The book “Remote Works: Managing for Freedom, Flexibility, and Focus” by Ali Greene and Tamara Sanderson is a comprehensive guide for for those who understand that the modern workplace can evolve for the better. The authors draw on their years of experience working at remote companies DuckDuckGo and Automattic, as well as interviews with leading experts, to address challenges such as effective communication, tool selection, team norms, conflict management, and establishing a genuine team culture. It is a must-read for anyone looking to thrive in the new era of digitalization. The book promotes the idea that with the right strategies and mindset, remote work can grant unparalleled freedom and flexibility, enabling teams to operate at their most efficient and innovative levels.

Authors

Ali Greene is a full time digital nomad, logistics guru, consultant, and remote work expert. She brings a unique blend of practical experience from around the world. Having served as the Director of People Operations for the globally distributed team at DuckDuckGo, Ali has also launched cohana.io with a mission to reshape the future of work. Her vision encompasses not only the geographical flexibility of the workplace but also the innovative and efficient structures that support it.

Tamara Sanderson, fondly known as Tam, is a vital voice in the remote work community. Her journey from Texas to becoming an international traveler, having visited 70 countries, including a sailing trip to Antarctica, is nothing short of inspiring. Tam’s professional history spans management consulting, tech, and design roles at prominent companies like Google, Automattic, and IDEO.