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Alongside the app redesign, Airbnb is also employing a distinctive approach to employee work culture. The company has adopted a policy allowing employees to live and work from anywhere in the world, with the requirement of attending the San Francisco office for one week each month. This flexibility contrasts sharply with other tech companies that push for a return to traditional office settings.
Chesky explained that while they are not entirely remote, the goal is to strike a balance between home-based work and in-office collaboration. He noted that merely returning to an office shouldn't be the measure of productivity. Instead, managing team projects, meeting regularly, and having significant company launches are your best indicators of a strong work ethic.