Are there any counter examples of remote-first new companies that built something exceptional while always being remote?
Sam Altman says era of remote work is over
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#32Nah, I'm good. I have been much more productive at home than I've ever been in the office. Happier too; I'm saving 2 hours of travel time per day, that I now get to spend on my hobbies. Not going back.
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#33I can't help but feel that Sam Altman's statement dismissing remote work as the "worst mistake of the tech industry" is not only greedy but also shortsighted.
Personally, remote work has given me the flexibility to balance my work and personal life, while also allowing me to collaborate with talented individuals from around the globe. It has broken down barriers and enabled us to build a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
By brushing off remote work, we are ignoring the countless benefits it has brought to both employees and employers. I've seen my own commute times reduced, experienced better work-life balance, and enjoyed improved mental health, all thanks to remote work. Additionally, businesses can save on operational costs due to decreased office space requirements.
The environmental impact of remote work should not be understated either. As someone who used to commute daily, I've come to appreciate how reduced commutes can lead to a significant decrease in greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable planet.
Living in a world where technology enables us to collaborate and communicate seamlessly from anywhere, why should we restrict ourselves to the confines of a physical office? Remote work has the power to create better solutions, foster innovation, and improve the overall quality of life for everyone involved.
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#34sounds good. put me back into the office with far less meetings then jumping from zoom meeting to another...
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#35Remote work threatens the foundation of the commercial real estate market. Expect a huge push to get people back into the office - especially if there is softness in the job market.
well, as a counter point, it could be a huge win for real estate if given they could convert the office space into apartments for people which is much needed. I know these buildings aren't setup in regards to plumbing and what not, but we can adapt.
there was a neat nyt article that explained why this is not trivial for modern office buildings but is easier for older buildings: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2023/03/11/upshot/office... (gift link)
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#36> He further added that OpenAI’s some of the best talents are working remotely. He said, "some of our best people are remote, and we will continue to support it always, so please don't let hating SF stop you from applying to OpenAI! I don't like the open air fentanyl markets either.” The above line seems to contradict the part about '..worst mistake of the tech industry'
Yeah that was particularly gross and unbecoming
I think being open and honest about the problems the electorate and elected leaders have caused is the first step in the direction of fixing them.
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#3799% chance he has a vested interest in commercial real estate. Take what he says on this matter with a gigantic DOUBT pill.
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#39> He further added that OpenAI’s some of the best talents are working remotely. He said, "some of our best people are remote, and we will continue to support it always, so please don't let hating SF stop you from applying to OpenAI! I don't like the open air fentanyl markets either.” The above line seems to contradict the part about '..worst mistake of the tech industry'
Is this an outdated view the article interposed? Is he only talking about startups given his YC background? Article isn't that clear.
Is open ai not a startup?
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#40https://nypost.com/2022/09/07/blackrocks-larry-fink-vows-har...
https://gizmodo.com/amazon-return-to-office-remote-work-big-...
https://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/new-york-elections...
Just like masking and locking down 4 year olds, Everyone is singing the same tune again. Who is their puppeteer.