Telework: How to Telecommute Successfully

by Nicole Bachelor, Don Philpott

Millions of people go to work every day without ever leaving their homes. They are part of a growing army of teleworkers in both the private and public sector. The advantages of teleworking are obvious - no more commuting, more flexibility in getting the job done, and arranging schedules to suit you and your family and so on. There are also proven benefits for employers - less office space to pay for, increased productivity and the ability to carry on functioning during a natural or man-made disaster even if head office is forced to shut down. If you think you can do your job from home without being distracted, then teleworking could be right for you - and it is certainly worth considering. This book spells out all the positives - and the negatives - and with the use of checklists and questionnaires will help you reach the right decision. While the book is aimed at people considering telecommuting it is also relevant to employers who have to decide if workers should go this route and if so, how best to manage them.

170 pages, Paperback

First published May 28, 2011