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Pangea - Work with startups on your own terms

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Find contracts that lead to full-time jobs. Pangea opens doors at startups seeking marketing, engineering, ops, design, and growth talent. Set your rate and connect with founders using a shareable profile. Find work on your terms, commission-free.

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Adam Alpert
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Hey there, Product Hunt community! πŸ‘‹ I’m Adam, co-founder of Pangea, and I’m thrilled to share our relaunch with you. At Pangea, we believe the future of work should be flexible, and we've redesigned our platform to enable work on your own terms. So, what's new? 🌏 We've opened up Pangea to everyone who is looking to grow in their professional careers. πŸ†“ We've dropped all talent-side fees and commissions to 0%, making us a commission-free talent marketplace. βœ… We now verify companies before giving them access to the platform or allowing them to post jobs. 🧭 Talent is now discoverable by our private network of clients, who can reach out to you directly with opportunities. πŸ”Ž You can now browse 1,000+ companies by industry, size, and funding and connect with them via shareable profiles with a single click. We're excited to hear your thoughts and feedback on our relaunch! Join us in becoming the #1 place where people find meaningful work on their own terms! πŸŒπŸš€ (also, thanks @mwseibel for the hunt!)
Paul Rusyn
@mwseibel @adam_alpert3 Congrats on the launch πŸš€ Let’s connect on Twitter.
Livia Burbulea
@mwseibel @adam_alpert3 Wow. Great stuff! Congrats on the launch, ?makers!
John Tambunting
Hey Y'all! My name is John, I'm one of the Co-founders of Pangea.app, and I'm really excited to share what we've been building! We hope Pangea will resonate with people who have tried using traditional freelance platforms in the past but experienced the misalignments in incentives and want a better alternative. The large mark-ups on all paid invoices, the limitations in converting to full-time teammates, and the general sketchiness on both sides of these marketplaces are things we want to address at Pangea. By charging companies an annual membership to join the network instead of commission fees and off-boarding fees, we can promote better platform dynamics for both talent and companies. As a startup, we've experienced the benefits of working with talent on a contract-to-hire basis. It's a great way to learn if the working relationship is a good fit for both sides. Thanks for checking us out!
Andrew Ding
@jtambunt Congratulations to you and the team on the launch!
John Tambunting
@steven_nadel Thank you Steven!! We've been working on this relaunch for awhile :]
πŸ’‘ Bright idea
the product looks great. right vision that the community needs. can an agency connect with startups too?
Andrew Thompson
@ujwal_kumar2 Thanks for the kind words Ujwal! At the moment, our platform is geared towards freelancers working alone, but we'll let you know if we pursue agency accounts.
Tae Sam Lee Zamora
@ujwal_kumar2 Currently I know that some Pangeans create a Talent profile with their agency name and projects! We will bring this up in our product convo.
John Tambunting
@ujwal_kumar2 Thank you for the kind words Ujwal! We'll keep this in mind as we continue to build!
Morgan Lucas
@andrewthhompson In that case, is there a possibility of a community feature, however limited? I'd like something that keeps me going back to the site and not only waiting on alerts.
Grace Lemire
πŸ’Ž Pixel perfection
I started using Pangea in 2020 for small projects here and there throughout the pandemic. After graduation in 2021, I used it to build and scale my full-time freelance business. I've now made over $100k on Pangea alone. Quite literally, my career wouldn't be where it is today without the product. Killer product. (and an even better team)
Adam Alpert
@grace_lemire1 You are the 🐐
Charlie Robinson
@grace_lemire1 Here are some random facts about goats: 1. Goats are incredibly agile and can jump up to 5 feet in the air. 2. Goats have a four-chambered stomach that helps them digest their food thoroughly. 3. Grace is THE goat
Eric Chen
I love the new look and feel of the platform and will always love being a part of this community. Congratulations!
Adam Alpert
@ebchen Thanks Eric! If we had a top intern of 2021 award you would be in contention πŸ˜‚ Love having you in the community!
Tae Sam Lee Zamora
@ebchen Love having you in the community!
Andrew Thompson
@ebchen From an elevator to a rocket πŸš€πŸŒ Thanks Eric!
Charlie Robinson
@ebchen Thanks Eric - I'm glad you like the new look. We miss you over here at Pangea. Hope everything is going well!
John Tambunting
@ebchen Thanks Eric! We've been working hard trying to improve the product and grow the community each day!
Amos John
This is by far one of the best products I've used here especially as a Freelancer in Web3 Digital Marketing.
