Adopting async-first practices can be overwhelming. To get started, teams can use the Placeless Taxonomy as a simple framework for adopting more asynchronous communication practices.
The future of work is flexible and adaptable. Not only do employees want to be able to work remotely, they also want to be able to choose when they do so. In short: employees value and want autonomy at work. They want to be able to work when, where, and how they
What do all of the most effective async-first companies have in common? Super strong documentation practices. Companies like GitLab and Doist empower their teams to be autonomous, efficient, productive, and inclusive by prioritizing writing skills and good documentation habits. Why Is Documentation So Important? Clear, consistent, updated documentation
A worker is async if they are not working at the same time as their team members. They might be working on a different schedule, working from a different location, or both. There are several benefits to async remote work: workers can collaborate across multiple time zones, and the increased
Incorporating async work is a critical component of successfully adapting to the future of work. Asynchronous communication helps teams save time, increase productivity, reduce burnout, and empower autonomy—just to name a few important benefits. However, the ease of shifting to async-first best practices can vary based on an individual’s role within an
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