Scale-Up Stories Ep.21: How Remote Companies Outpace Offices

In this episode Hallie presents research from 150+ companies showing remote-first businesses scale faster, with better unit economics, retention, product velocity, and customer satisfaction. She explains four key advantages—global hiring, operational simplicity, asynchronous work, and stronger retention—and argues offices are often an unnecessary drag on growth. Practical advice: start remote, document processes, design culture intentionally, and use selective co-location only for specific collaborative needs.