and what it means for real estate) 
•  New management mindsets and systems needed to lead distributed teams 

About the Guest

Liam Martin is a seasoned entrepreneur and remote work pioneer, best known for founding Time Doctor and Staff.com, two of the most widely used productivity and time-tracking platforms for distributed teams. He’s also the force behind Running Remote, the world’s largest remote work conference, and the author of the WSJ bestseller Running Remote: Master the Lessons from the World’s Most Successful Remote Work Pioneers. With over a decade of experience building remote-first companies, Liam offers unparalleled insight into managing global talent, scaling operations, and embracing AI to stay competitive in the new world of work.