Spouses Hiring Spouses

As a military spouse-founded/led corporation on a mission to employ military spouses, we’ve always strived for meaningful collaboration that brings value to all. When Liza and Erica started Instant Teams in 2016, many of the company’s first customers were fellow military spouse entrepreneurs.  As we’ve grown Instant Teams over the past 7 years (and launched Read more…

Empowering Women in Tech: Liza Rodewald’s Journey from Engineer to CEO

Is it possible to shake up the BPO space? We think so.

Twelve Million Plus: LaPora’s Story

Building community is the heart of what we’re doing at Twelve Million Plus. Each week, we sit down with a military spouse and share their story. We recently had the privilege to meet up with LaPora Lindsey. We learned A LOT – and we’re still feeling inspired.  LaPora is a nationally recognized speaker on workforce Read more…

Military spouse remote work is now allowable in Italy

Huge news for military spouses!  According to the United States Army Garrison Italy website states, “Dependents in Italy with a missione visa are now authorized to telework to U.S. employers.” We’ll say it again: this is incredible news for military families and remote work opportunities for military spouses stationed in Italy! The SOFA has long Read more…

Instant Teams attends the Executive Order Signing for Military Spouse Employment

It’s a historic day for the ongoing fight to improve Military Spouse Employment. From the White House’s official announcement, “Today, at Fort Liberty, North Carolina, President Biden will announce a comprehensive set of executive actions to increase the economic security of military and veteran spouses, caregivers, and survivors. Joined by First Lady Jill Biden, alongside Read more…

Bipartisan Legislation Updates for Military Spouses

Do You See Being a Military Spouse as an Asset to Your Career?

Okay, we know the frequent moves and assignments in the middle of nowhere aren’t easy on your resume. (That’s why, here at Instant Teams, we don’t look at your career in a linear way.)  We’re here to change your perspective and highlight four (of many!) soft skills military spouses bring to the table. We hope Read more…

Instant Teams Success Story: Meet Rachel S.

We’re thrilled to share another employee success story! Rachel is a military spouse and working mom. She’s been with Instant Teams for more than two years and was recently hired full-time by one of our customers. Rachel’s been a huge asset to Instant Teams, and we wish her luck on her next adventure!  Rachel’s Remote Read more…

How to Own Your Remote Interview

Remote interviews – regardless if the job you’re applying for is 100% virtual or not – have become a more common practice for employers looking to add a new team member. Although the setting is different from an in-person interview, it’s important for candidates to remember that many of the same rules apply. As a Read more…