The Nextcloud Podcast Nextcloud Podcast pt. III: Frank Karlitschek on remote working
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Aug 4, 2020 
Frank Karlitschek, the founder and CEO of Nextcloud, shares insights on remote work culture in his company. He discusses how their global team thrives across time zones from places like Hawaii to Cape Verde. The importance of trust over tracking, keeping meetings short and optional, and focusing on outcomes are key themes. Frank highlights innovative product improvements to enhance remote collaboration, such as Nextcloud Talk and integrated tools for project management. He also shares experiences from the pandemic that shaped their remote practices.
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In-Person Meetups Bolster Remote Teams
- Nextcloud normally meets everyone in person several times per year for socializing and deep discussions.
- Frank Karlitschek notes those meetups were canceled due to COVID-19, creating a social challenge.
Recreate Watercooler Moments Online
- Create informal virtual spaces (community calls, virtual coffee rooms, hobby channels) to replace office social interactions.
- Frank Karlitschek describes weekly community calls and casual chat rooms to maintain social bonds during lockdown.
Product Shift To Support Large Remote Meetings
- COVID-19 accelerated product improvements to support large-scale remote teaching and meetings.
- Frank Karlitschek explains Nextcloud Talk added grid view and WebRTC optimizations for hundreds of participants.
