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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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Startup Hiring Advice from Lever CEO Sarah Nahm with Holly Liu

@ Y Combinator

Startup Hiring Advice from Lever CEO Sarah Nahm with Holly Liu

07/10/19

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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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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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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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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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Austen Allred

04/03/19

@ Y Combinator

Remote work has trade-offs, and while it offers flexibility, it can also complicate team cohesion and collaboration.

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Kevin Hale

03/25/17

@ Y Combinator

Implement a structured approach to remote work, such as a four and a half day work week, to respect employees' time and maintain productivity.

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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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Luis von Ahn

05/10/25

@ Stanford Graduate School of Business

It's crucial to bring in the right people as you build a company, ensuring they are skilled in their roles and fit well within the culture.

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Cindy Mi

01/17/19

@ Y Combinator

The key to a successful global culture is effective communication across different time zones, ensuring that all teams feel included and valued in the organization.