Building culture as a distributed team is not easy, but it's necessary for success. Unlike co-located teams that can rely on natural interactions to build their culture, remote teams must intentionally create and maintain a strong cultural foundation. This requires more than just physical activities like ping pong tables or regular meetups, but also how the work itself contributes to the team's values and sense of belonging. To achieve this, remote teams need to utilize digital tools that facilitate collaboration, communication, and fun, such as Slack, Async, and Hangouts. Trust is essential in a distributed team, as it enables team members to rely on each other and evaluate results based on output rather than physical presence. By prioritizing trust, transparency, and getting things done, remote teams can build a strong culture that drives success despite the distance between teammates.