Remote work has become a pressing concern for many due to the sudden shift to home-based setups, introducing new challenges such as balancing work with family needs and maintaining effective communication. CircleCI, with a 40% remote workforce and some fully remote teams, shares insights and strategies for thriving in this environment, emphasizing communication and collaboration. The company highlights the importance of overcommunication, using tools like Slack, and effective meeting practices to ensure no context is lost among distributed teams. Different approaches to remote work culture, such as being remote-first versus remote-friendly, are also explored, with CircleCI aiming to prioritize remote employees' needs to foster a supportive and connected work environment.