What do you do if you're a remote worker feeling disconnected in the Web3 industry?

Agree that it is very important to make remote workers feel connected, especially as a lot of Web3 teams work remotely. Some practices my team and I employ: 1) We keep our cameras on during Zoom meetings. We can see one another's faces and reactions; makes the conversation feel less distant. 2) Some conversations require face-to-face meetings, so we meet at co-working spaces for more fruitful discussions. 3) If in-person meetings aren't viable, we use interactive tools such as Miro to visualise ideas, ensuring everyone feels connected and on the same page. 4) And we love to surprise each other by ordering treats through delivery apps- little gestures maintain the excitement and camaraderie, even while we work miles or countries apart.

Faced with a tight deadline to facilitate an ADA listing on a major exchange, our Cardano Foundation team, spanning engineering, legal, marketing, and compliance, rallied together. We embraced daily stand-ups and constant Slack updates to maintain transparency and tackle challenges head-on. A critical technical hurdle threatened to derail our progress, but through effective communication and collaboration, we turned a potential setback into an innovative feature that enhanced ADA’s appeal. Video calls were a huge help. Our collective effort culminated in the successful listing of ADA, underscoring the power of teamwork and clear communication in achieving complex goals in a fast-paced sector.

The easiest and best way is to communicate online. Search for social media spaces where industry news is broadcasted. Join social media groups. Stay interactive on it. Connect with more indutry-minds that align and vube with you. Try to find ebooks or audiobooks related to your industry but only from strong experts.

Virtual webinars and conferences became popular during the pandemic and still exist today. I recommend attending the events that are of interest. If you find a particular speaker interesting, send an invite to connect and request an opportunity to speak further on the topic. This has helped me grow my LinkedIn network to over 20,000 followers.

Look for local meetups. There are Web3 communities all over the world, and all of them are open to the newcomers. If you can afford it, travel to other cities for conferences which are packed with Web3 enthusiasts. Remember to find those that are in your interest. For example, I'm not into coding, so I prefer business events.

Immersed in Web3, I've found the community's global diversity and passion to be its greatest strength. Engaging with Web3 leaders and projects on Twitter, and deep dives on spaces or threads, enriches my perspective. Active participation in forums like Reddit and LinkedIn, and exploring DAOs, NFTs, and DeFi protocols, allows for valuable idea exchanges and networking. This vibrant interaction not only broadens my knowledge but also connects me with innovative minds shaping Web3's future. Listen to the community, and it will help you make the best products and services possible.

Acknowledge the unique challenges of remote work, such as odd working hours and asynchronous communication with colleagues, and its not just prevalent in web3 but across any industry that does remote work. One thing I've found useful is to establish a routine that includes regular breaks and delineates clear boundaries between work and personal time. Stay connected with your team through regular virtual meetings and casual catch-ups to foster a sense of belonging and teamwork. If allowed or possible, sometimes a change of work location such as working from a cafe or even on a beach somewhere does wonders for both productivity and well-being!