Remote office is not required for the full version. Jason Fried: Remote: no office required. Talents are not tied to major cities

About how to work together, remotely, in any room, in any region, anytime, anywhere.

What can be better than to stand in 7am and head to work? What could be nicer than killing a couple of hours at the road, standing in endless traffic jams, or metro in rush hour, jostling with not the same sleepy poor fellows? Or, for example, in the summer... Seeing a hot sunny day through the windows of your office and catch a cold from air conditioner Perfect!

If these pictures evoke a feeling of horror, and it seems to you that only a psychopathic pervert could write this, - in front of you is the right book.

The founders of 37signals (and the authors of the bestselling book "Rework") managed to create a company in where people from different points of the planet. In order to get into command, it is enough to have a computer and Internet access. Well be talented, of course.

IN his new book Jason and David shows how companies and hired employees can work effectively remotely.

And this means and t:

• You can work at home, in the country, in a cafe, in a park, or even in a water park! Sitting, standing, lying down.
• If you don’t want to get up for work, then you don’t need to come up with excuses for your boss.
• You need to constantly improve in your field to be the best... on the planet, and not just in your city. If the company is not limited by geography, this means that resumes from all over the world will be considered.

Not be afraid to change habits and look at "correct" mode of operation. The earth was flat until the day when it turned out to be round. Owner Do you business, or a person looking for Better conditions labor,- Not obsess over geography. See by to the parties. The world will never was so open. Not miss great opportunities just because they are nearby outside your city.

A world without an office is not the future, it is the present. And you have the opportunity to live just like that.

Who is this book for?

For business owners who want to assemble a real Dream Team in their company and for qualified specialists striving for the most complete self-realization.

Jason Fried

David Heinemeier Hansson

office is not required

Jamie and Colt Heinemeier Hansson:

remote work allows the whole family to spend more time together more places on the planet.

Thank you for the love and inspiration.

David Heinemeier Hansson

For those who are on the road now.

By 2013, when we began writing this book, the popularity of remote—or telecommuting, as it is sometimes called—work had been slowly but surely growing for many years. From 2005 to 2011, the number of remote workers in the United States grew by 73 percent, to 3 million people.

However, in February 2013, this goodness was suddenly disrupted by a loud announcement from Yahoo! about winding down the remote work program. We were just finishing the book. The topic immediately emerged from the academic shadows and became the subject of intense international attention. Hundreds, if not thousands, of articles appeared, the authors of which defended opposing points of view.

Of course, we would be grateful to the CEO of Yahoo! Marissa Mayer, wait six months until the book comes out. Nevertheless, its solution provides a unique opportunity to test all our arguments. As it turned out, during a brainstorming session at Yahoo! all the excuses that we listed in the chapter “How to deal with excuses” were heard.

From our point of view, Yahoo! made the wrong choice. But we are grateful to the company for the attention it has brought to the topic of remote work. In the new book, we wanted to analyze this phenomenon in a much more balanced way. No general phrases, no dust in the eyes - you will find in it only a balanced analysis of all the pros and cons of remote work and a real guide to this brave new world. Enjoy reading!

Introduction

The future has already arrived, it’s just not evenly distributed.

William Gibson

Millions of workers and thousands of companies are already enjoying the benefits of remote work. The volume of tasks performed remotely is growing steadily year after year, and this is true for businesses of all sizes and in almost all industries. Although they are not switching to remote work as en masse as they once switched to fax communications. And it's not as simple as it might seem.

Thanks to technological advancements, it has never been easier to stay connected and collaborate on projects with anyone, anytime. At the same time, one fundamental problem associated with man remains: his brain needs an upgrade.

The purpose of our book is to provide such an upgrade. We'll show you the many benefits of working remotely, including access to top talent, eliminating the hassle of commuting, and increased productivity compared to a traditional office. And let’s look at all the usual excuses from opponents of this idea. In particular, the following: “the engine of innovation is personal communication,” “employees cannot be trusted to work from home, their effectiveness will inevitably decrease,” and “corporate culture will be at risk.”

Among other things, the book will make you an expert in remote work. You'll find an overview of the tools and techniques to help you get the most out of it, as well as the pitfalls and limitations that could set you up for failure (there's a downside to everything).

