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    #8: Distributed work can save the planet 🌍

    #8: Distributed work can save the planet 🌍

    Expert of the week: Magdalena Sowierszenko

    November 1, 2023
    Updated July 5, 2026
    8 min read
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    by Iwo Szapar

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    Expert of the week: Magdalena Sowierszenko (Co-Founder of Remote-how)

    The importance of networking in Distributed Work

    Magda Sowierszenko, co-founder of Remote-how, shares her journey in building connections in the remote world, emphasizing depth over breadth.

    🀝 Connection Over Quantity: You don't have to meet a multitude to form strong bonds. It's about the quality and depth of each interaction.

    🎯 Intentionality is Crucial: Whether you're communicating, collaborating, or setting company values, purposefulness is a must in remote work.

    πŸ” Notice the Small Details: When engaging virtually, pick up on commonalities and shared interests. Recalling them in future conversations can create a more natural bond.

    ❀️ Genuine Appreciation Goes a Long Way: Regularly and honestly expressing gratitude can bolster relationships and bring many benefits to the virtual workspace.

    🀲 Help and Be Helped: In a remote setting, it's easy to recede into your own bubble. Push yourself to aid others, as this fosters trust and camaraderie.

    🌐 Growing a Network: With dedication and intent, you can cultivate a network of colleagues, experts, and partners you truly enjoy connecting with, even if you've never met them face-to-face.

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    πŸ“° Article of the week

    Distributed work is good for the planet

    A new paper shows the impact of Distributed Work on carbon emissions.

    The Key Findings?

    • 2 days/week: β†˜οΈ -11%

      4 days/week: β†˜οΈ -29%

      5 days/week: β†˜οΈ -58%

    4 days/week: β†˜οΈ -29%

    5 days/week: β†˜οΈ -58%

    This study takes into account commuting, home energy, office energy and non-commute-related travel.

    Read the full paper here

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