Work, reimagined
At Dropbox, we give you the tools to create, the autonomy to focus, and the support to grow—so you can do your best work, your way.
Our Virtual First model blends the autonomy of remote work with the connection of in-person collaboration. We've moved beyond the office vs. remote debate to create the best of both worlds: a distributed workplace, anchored in community.
How Virtual First works
How Virtual First works
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Structure with flexibility
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Intentional in-person moments
On-demand workspaces, employee community events, and regular offsites bring teams together for connection, creativity, and shared momentum.
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Async by default
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Same access for all
According to recent internal surveys,
92%
of employees agree or strongly agree that the Virtual First model is a key reason they stay at Dropbox.
90%
of employees feel they have colleagues they can trust.
89%
of employees feel they have a greater impact working in Virtual First compared to other working models, such as in-person, hybrid, and fully remote.
87%
of employees agree they’re happy with the current balance of in-person and virtual experiences.
79%
of employees feel productive in current role.
With Virtual First, we saw an opportunity to take a more purposeful approach, while giving employees the flexibility they were looking for. And that approach has led to clear benefits, including higher employee engagement and retention.
We believe flexibility is the ultimate currency in modern work. That’s why we remain committed to Virtual First.
Virtual First aligns with how I think, plan, and build. I can choose focused working time without interruption or structure my day around collaboration.
Virtual First allows me to focus on deep work in the morning and dedicate my afternoons to real-time collaboration.
I’m more productive now because Virtual First shifts the emphasis from presence to performance.
Virtual First converts commute hours into productive work time. Here, I can focus on my goals without the unnecessary distractions.
The Dropbox approach to work gives me space to think deeply and show up fully.
Here, I’m trusted to manage my own schedule and work environment. This reflects the company’s confidence in its employees.
The Dropbox approach gives me the space to be not just efficient, but creative. I’m trusted to manage my time, make decisions, and deliver results.
The flexibility and autonomy of Virtual First enable our employees to do their best work and be their most productive selves.
See for yourself
These free 4-week courses teach best practices for thriving in a distributive work environment:
Communication course
Handle tricky conversations—and lead successful meetings with clarity and confidence—by mastering the art of virtual communication.
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Effectiveness course
Learn how to prioritize, separate the signal from the noise, and focus on what truly matters.
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Well-being course
Discover tools that support mental and emotional health. Learn how to set boundaries, maintain work/life balance, and more.
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Teamwork course
Practice ways to cut through small talk, connect around a shared purpose, or build a sense of community.
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Beyond the office-versus-remote debate: Why we lack focus at work
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Virtual First 2024: A year of learning and innovation
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Exercises to help you thrive in distributed work
Virtual First ToolkitCommunity at Dropbox
Our community fosters connection and engagement, enabling Dropbox employees to build trusted relationships, contribute meaningfully across our global workforce, and extend their impact both inside Dropbox and beyond.
Neighborhoods
Bringing Dropbox employees together locally to cowork, connect, and volunteer; strengthening relationships within our Virtual First environment.
Employee Resource Groups
Led by employees, ERGs create shared experiences, growth, and engagement by offering programming, peer connection, and opportunities to learn, contribute, and build belonging at Dropbox.
Dropbox for Good
Social impact program powered by employees, bringing them together to volunteer and support causes they care about—locally and virtually.