Amos John
Well, I mean, I've checked it in the App Store. I applied and got seen but I haven't yet had any contracts. Looking forward! CHEERS!
Adam Alpert
@amos_john_domingo Thanks Amos! So happy to have you join the community!
Charlie Robinson
@amos_john_domingo To differentiate yourself from other candidates on Pangea, we recommend highlighting your prior work experience and relevant skills in your profile. Including passion projects can also be a great way to showcase your interests and talents. Thank you for your feedback and support. We wish you good luck in your job search and encourage you to stay vigilant in your efforts. We are confident that you will find the right fit for you. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance. We are here to support you every step of the way.
James Yoo
This looks awesome. Based on the comments, Pangea already looks to be making great impact on freelancers and those looking to grow their careers!
Adam Alpert
@james_yoo1 thanks Jimmy!! <3
Andrew Thompson
@james_yoo1 Appreciate the support James! πŸŒπŸ’™
Charlie Robinson
@james_yoo1 I consider every impact we make as a success. Thank you for believing in our product!
John Tambunting
@james_yoo1 Thank you Jimmy! Will let our designer know you like our new look :]
Jean St. Dick
Love the progress y’all are making. Website and app look and navigate wonderfully. Keep up the momentum!
Adam Alpert
@jean_st_dick1 Thanks for the support Jean! It means so much to us that you've taken the time to check out what we've built :)
Andrew Thompson
@jean_st_dick1 Thank you Jean! We've put in the work to make Pangea as smooth as butter. And it keeps getting better!
Charlie Robinson
@jean_st_dick1 That's what we like to hear! Very grateful for your kind words.
John Tambunting
@jean_st_dick1 Thank you for the kind words Jean!
Aqil Rashid
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P is for the Place where Productive minds can come to grow. A is for the Arsenal of skills these minds can develop N is for the No-brainer that it is for people to dive into this community G is for the Gigantic Growth on this platform over the last few years, where users on both sides are truly valued E is for how Ecstatic I am about my next hire from Pangea A is for the Awesome work put in by this team to build this highly delightful product. Go team Pangea!!
Andrew Thompson
@aqil_rashid Always there to lend a helping hand, Quick to offer guidance and the sort, Inspiring us to reach new heights, Loyal friend, we appreciate your support.
Tae Sam Lee Zamora
@aqil_rashid this made our day! 🀣
John Tambunting
@aqil_rashid Hahaha this is awesome Aqil! This is really what we stand for!
Vishal Jayraj
Congratulations on the launch @adam_alpert3 Wish I had this when I was on a wild goose chase searching for jobs haha. Truly nice vision.
Adam Alpert
@vishal_jayraj oh what a goose chase it is my friend... That's why we're particularly excited about the feature that gives talent direct access to companies (instead of job posts) - so talent can put themselves in a different lane entirely in front of companies they are genuinely excited about
Charlie Robinson
@adam_alpert3 @vishal_jayraj Me too! The wild goose chase is real
Xander Monge
Pangea is an amazing platform that empowers talented individuals to find fulfilling & rewarding work opportunities. The ability to connect talented individuals with founders through a shareable profile is fantastic and allows for great flexibility and ease of use. It's impressive to see a company that prioritizes the needs and interests of its users by providing commission-free work options that ultimately lead to full-time employment. Congrats to Pangea for providing a valuable service that benefits both job seekers and businesses alike!
Adam Alpert
@xander_monge Thanks means a ton Xander!! And beautifully written my god
Andrew Thompson
@xander_monge What a great summation of everything we've been working towards. Thank you Xander!!
Charlie Robinson
@xander_monge Thank you, Xander! It's the support of users like you that continues to motivate us
John Tambunting
@xander_monge Thank you for sharing your experiences on Pangea, much appreciated!
Abby Lang
So impressed with the update and with the team as a whole! I will always be grateful to Pangea for helping me find multiple work opportunities and welcoming me into their community, keep up the great work!
Adam Alpert
@abby_lang Thanks Abby! Your support means so much to the team!
Andrew Thompson
@abby_lang That's what we love to hear Abby!
Charlie Robinson
@abby_lang Thank you so much for the kind words We're very lucky to have so many wonderful community members like you.
John Tambunting
@abby_lang Thank you for sharing your experiences with Pangea!
Rana Phool
Congrats on the launch of Pangea! This looks like an amazing tool for connecting talented professionals with startup opportunities. Can't wait to see how it helps the growth of aspiring entrepreneurs.
