Building a Culture of Connection in a Remote-First World: How Linum Labs Thrives as a Global Team

Since Linum Labs was founded in 2016, we've embraced a fully remote structure, managing a diverse team spread across the globe. With more than 35+ people working from different time zones and cultures, we’ve often been asked: How do you maintain a sense of connection and community without physical presence? The answer lies in something deceptively simple—small acts of kindness, empathy, trust, and shared celebrations.

The Human Element in a Remote-First World

At Linum Labs, we firmly believe that creating a supportive, engaged team doesn’t rely on fancy office perks or daily face-to-face meetings. Instead, it’s about curating a culture of connection—a space where our team feels seen, appreciated, and supported, regardless of where they are in the world.

It might seem tricky to foster such closeness when your colleagues live in different countries or time zones, but the internet—and the variety of remote services available today—make it more possible than ever. We’ve found that the key to sustaining a happy, motivated team isn’t in grand gestures, but in small, meaningful acts of care and celebration.

Small Acts, Big Impact

It’s often the little things that make the most difference. Over the years, we’ve built our culture on compassion and empathy, showing our team that they matter as both employees and human beings. Here’s how we do it:

• Celebrating Milestones: At Linum Labs, we don’t miss an opportunity to recognize special moments. Whether it’s celebrating work anniversaries, birthdays, or life milestones like weddings or new babies, we make it a priority to acknowledge these personal wins. A highlight for us was when we threw a virtual baby shower for Jade, one of our amazing team members. Even though we weren’t physically together, the joy and excitement were just as real—and let’s not forget, we made sure she got a special delivery!
• Support in Tough Times: Life isn’t always easy, and sometimes, a little extra support is needed. When a team member is going through a tough time, we make sure they feel our support. Whether it’s sending flowers, a thoughtful message, or giving someone a day off to recharge, it’s these small acts of kindness that help us stay close as a team, even from a distance.
• Virtual Hangouts & Chats: In between our project deadlines and serious work chats, we make time for casual conversations and team hangouts. We’ve hosted virtual coffee breaks, team-building games, and even ordered pizza for everyone to join the PizzaDAO initiative! These moments bring levity and connection, and they remind us that we’re more than just coworkers—we’re a team.

Technology That Brings Us Together

One of the best things about today’s remote services is how they make closeness possible, no matter the distance. Tools like Slack, Google meets, and even things like pizza delivery services let us create shared experiences, keeping the culture strong. We use these tools not just to manage work, but to foster those human moments that build camaraderie and trust.

For example, annually on Bitcoin Pizza day we send pizza to our entire team around the world during a company-wide virtual hangout. It’s a small gesture, but it means that even in different parts of the world, we’re sharing a meal, a moment of connection, and a sense of togetherness.

Empathy at the Core of Our Culture

The secret to Linum Labs’ ability to maintain such high levels of employee satisfaction isn’t rocket science. It’s empathy. It’s compassion. It’s caring enough to show up for each other, even when we aren’t in the same room. We acknowledge the human side of work—the side that often gets lost when you're working remotely.

By doing so, we’ve built a culture where people feel supported, valued, and connected. The team knows that at Linum Labs, their well-being matters, and that keeps morale high and motivation strong.

Connection Is Key

As a fully remote team, we’ve proven that you don’t need to be physically together to feel connected. It’s possible to cultivate a thriving, happy team by focusing on what really matters—celebrating each other, showing empathy, and being intentional about building relationships.

The internet has opened up incredible possibilities for closeness, even when we’re miles apart. And at Linum Labs, we’re committed to harnessing that potential to create a company culture that’s not only productive but deeply human.

So, whether it’s through virtual baby showers, shared meals, or just showing up for each other during tough times, we’ll keep building this culture of connection—because at the end of the day, that’s what makes Linum Labs more than just a workplace.