Your laptop is a city-building superpower.

Did you know? When you choose where to log in from, you're reshaping economies, communities, and futures.

Small towns are being reborn through your presence. Main streets buzz again. Innovation follows your WiFi signal.

Your next Zoom call? It's actually changing lives.

— Ric, Shellie

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COMMUNITY

Remote Talent Transforms Small Cities

By Jeffrey Kaplan

Ever wondered how small cities compete for innovation without tech giants? 

Asheville, NC has discovered a powerful solution in its over 3,600 remote workers. These digital nomads bring skills, networks and entrepreneurial experience from high-growth environments, creating an entirely new innovation flywheel for the region. 

But the most fascinating part isn't just that they're moving there—it's what happens when they stay.

Read more: Explore Asheville's remote work revolution →

QUICK TAKES

The Future of Living

✅ How Cities Are Transforming for Remote Workforces. Changes in public policy will, once again, be necessary in order to accommodate remote work, public transit/commuting, and for the new suburbs of cities.

✅ The Remote Work Phenomenon: Impact on Destination Communities. With thoughtful planning and collaboration, the remote work revolution has the potential to create a positive and sustainable impact.

✅ Remote Work Is Killing Big Offices: Cities Must Change to Survive. By embracing innovation, fostering community, and prioritizing sustainability, urban centers can emerge stronger and more vibrant than ever.

✅ Best Cities in the US for Remote Workers. The right city can ignite inspiration, foster collaboration, and lead to a fulfilling professional life.

✅ Map Shows U.S. Cities Offering Cash Incentives to Move There. Americans are more empowered than ever to choose exactly where they want to live.

LAST WEEK’S POLL RESULTS

How is remote work changing your city's ecosystem?

POLL – NEXT WEEKS TOPIC

Next week: A resource for remote entrepreneurs designing purpose-driven businesses and lifestyles.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Roam & Rally

Your laptop-toting tribe is taking over America, folks! 

From slurping coffee in Cincinnati to hiking El Paso trails and clinking glasses at Asheville's Highland Brewery—your fellow remote workers are absolutely everywhere this week. 

Ditch the sad home office and join the revolution. Your Wi-Fi password works elsewhere too, you know!

🗓️ Check out the Community Calendar!

RESOURCES

Friends of Thrive

The Association for Entrepreneurship (AFE)

Freelance, Independent and Flexible Workers - Stop cobbling together your own benefits patchwork. Join thousands already protecting their lifestyle where traditional employers can't follow. AFE delivers what you need most: affordable health plans, retirement options, and financial tools designed for location-independent professionals. Learn more about the group benefit plans →

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