We will talk about practical things - we will not limit ourselves to theory, since we gained our knowledge from the real practice of remote work. It is with her help that over the past ten years we have grown a successful Internet company, 37signals, from scratch. When we started, one of us lived in Copenhagen, the other in Chicago. Since then, the team has grown to thirty-six people scattered throughout to the globe and serving millions of users from almost all countries of the world.

Your next normal day begins. Routine has already tightly wrapped its tentacles around your shoulders. You leave your apartment. Everything is already bad. You got up early, because it’s so far to your place of work... You get on a hot, stuffy and smelly bus. Droplets of sweat roll down, taking with them the molecules of your good mood. You suffer from your work, from the road to it, from the inappropriate use of your time. And so from day to day, from month to month, from second to second. Everything is fine. There is a salary, there is a cat in the house, there is such distant confidence in the future.

Arranges? Then you wasted your time reading the last 93 words. You may forget why you read them. And, of course, forgive me for wasting your time.

Not satisfied? Then you have come to the right place. You arrived on the same bus, but the end justifies the means, right? You must read one book. It's called "Remote. An office is not required." It was written by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, two British entrepreneurs, authors of one of the most popular blogs in the world, Signal vs. Noise, creators of software for optimizing workflow in large companies. These are two individuals who have significantly improved our world.

What is this book about? In the abstract:

• You can work anywhere and anytime. You should not be tied to a specific office, a specific timing, specific algorithms and standards. Do you want to work? Work in the park, at home, on a smelly bus. Work wherever you want. Do you want to work? Work now, work two days later, work two nights away. Work whenever you want.
• Stop making excuses and making excuses. You don't have to show your creative talents to avoid coming to work today. Tell your boss directly, “I’ll do it better. I'll do it out of the office."
• See before you the best and most tempting resume on this planet. The company is located on the other side of the globe. It's not a problem. Why is it impossible to work in Asia for an Australian company. Maybe! If you don't think so, read the second paragraph again.

The author's blowing in every possible way focuses the reader's attention on one principle as simple as the formula for water. The work is not tied to a specific place on earth, nor to a specific time of day. The world is open for work. And work opens up for you. Remember the name of the book. "Remote. An office is not required” – everything is extremely elementary. The office is that same place and time. This is the very evil. That force that picks you up every working day, puts you on the bus, and then carries you from it to the office. You are a strong person who can defeat this evil force. You will forget about any boundaries in your work, you will make it as efficient as possible, you will turn it into a highly paid hobby. Everything is very simple. It’s as simple as forgetting about the office forever. The earth was flat until someone discovered it was round. Your life will be the same as it is now until you learn that it can be different.

Who is this book for?
This question can be answered instantly. It is for all those who are not satisfied with the realities of work, those who do not agree with the time-coordinate reference to the workplace. It is for those who just want to forget about the office.

Book chips
Illustrations. They are pleasing to the eye, they are informative, and there are many of them. Water. There is little of it, it seems that it is completely absent. Only advice, only the most valuable, only here. "Remote. An office is not required” – this wonderful book for those who are not satisfied with the second word in the title, for those who are ready to get up and do it.

Jason Fried

David Heinemeier Hansson

office is not required

Jamie and Colt Heinemeier Hansson:

Remote work allows the whole family to spend more time together in more places on the planet.

Thank you for the love and inspiration.

David Heinemeier Hansson

For those who are on the road now.

By 2013, when we began writing this book, the popularity of remote—or telecommuting, as it is sometimes called—work had been slowly but surely growing for many years. From 2005 to 2011, the number of remote workers in the United States grew by 73 percent, to 3 million people.

However, in February 2013, this goodness was suddenly disrupted by a loud announcement from Yahoo! about winding down the remote work program. We were just finishing the book. The topic immediately emerged from the academic shadows and became the subject of intense international attention. Hundreds, if not thousands, of articles appeared, the authors of which defended opposing points of view.

Of course, we would be grateful to the CEO of Yahoo! Marissa Mayer, wait six months until the book comes out. Nevertheless, its solution provides a unique opportunity to test all our arguments. As it turned out, during a brainstorming session at Yahoo! all the excuses that we listed in the chapter “How to deal with excuses” were heard.

