The Sur Blog

Notes From the Operators.

The playbook, the patterns, and the stuff nobody warns you about. Written by people who have actually hired the people they are writing about.

Nearshore vs Offshore: What Changes When You Hire for Your Own Team

Most comparisons are written for companies outsourcing a project. This one is for US and Canadian companies adding a person to their own team.

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Flat Fee vs Percentage Recruiting: What a LatAm Hire Actually Costs

Salary, the provider's fee, and the cost of employing someone are three different numbers. Here is how each pricing model adds them up.

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Account Manager vs Customer Success Manager: Which One Your Revenue Needs

Both own the customer after the sale. Here is the real difference, what each costs in LatAm, and how many accounts each can carry.

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Lifecycle Marketer vs Email Marketing Specialist: Which One You Actually Need

Both roles live in Klaviyo and build automated flows. Here is the real difference, what each costs in LatAm, and the question that settles it.

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What It Actually Costs to Hire a Senior Engineer in LatAm

Real numbers on what a senior engineer costs in LatAm versus the US, the all-in figure founders forget, and why the cheapest quote is usually the most expensive.

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How to Run a Hiring Process for LatAm Remote Roles

A step-by-step playbook from job description to signed offer, built for founders running their first LatAm search.

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The Startup Founder's Guide to Hiring in Latin America

Where to look, what it actually costs, how the process runs, and the friction nobody warns you about. A founder-first playbook for your first LatAm hire.

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Colombia vs Argentina vs Mexico: Where to Hire Your First LatAm Engineer

Three strong markets. Very different talent profiles. Here is how to decide which country fits your role, your team, and the way you actually work.

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The Hidden Costs of DIY LatAm Hiring

Founders hiring in LatAm without a recruiter think they are saving money. Here is what they are actually spending in time, wrong hires, and lost momentum.

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