#67: Short guide on managing remote workers in tech

The way of working in tech has changed, and managers need to adapt

Hey friends,

Welcome to the 67th edition of the “Level Up Ladder” newsletter.

While we spent the last weekend in Bucharest, we came to the seaside this week to work from here. The temperatures are much better, and hanging out with friends on the beach after work is nice.

Unfortunately, we'll head back soon, and I can't wait for our actual vacation at the end of next month.

Optimizing Remote Work: Strategies for Tech Teams

If you're working in tech, you probably work from home quite a lot.

15 years ago, remote work was frowned upon, with most managers viewing it as "taking time off". In my case, I had a nice boss, who was very supportive and had a lot of qualities, but he was very opposed to the idea.

It must have been around 2018 when we were allowed to have one day off per week. Yet, most people would not take it, afraid that it would not be perceived positively.

But then, 2020 came, and we k…