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The part about distributed teams might help our company as well. I wished I spoke Russian now!

It's normal to check what the competition does, but in the case of a company performing really well, it's always of use to have the brightest people with you, not against; even when you know you can crush them with money & reputation..

I'll think about becoming an advisor, looks like a great way to have a better footprint on society.

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Speaking a few extra languages certainly would be handy. That said, I think there many ways to make distributed work. My thought is to only hire remote staff, from now on. It’s nice to have access to so many talented folks, and for them to be able to stay where they’re happy.

And you’re right. Slack’s moves all seem well considered and impeccably executed. Stewart and his people appear to have a remarkable ability for exciting its user base.

Thanks for looking at Officehours, and considering offering sessions. It’s pretty neat to watch people connect on there, and create new relationships. (It’s sort of surprising to see how even 10 minutes of one-on-one interaction can start to build something.)

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