GitLab has created the definitive guide of remote work. This guide covers the essentials – including asynchronous workflows, meetings, communication, culture and management.

The GitLab guide also discusses different types of remote work, the pros and cons of hybrid work, and how to lead the transition to a remote-first culture. It’s important to note that GitLab takes a bold stance and urges companies to close their offices to, “ensure that no one is treaded as an outsider.”

2022 The Remote Playbook also highlights essential leadership skills and strategies to be an effective remote manager.

Why is this important? Because, remote work is here to stay and companies that have embraced a remote-first mindset are gaining tremendous efficiency at scale, that co-located companies can’t. In addition, the benefits of a fostering an organizational culture that promotes mental health and wellbeing over long hours and overwork will be a key recruitment and retention strategy for top talent in the future.