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Wade Foster

08/19/17

@ Y Combinator

Starting as a remote company helped us develop cultural habits that make remote work successful, such as effective communication and documentation.

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The CEO Who Pays Employees to De-Locate From the Bay

@ Y Combinator

The CEO Who Pays Employees to De-Locate From the Bay

08/19/17

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Sarah Nahm

07/10/19

@ Y Combinator

When hiring remotely, it's important to build a culture that supports remote work effectively, considering how information flows and how meetings are structured.

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Vivek Ravisankar

03/30/18

@ Y Combinator

Effective communication is essential for remote teams to stay in sync, as demonstrated by companies like GitLab.

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Paul Copplestone

05/14/25

@ Accel

Our written culture is crucial at Supabase, as it helps us filter out those who don't thrive in a remote work environment where most communication is asynchronous.

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Anatoly Yakovenko

06/13/25

@ a16z crypto

Having a co-founder is crucial; it provides relational support and helps structure thoughts during challenging moments, especially in a remote work environment.

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Kevin Hale

03/25/17

@ Y Combinator

Hiring for remote work involves assessing candidates through practical projects rather than just interviews to gauge their self-management skills.

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Wade Foster

08/19/17

@ Y Combinator

Encouraging informal interactions among employees, such as through random pairings for conversations, helps build camaraderie in a remote work environment.

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Geoff Ralston

12/15/20

@ Y Combinator

The shift to remote operations has proven effective for Y Combinator, making it easier to interview and fund companies globally, which may continue post-pandemic.

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Vivek Ravisankar

03/30/18

@ Y Combinator

Companies are starting to recognize the importance of both IQ and EQ in hiring remote developers, focusing on skills and personality.

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Keith Rabois

04/20/17

@ Y Combinator

Establishing a strong company culture from the beginning is vital; it guides decision-making and helps employees align with the company's values and goals.