#32 - Tamara Sanderson: Remote Work As A Catalyst For Freedom, Flexibility, and Focus

In the latest podcast episode, I had the unique opportunity to explore the evolving landscape of remote work with Tamara Sanderson, a visionary with over 15 years of experience in distributed work. Tamara, who has worked across various domains including design at IDEO, tech at Google and Automattic, and finance and strategy at Oliver Wyman and Audax Group, brings a wealth of knowledge and a profound understanding of how remote work can revolutionize our professional lives.During our conversation, Tamara shared her insights on why remote work is more than just a working mode; it's a catalyst for freedom, flexibility, and focus. Her journey through different industries has cemented her belief in the transformative power of remote work, emphasizing its potential to enhance autonomy, dignity, and ingenuity among professionals.Tamara, along with Ali Greene, has also co-authored 'Remote Works: Managing for Freedom, Flexibility, and Focus. This book is an essential read for anyone navigating the remote work landscape. It offers a comprehensive guide on how to manage remote teams effectively, with practical advice on communication, tool selection, team norms, and productivity. It's an indispensable resource for those ready to rethink and redesign their work life to fit into the digital era.In an unexpected yet fascinating twist, our conversation turned toward the psychological concept of Carl Jung’s shadow work. We explored how self-awareness and introspection, central to Jung's theory, can significantly enhance the remote work experience, making it a journey not just of professional growth but personal development as well.As we concluded our discussion, it was evident that remote work is more than a fleeting trend. It represents a fundamental shift in how we perceive and approach our professional lives. Tamara's perspectives remind us that work is not just about completing tasks but about creating a lifestyle that resonates with our values and aspirations.For anyone looking to dive deeper into the world of remote work, I highly recommend Remote Works: Managing for Freedom, Flexibility, and Focus. It's not just a book; it's a roadmap to a new way of thinking about work and productivity in the remote era. It is worth reading if you are…* … an employee working remotely and you want to harness the full potential of remote work* … a leader, founder, or CEO, who wants to experiment with remote work but is afraid of doing it* … or if you have experienced only negatives with remote work (just at home, endless Zoom calls) and learn how to re-invent your organization, culture, or way of living and working through remote workThank you for joining us in this enlightening episode, and I look forward to bringing you more insights and discussions that challenge the conventional and inspire a new way of professional thinking. Stay tuned!Resources:* Remote Works: Managing for Freedom, Flexibility, and Focus  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.howtounreasonable.com