Work Right with Rich
Work isn’t just about clocking in and getting paid. It’s about finding purpose, managing challenges, and making space to play.
Welcome to Work Right with Rich, a podcast that goes beyond business to explore the real stories, struggles, and successes shaping modern work and life. Hosted by Richard Farmer, Managing Director of CXC Asia, this unscripted series dives into candid conversations with industry leaders, contractors, remote workers, and wellness experts, bringing together fresh perspectives on everything from global talent trends to mental health, work-life balance, and personal growth.
Expect unfiltered discussions, real-life stories, and actionable insights, all in a relaxed, no-BS format that feels more like a chat with a friend than a corporate briefing.
Work Right with Rich
Ep. 3 | Inside the Rise of Contingent Talent with Vinos Samuel
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For years, contingent workers were seen as stopgaps: temps filling empty seats until the “real hire” arrived. But that story doesn’t fit anymore. Today, freelancers, independents, and fractional leaders are stepping in to solve problems, drive innovation, and bring skills that full-time roles can’t always cover.
In this episode, Rich and Vinos unpack how companies can move past old labels and start treating contingent talent as a real advantage. From the myths that still trip leaders up to the unexpected wins that prove the model works, they dig into what it takes to build a workforce that’s flexible, future-ready, and far more powerful than silos allow.