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Running a Remote Big Tech — with Farhan Thawar (Shopify)

Refactoring Podcast

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Navigating the Remote Work Landscape

The chapter explores Shopify's transition to a remote-first model during the pandemic, detailing 'ports' and 'bursts' for team interactions, and the balance between asynchronous and synchronous work dynamics. Emphasizing the need for hiring talent regardless of location, it discusses the value of physical meetups, the shift towards asynchronous video culture, and the impact of COVID on work practices.

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