# Is Remote Culture, Actually Culture?

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Podcast: [Startup Therapy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/startup-therapy-919044)
Published: 2025-10-06T14:51:31+00:00
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## Resource

Have you ever wondered if remote work is better than being in the office? Ryan and Will dive into their experiences and how their work culture has evolved over 20 years. They discuss the pros and cons of remote work, the importance of autonomy, and how remote setups have stripped away some of the overhead, revealing who truly thrives in this environment. They also explore whether it's possible to create a strong company culture remotely and how the shift has amplified the best and worst in employees. Tune in as they break down their journey from being die-hard office goers to embracing the flexibility and autonomy of remote work. Resources: Startup Therapy Podcast https://www.startups.com/community/startup-therapy Website https://www.startups.com/begin LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/startups-co/ Join our Network of Top Founders Wil Schroter https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilschroter/ Ryan Rutan https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-rutan/ What to listen for: 00:36 The Shift from Office to Remote Work 01:01 Challenges of Remote Work 01:57 Socialization and Remote Work 04:42 Remote Work Rituals and Failures 07:26 Digital Culture and Transactional Work 12:06 Evolving Company Culture 19:14 The Evolution of Workplace Culture 19:34 Starting Fresh: Can We Be Transactional? 20:20 The New Culture: Autonomy and Responsibility 21:37 Balancing Work and Personal Life 23:49 The Value and Challenges of Remote Culture 25:34 Autonomy: The Ultimate Compensation 26:10 Remote Work: Amplifying Strengths and Weaknesses 32:13 The Social Aspect of Work 37:22 The Future of Work: Remote vs. In-Office

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