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A 2.5k% Inbound Increase: The Global Journey of Putting Individuals in The Best Position to Succeed
"Discover the incredible journey of Firstbase, a company that grew 2.5k% amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, and learn how its founder Chris Herd prioritized remote work, flexibility, and employee well-being to achieve massive success."
- Chris Herd’s company, Firstbase, grew 2.5k% with a focus on remote work and distributed teams.
- The company solved a problem for remote workers who were stuck with inefficiencies in their work-from-home setup.
- Chris Herd’s journey began with a fintech company, which he later pivoted to focus on remote work.
- The company’s early days were marked by struggling to find the right people and building an inefficient product.
- The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the company’s growth and helped Firstbase become a go-to solution for remote workers.
- Chris Herd believes that remote work is not just about flexibility, but about being able to work with the most talented people from around the world.
- The company has raised $67 million from top-tier VCs such as Andreessen Horowitz and Kleiner Perkins.
- Chris Herd’s daily routine includes working in the morning, followed by a two-hour bike ride, and then work from 3-8 pm.
- Firstbase is not a “100% remote” company, but instead offers a hybrid model that allows employees to work from anywhere.
- The company has a four-day workweek and encourages employees to take breaks and pursue their interests.
- Chris Herd believes that treating people like adults and giving them the freedom to work from anywhere is key to success.
- The company’s solution is not just about technology, but also about providing the right resources and support for remote workers.
- Chris Herd’s observations from his own company and other startups suggest that the biggest lesson is to prioritize remote work and not just “tolerate” it.
- The company is committed to solving problems related to burnout, productivity, and employee well-being.