#008 - You’re Scaling Remote Teams All Wrong (Here’s What You’re Missing) 🚫🌍

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In this episode, Darshan Chavan explores the hidden costs of poor hiring decisions and the dangers of prioritising performance over trust within remote teams. He unpacks why high performers with low trust can erode culture, and how building strong one-on-one relationships is key to unlocking honest feedback and long-term alignment. Darshan emphasises the power of appreciation, clarity in recruitment, and extreme ownership as foundational leadership traits. Drawing from his experience leading 170+ staff across four countries, he shares actionable strategies for scaling remote teams without chaos, while staying true to your company’s mission, values, and vision. Whether you're struggling with toxic hires or firefighting daily operations, this episode offers mindset shifts and tactical tools to help you lead smarter and grow faster.

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Timestamp

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:17 - Building a Great Culture Through One-on-Ones

00:02:41 - The Importance of Appreciation

00:04:28 - Trust vs. Performance in Team Dynamics

00:06:09 - Hiring Without Clarity: A Cautionary Tale

00:07:05 - Taking Extreme Ownership as a Leader

00:08:36 - Hiring the Best to Scale Your Business

00:10:05 - Value-Driven Communication for Career Growth