Makes Remote Work

Ali Turner, CEO of Surge, joins the podcast to discuss building a fully remote company in the renewable energy space. The conversation covers leadership, communication, accountability, remote culture, and how the Surge team operates across the globe while helping businesses adopt clean energy solutions. Ali also shares insights on balancing deep work, team visibility, and the evolving role of remo...

In this episode, Scott Rammage, CEO of HireVP, shares insights on building trusted remote teams, managing chaos, and leveraging remote work for personal and professional growth. Check this out to discover practical strategies for scaling remote teams, maintaining culture, and optimizing founder productivity. Connect with Scott Check out HireVP

Daniel Robosky, COO of Meritage Partners, joins Makes Remote Work to talk accountability, remote leadership, custom CRM development, and how his fully remote M&A team stays efficient using Roam. Connect with Daniel Check Out Meritage Partners

CEO Tiffany Jones shares how Lime Technology, creators of Unraid, scaled a distributed team, cut unnecessary meetings, and uses Roam to create connection, collaboration, and focus across time zones. Listen to the full episode now. Connect with Tiffany Jones Check out Unraid

Brywin Travers, CMO of Social Commerce Club, shares insights on how their remote team operates efficiently, leveraging TikTok for social commerce, and building a strong creator network to scale brands rapidly. Discover how their innovative approach to remote work and social media marketing drives success in the fast-paced world of social commerce. Connect with Brywinn Travers Check out Social Comm...

Scott Gifis, CEO of Wyllo, discusses the company's rebrand, innovative fraud prevention technology, and the future of remote work and collaboration. Discover how Wyllo’s solutions enhance customer trust, improve operational efficiency, and reshape the CX landscape. Connect with Scott Gifis Check out Wyllo

From startup nights and weekends to two acquisitions and a fully remote team. John Dietz of Civo shares how their team built a distributed culture, adopted a 4 day workweek, and made their Roam virtual office the center of everything. Connect with John Dietz Check Out Civo

In this episode, we sit down with Josh Rogers, CEO of HoudiniSwap, to talk about building in crypto, leading a fully distributed team, and creating high performance culture in a remote first world.  We cover hiring philosophy, collaboration across time zones, lessons from scaling startups, and quick takes on the current state of the crypto market. Check out Houdini Swap

In this episode of Makes Remote Work, we catch up with Nick Foy, CEO and founder of Silverdale, about his journey in the ERP industry, the importance of organizational transparency in remote work, and how AI is integrated into their business processes. Nick shares insights on the challenges of ERP systems, the significance of a strong company culture, and the innovative use of AI to enhance team c...

In this conversation, Joey Johnsen from Zeevo Group discusses the company's remote-first approach, its diverse client base, and the importance of building trust in a virtual environment. She shares insights on managing accountability within a remote team and fostering a strong internal culture. The discussion also highlights the role of Roam in facilitating effective communication and project...

In this conversation, Chip Paucek discusses the mission and structure of the Pro Athlete Community (PAC), emphasizing the importance of supporting professional athletes in their transitions both during and after their careers. He shares insights on building a remote work culture, defining company culture, and offers valuable advice for first-time founders based on his extensive experience in entre...

Remote teams need more than productivity tools to thrive. Krish Jagirdar, co-founder of Internet Game explains how structured play builds trust, autonomy, and real connection across distributed companies. We also dig into how his team runs remote and the lessons founders can steal. Connect with Krish Jagirdar Check out Internet Game

In this engaging conversation, Andrew Shotland shares insights from his 20-year journey in the SEO industry, discussing the evolution of his company, Local SEO Guide, and the impact of remote work on company culture. He emphasizes the importance of flexibility and availability in a remote setting, and explores the transformative effects of AI on SEO and business strategies. Andrew's experiences hi...

In this conversation, Michael Radcliffe, founder and CEO of RadCRM, discusses the development of his CRM tailored for loan officers, emphasizing the importance of communication, connection, and efficiency in both product design and team management. He shares insights on maintaining team dynamics in a remote work environment and offers advice for those transitioning to remote work, highlighting the...

In this conversation, Preston Guyton, CEO and founder of EZ Home Search, discusses the intersection of technology and real estate, the dynamics of remote work, and the importance of building relationships in a dispersed team environment. He shares insights on leadership, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the tools that facilitate effective communication and collaboration among remote teams.

In this conversation, Nathan Ruff, CEO of Perfect, discusses his unique approach to leadership, the importance of transparency, and how he navigates the chaos of running a web design agency. He emphasizes the need for efficiency in meetings, the value of strong opinions, and his deep care for customer satisfaction. Nathan also shares insights into his daily life, the tools he uses to manage his re...

In this episode of Makes Remote Work, PJ Crescenzo breaks down how Element Mortgage runs a hybrid team, builds real culture in a digital environment, and removes friction from virtual meetings using Roam. We talk work life integration, leadership availability, and what actually matters when leading a remote team. Connect with PJ Crescenzo Check out Element Mortgage

In this episode of Make Remote Work, we sit down with Jordan Vreeland, founder of 14 Days to Close, to break down how his team can close loans in two weeks, when it matters, and how remote work actually makes that possible. We talk trust vs micromanagement, running seven days a week, offshore teams, and why ripping the band aid off Zoom changed their culture overnight inside Roam. If you run a hig...

In this engaging conversation, Jon Nordmark, the founder of eBags and current CEO of Iterate.ai discuss Jon's transition from the retail industry to the AI sector, exploring the challenges and opportunities that come with leading a remote team. Jon shares insights on fostering collaboration, maintaining a human touch in an increasingly digital world, and empowering employees to contribute idea...

In this conversation, Devin Dubuc discusses the significance of podcasting as a platform that establishes authority and showcases the achievements of others. He emphasizes that the podcast is not a personal bragging tool but rather a medium to highlight the incredible work of guests, thereby creating a narrative that inspires and informs listeners. Connect with Devin Dubuc Check out Premier Lendin...

In this conversation, Chappy Asel emphasizes the importance of staying updated with the latest AI tools and technologies. He discusses the rapid pace of innovation in the tech industry and encourages professionals to explore new tools that can significantly enhance their productivity and effectiveness. Connect with Chappy Asel Check out The AI Collective

In this engaging conversation, Valentina Valencia, co-founder and CEO of Vaas, shares her journey in building a technology platform aimed at enhancing trust in financial systems. She discusses the challenges and advantages of leading a remote team, the importance of cultivating a strong company culture, and the unique dynamics of working in the fintech industry. Valentina emphasizes the need for t...