Adam Alpert
@rana_phool Watching the companies (and talent) who have used Pangea this past year grow is an unbeatable feeling :)
Charlie Robinson
@rana_phool Thank you, Rana. We really appreciate your support
Tae Sam Lee Zamora
@rana_phool Can't wait to hear your feedback when you try it out! Feel free to shoot me an email at tae@pangea.app!
Jordan Isip
Congrats on the re-launch! Great thinking. After spending many tens of thousands of dollars on contracts with TopTal, I'd love to explore alternate options that aren't percentage based commissions (and where the talent gets most of the money).
Adam Alpert
@fixie Thanks Jordan! We heard the same thing time and time again - paying $75 an hour but getting someone who was only making $35... It's the problem with the entire staffing industry model. And on top of that they make it super hard (and expensive) if you try to hire someone you like as a full-time W2 (Toptal is around $30,000 to offboard someone). It came up as a complaint on nearly every call we had, except for the one guy who really liked lighting money on fire for some reason.
Alessandra Bisbal
I downloaded Pangea a year ago and it has changed my life ever since! It has given me tons of opportunities to develop my professional career. Beautifully designed and very easy to use! I love the new commission-free aspect which distinguishes it from other freelance platforms that charge a fat 20% fee. I would recommend it to everyone!! Congratulations on this new launch!
Tae Sam Lee Zamora
@alessandra_bisbal thank you so much for your feedback! Glad you are finding value from our platform!!πŸš€
Adam Alpert
@alessandra_bisbal thank you Ale! This makes us so happy to hear! And we love the model change too :)
Andrew Thompson
@alessandra_bisbal 40k lives changed, and every one is just as special. Thanks for being a Pangean!
John Tambunting
@alessandra_bisbal Thank you Ale! Glad you really like the new designs!
Kai Bumpus (Roostercycle)
Congrats on the Launch @adam_alpert3. Pangea is an excellent platform for freelancers like me to help round out our schedules and make connections and build long-term relationships with clients. And I love the new commission-free marketplace and Pangea's steps to keep the scammers and spammers off the platform. Keep up the excellent work and I can't wait to explore the new look and feel!
Adam Alpert
@roostercycle Well said Kai!! We've really been focused on listening to talent and not being afraid of making some bold changes. Without the feedback from folks like you, Pangea wouldn't be what it is today!
Charlie Robinson
@roostercycle Feedback like this is what keeps me motivated. Thank you so much!
William Bornschein
Way to go on the relaunch! Also, just curious: what industries do you all plan will be the most popular to connect with on here? I know there have been multiple success stories of college students and post-grad individuals finding great work, and am wondering what the most influential industries will be!
Adam Alpert
@william_bornschein Hey Will! We've been seeing ventures ranging from hot DTC CPG brands to vc-backed tech startups to climate-tech; as well as some hospitality/real-estate firms, trendy retail, and non-profits using Pangea. You can browse every company on Pangea by industry, size, and funding :)
William Bornschein
@adam_alpert3 Fantastic! I am excited to see where things go, and how everything grows on this platform! Thank you Adam!
April Mihalovich
Pangea has been instrumental in developing my freelance client base, gaining confidence and building my skills, and connecting with other like-minded students and alumni. Happy to be a part of the community!
Charlie Robinson
@aprilm1103 Thanks for sharing, April. It's always nice to hear that we could help someone on their professional journey.
Tae Sam Lee Zamora
@aprilm1103 Happy to hear you found success on our platform and thank you for your support!
John Tambunting
@aprilm1103 Thank you for sharing your experience on Pangea April! Hope we can continue helping you develop your client base!
Morgan Lucas
I like it so far; My one nitpick is, for the default images for projects, maybe have more than one variation on the default image. An agent/recruiter is so busy, they may think that it's the same project posted twice and not look further.
Andrew Thompson
@runtcpip Thanks for the feedback Morgan! I'll let our product team know
Tae Sam Lee Zamora
@runtcpip this is a great idea! will make sure to add it to our list of priorities.
John Tambunting
@runtcpip You make a good point Morgan! We'll definitely consider this, and hopefully make an update for it soon!
Enrique H
Excellent Website. I was able to find a flexible gig in no time. The website design is well crafted, and provides a seamless user experience. Looking forward for many more years using Pangea to find gigs and more.
Adam Alpert
@enrique_heredia Epic Enrique!!
Tae Sam Lee Zamora
@enrique_heredia Thank you for the feedback! Love to hear that you are liking the UX.
Charlie Robinson
@enrique_heredia I'm really glad to hear you found success on the platform. Music to my ears.