From our point of view, Yahoo! made the wrong choice. But we are grateful to the company for the attention it has brought to the topic of remote work. In the new book, we wanted to analyze this phenomenon in a much more balanced way. No general phrases, no dust in the eyes - you will find in it only a balanced analysis of all the pros and cons of remote work and a real guide to this brave new world. Enjoy reading!

Introduction

The future has already arrived, it’s just not evenly distributed.

William Gibson

Millions of workers and thousands of companies are already enjoying the benefits of remote work. The volume of tasks performed remotely is growing steadily year after year, and this is true for businesses of all sizes and in almost all industries. Although they are not switching to remote work as en masse as they once switched to fax communications. And it's not as simple as it might seem.

Thanks to technological advancements, it has never been easier to stay connected and collaborate on projects with anyone, anytime. At the same time, one fundamental problem associated with man remains: his brain needs an upgrade.

The purpose of our book is to provide such an upgrade. We'll show you the many benefits of working remotely, including access to top talent, eliminating the hassle of commuting, and increased productivity compared to a traditional office. And let’s look at all the usual excuses from opponents of this idea. In particular, the following: “the engine of innovation is personal communication,” “employees cannot be trusted to work from home, their effectiveness will inevitably decrease,” and “corporate culture will be at risk.”

Among other things, the book will make you an expert in remote work. You'll find an overview of the tools and techniques to help you get the most out of it, as well as the pitfalls and limitations that could set you up for failure (there's a downside to everything).

We will talk about practical things - we will not limit ourselves to theory, since we gained our knowledge from the real practice of remote work. It is with her help that over the past ten years we have grown a successful Internet company, 37signals, from scratch. When we started, one of us lived in Copenhagen, the other in Chicago. Since then, the team has grown to thirty-six people, scattered around the globe and serving millions of users from almost every country in the world.

The book, which says that employees can work effectively from anywhere in the world and, in fact, they do not need an office at all, was published approximately six months after Marissa Mayer announced the closure of remote employment programs at Yahoo! and urged employees to return to offices. As everyone remembers, Mayer’s actions were criticized by many, including the head and founder of the Virgin Group, Richard Branson. And the book "Remote. Office not required" - from the bestselling authors"Rework. Business without prejudices"- continues to sell successfully and interest businessmen, executives and ordinary employees around the world.

In the age of the Internet and high technology Remote work has become as natural and familiar as, for example, mobile communications. The authors of “Remote. An Office is Not Required,” Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, have a lot of arguments, which they successfully contrast with the point of view of Mayer and some other top managers (since most of the “problems” of remote employment are solely in their heads, and they are not yet going to fight their prejudices). Fried and Hanemeier Hensson tell us how to “upgrade” the brain in this sense.

The main material for the book was the experience of the authors’ company 37signals, but Fried and Hanemeier Hensson also talk about the experience of other companies - fully or partially “remote”. In particular, 82% of employees at Intel regularly work remotely, at Deloitte - 86%, and at NASA - 57%. “A world without an office”: 37signals has been operating in this format almost since its founding. This doesn't stop her from developing successful products for millions of users (and making millions of dollars from them). And not only does it not interfere - on the contrary, it helps a lot. It seems that everyone is strong and weak sides such organization of work are obvious. But Fried and Hanemeier Hensson go into detail about issues that can only be learned by “practicing” telecommuting. In addition, the book contains a lot useful information about new organizational opportunities and tools - there are so many of them and their “composition” is updated so often that hardly anyone knows everything about everyone.

In “Remote,” the authors talk about remote interaction with clients, recruiting, motivating and retaining remote employees, maintaining a positive atmosphere in a team scattered across the country (or even the world), creating a company without an office from scratch, and integrating remote workers into the corporate structure already existing company, creating equal conditions for those who are in the office and outside it.

The authors of the book fully agree with Richard Branson (who, in his own words, has never worked a day in an office in the traditional sense of the word) that very soon remote work will not only become ubiquitous - it will be very difficult to imagine a world in which we need a good old “traditional office”.