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A laptop, a strong Wi-Fi connection, and a good cup of coffee — for many professionals today, that’s all it takes to get to work.
Across the country, remote work is changing where people live, how they spend money, and what communities thrive.

And here’s the exciting part: that “anywhere” can be Cody.

Why Remote Work Matters to Small-Town Economies

The rise of remote and hybrid work means people are no longer tied to big cities to build their careers. They can live where they want — and many are choosing places that offer a better quality of life, tighter community, and a sense of belonging.

That makes Cody, with its access to Yellowstone, Western charm, and strong community spirit, a natural fit.

But to fully capture this opportunity, we need to make sure our local businesses and infrastructure are “remote-work ready.”

What It Means to Be Remote-Work Ready

Remote-work readiness isn’t just about better internet (though that helps!). It’s about creating an ecosystem where remote professionals can live, work, and thrive. That includes:

  • Welcoming Workspaces: Coffee shops, restaurants, and public spaces with reliable Wi-Fi and comfortable seating.
  • Community Connection: Co-working spaces, networking events, and Chamber programs that help remote workers build relationships.
  • Business Services: Tech support, printing, accounting, childcare, and other services that make daily life easier.
  • Housing Options: Access to attainable housing that attracts and retains remote professionals and their families.

When towns like Cody provide these resources, they become magnets for talent and entrepreneurship — fueling local spending, volunteerism, and new business creation.

What Local Businesses Can Do

Even if you’re not directly in the tech world, you can still serve and benefit from the remote-work trend:

  • Restaurants & Cafés: Promote quiet weekday mornings as “remote work hours.” Offer a refillable coffee pass or lunch special for laptop users.
  • Retailers: Think about weekday promotions for people who are now in town more often instead of commuting.
  • Gyms & Wellness Studios: Target remote workers with flexible midday classes or short “stretch breaks.”
  • Service Businesses: From IT support to bookkeeping, your customer base may now include local residents running national or online businesses.

Cody’s Opportunity

Remote work doesn’t just bring individuals — it brings energy, spending, and new ideas. Each person who relocates here to work remotely contributes to our economy, our schools, and our sense of place.

By positioning Cody as a “work-from-anywhere” destination, we not only attract new residents — we strengthen the community for those who already call it home.

Bottom Line:
The future of work is flexible, mobile, and values lifestyle as much as income.
For Cody, that’s not a challenge — it’s an opportunity.

Now is the time for local businesses, property owners, and community leaders to think creatively about what remote-work readiness looks like in Cody Country.

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