GitHub is adapting to a remote-first workplace strategy, emphasizing the importance of culture and technology investments to support its remote workforce while maintaining office spaces for those who prefer in-person work. Lara Owen, Director of Global Workplace Experience, discusses the company's shift from traditional office roles to virtual operations due to COVID-19, highlighting the importance of asynchronous communication and mental health. The company's remote work approach includes initiatives like the Hubber Care series to foster engagement and fun, while also planning for a future where office spaces serve primarily as social hubs. GitHub prioritizes flexibility, encouraging employees to take time off to balance work and personal life, and emphasizes the importance of celebrating small personal milestones to maintain morale. The remote work series continues to provide insights and best practices for adapting to new work environments.