The chapter delves into Basecamp's unique work culture analogy, equating the office environment to that of a library where quiet, focused work is prioritized. The discussion touches on the concept of JOMO (joy of missing out) over FOMO (fear of missing out) and how employees at Basecamp are encouraged to share daily progress rather than constantly being plugged into multiple conversations. Emphasizing the value of focusing on essential information and taking a more relaxed approach to staying informed is key in creating a productive work environment.
Jason Fried is one of the business world’s most innovative thinkers and leaders.
He’s the co-founder and CEO of the product management tool, Basecamp, and the creator of the popular blog, Signal v. Noise. He is also the NYT bestselling author of Remote: Office Not Required, It Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at Work and Rework.
On this classic episode, Jason joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to talk about Basecamp’s innovative culture, remote work, replacing FOMO with JOMO and more.
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