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Why Your Regional Hiring Plan Will Fail in Indonesia (And Why It's Your Fault)

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Leigh McKiernon
Apr 07, 2025
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So your company just got a new round of funding, or your CEO skimmed a McKinsey & Company report titled “Southeast Asia: The Final Frontier (Until the Next One)”. Suddenly, Indonesia is the move. With its 270 million people, exploding internet adoption, and a GDP curve that resembles a rollercoaster designed by someone on a tight deadline, it’s a no-bra…

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