When the world went remote, we made a mistake: we tried to recreate the office on the internet. We replaced meetings with video calls and 'drive-bys' with Slack pings. The result was a world where we were always 'on' but never 'focused.'
The Power of Asynchrony
True remote work isn't about working from home; it's about working *asynchronously*. It's about writing long-form memos instead of having 30-minute meetings. It's about trusting employees to manage their own time and output.
Writing as a Core Competency
In an asynchronous world, writing becomes the most important skill. If you can't express your ideas clearly in a document, you can't lead a team or contribute effectively. This shift rewards clarity, depth, and precision over charisma and 'showing up.'