What do you miss in a remote work environment compared to an office culture?

Marvin Mändle
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When I work abroad, I miss having fun with my colleagues in the office.

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Cara (Borenstein) Marin
Quick ad-hoc collaboration!
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Marvin Mändle
@stash_new yes, that is much harder in the remote world.
Ashley from Shadow
The free coffee and snacks!! Oh and of course my colleagues 😉 I promise I miss them more than the snacks haha
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Marvin Mändle
@ashley_from_shadow I also prefer the coffee in my office. Colleagues are important, but there are so many ways to meet them virtual and have quick chat with them, in my opinion.
Gurkaran Singh
Hey there! Gurkaran Singh here, diving into the discussion. When it comes to remote work versus office culture, one thing I definitely miss is those spontaneous water cooler chats and office banter that keeps the day interesting. As much as virtual hangouts try to replicate it, there's just something about the in-person energy that's hard to beat. But hey, on the bright side, at least the commute from my bed to the "office" is a lot shorter now! 😄 #RemoteWorkStruggles #OfficeVibes #TechLife
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Marvin Mändle
@thestarkster yes, that is true. In-person energy is unique, but we are getting better to communicate virtual and especially for younger generations it will be normal to socialize with the help of technology. And the short way in the office is so nice in the morning :D
Julia Engelsmann
my colleagues as well! They are really great
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H-Tech
In a remote work environment, I miss the spontaneous interactions and camaraderie that come with an office culture. There's a sense of community and collaboration that's harder to replicate virtually. I also miss the clear boundaries between work and home life, as remote work can blur these lines. Additionally, I miss the in-person meetings and discussions, which often lead to more creative and effective problem-solving. Overall, while remote work offers flexibility, it can lack the social aspects and sense of belonging that office culture provides.visit us for specializes in high-quality office furniture that combines style and functionality to enhance productivity.
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thereliableguy
Unplanned but important interactions!
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Marvin Mändle
@aravindc1691 yes, spontaneous is difficult in the virtual world.
Alex Couture
Socializing and getting to know like-minded people. I know I work with exceptional people and I'm sure there is more to work in their life.
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Marvin Mändle
@alex_couture I agree. We are here to solve that problem in the remote world btw.
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