Listen "Is Remote Culture, Actually Culture?"
Episode Synopsis
Have you ever wondered if remote work is better than being in the office? Ryan and Will dive into their experiences and how their work culture has evolved over 20 years. They discuss the pros and cons of remote work, the importance of autonomy, and how remote setups have stripped away some of the overhead, revealing who truly thrives in this environment. They also explore whether it's possible to create a strong company culture remotely and how the shift has amplified the best and worst in employees. Tune in as they break down their journey from being die-hard office goers to embracing the flexibility and autonomy of remote work.Resources:Startup Therapy Podcasthttps://www.startups.com/community/startup-therapyWebsitehttps://www.startups.com/beginLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/startups-co/Join our Network of Top FoundersWil Schroterhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/wilschroter/Ryan Rutanhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-rutan/What to listen for:00:36 The Shift from Office to Remote Work01:01 Challenges of Remote Work01:57 Socialization and Remote Work04:42 Remote Work Rituals and Failures07:26 Digital Culture and Transactional Work12:06 Evolving Company Culture19:14 The Evolution of Workplace Culture19:34 Starting Fresh: Can We Be Transactional?20:20 The New Culture: Autonomy and Responsibility21:37 Balancing Work and Personal Life23:49 The Value and Challenges of Remote Culture25:34 Autonomy: The Ultimate Compensation26:10 Remote Work: Amplifying Strengths and Weaknesses32:13 The Social Aspect of Work37:22 The Future of Work: Remote vs. In-Office
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