OPERATION_MANUAL.md

REQUIRED_SKILLS[]

• → Strong time management and organizational abilities
• → Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• → Excellent written communication (most interaction will be async)
• → Basic technical proficiency for managing multiple environments

RECOMMENDED_EXPERIENCE[]

• → At least 2 years in remote work environment
• → Previous experience in async-first companies
• → Understanding of common remote work tools and practices

OPTIMAL_COMPANY_TRAITS

RED_FLAGS

• ⚠ Required core hours or strict scheduling
• ⚠ Heavy meeting culture or daily standups
• ⚠ Aggressive time tracking or monitoring software
• ⚠ Small, tight-knit teams with high collaboration

DEVICE_MANAGEMENT

• → Separate devices for each job (company-provided when possible)
• → Different browsers with isolated profiles
• → Dedicated mobile devices or dual-SIM setup

DIGITAL_FOOTPRINT

• → LinkedIn set to private, minimal updates
• → Separate email addresses for each position
• → No cross-posting or social media about work

CALENDAR_STRATEGY

• → Block 2-3 hour focus times for each job
• → Buffer zones between job switches
• → Strategic meeting times to avoid conflicts

MEETING_MANAGEMENT

• → Default to "camera off" when possible
• → Use "poor connection" as backup strategy
• → Record or get notes for overlapping meetings

ESSENTIAL_TOOLS[]

• → Calendar management (Calendly, Google Calendar)
• → Password manager (1Password, Bitwarden)
• → Virtual machines or containers for isolation
• → Note-taking system (Obsidian, Notion)

ADVANCED_SETUP

• → KVM switch for multiple computers
• → Dedicated workspace per role
• → Backup internet connection