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Something that’s been on my mind: remote working might be great for experienced professionals, but is it hurting entry-level workers? In a traditional office, junior employees naturally pick up skills just by being around more senior people. With everyone remote, that kind of informal learning...

We often talk about remote work in terms of productivity and cost-saving, but I think mental health is a huge part of the picture that doesn't get discussed enough. From my own experience, the lack of structure can be both freeing and a bit destabilising. What do you think? Has remote work...

I’m part of a team that’s spread across three time zones. We use all the usual tools Slack, Notion, Google Meet but I still find it hard to replicate the kind of natural brainstorming you get in a room together. There’s plenty of talk about how remote work increases productivity, but not enough...

One thing I’ve noticed over the past few years is how differently people respond to remote working. Some love it and thrive; others feel completely disconnected. Do you think certain personality traits make someone more suited to remote work? Maybe introverts find it easier? Or maybe it’s more...

Since 2020, we’ve all seen remote working become more than just a backup plan, it’s now a normal way of working for many. But nearly five years in, I’m wondering if the reality has matched the early enthusiasm. Personally, I’ve found the flexibility great, but sometimes collaboration suffers...

The shift to remote working has been huge, but not everyone thrives in it. I read this article that defines remote working and its growing importance. In your experience, what soft or technical skills do remote workers need most? Communication? Time management? Tech-savviness? Keen to gather...

I’m building a small team and considering a remote-first approach. I read this useful article that gives a solid overview of remote working. For those of you who’ve been there especially UK-based startups how sustainable is remote working in the long run? What tools or practices have helped...

After reading this article on the rise of remote working, I started thinking about what works best for different teams. Some people love working remotely 100% of the time, others prefer a hybrid balance. What’s your current setup and why do you think it works (or doesn’t)? Would love to hear...

While remote work offers flexibility, it also comes with challenges like communication gaps and isolation. What are some of the biggest pros and cons you've experienced personally or observed in your team? Let’s build a helpful list for people considering remote roles or switching to a...

I’ve noticed a massive shift in how companies operate since remote working became more mainstream. Some say it boosts productivity, others feel it hinders team cohesion. What’s your experience been like? Did you fully go remote, adopt hybrid, or return to the office? Keen to hear different...

We’re at a stage where better decision-making is becoming a priority, especially when it comes to product and process improvements. I’ve been looking into options for bringing on a business analyst, but UK-based hires are proving quite costly. I recently came across some setups where companies...

Data engineering is turning into a real bottleneck for us. Hiring locally is proving expensive and slow, so I’ve been looking into how others are solving this. Came across a few businesses hiring remote data engineers who work on UK hours but are based overseas. Interested to know if anyone’s...

We’re sitting on a pile of data but don’t have the in-house bandwidth to make sense of it. Some founders I know have been hiring emote data analysts instead of UK-based ones to keep costs down. Is this something worth exploring? Wondering if the time zone or communication ever becomes a blocker.

Video is a big part of our content strategy now, and we’re thinking of expanding our editing capacity. Instead of agencies or freelancers, some folks recommended going for a remote video editor. Would love to hear from anyone who’s taken this route – especially how you manage feedback loops and...

I’m looking into ways to keep illustration work consistent across branding and content without constantly hopping between freelancers. One model I came across involves hiring remote illustrators full-time. Has anyone tried that setup? I’d love to hear how communication, timelines, and quality...