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Think about Working from Home. We have provided below some key points you may want to review.

Is It For You?:
Telecommuter Profile
Telecommuting Self-Assessment
Respond to each of the following statements.
Personal Traits/Preferences
True False T_F I believe I: enjoy working independently.
True False I believe I: like to think through and resolve problems myself.
True False I believe I: am a high initiative person.
True False I believe I: am not a procrastinator.
True False I believe I: can set and stick to a schedule.
True False I believe I: like to organize and plan
True False I believe I: am a self-disciplined person
True False I believe I: am able and willing to handle administrative tasks.
True False I believe I: can balance attention to major objectives and small details.
True False I believe I: do not need constant interaction with people.
True False I believe I: can work effectively with little or no feedback from others.
True False I believe I: enjoy being in my own home.
True False I believe I: do not need frequent feedback or coaching.
True False I believe I: have the required level of verbal and written communication skills.
True False I believe I: can pace myself to avoid both overworking and wasting time.
True False I believe I: can resist a refrigerator that is only a few steps away.
Job Appropriateness
T_F My job:
True False My job: requires minimal face-to-face interaction.
True False My job: involves many responsibilities that can be met by phone, fax or modem.
True False My job: Accountabilities can be quantified, measured and monitored.
True False My job: affords me the freedom to manage my work as I see best.
True False My job:does not require frequent interaction with work associates.
True False My job: involves co-workers who are supportive and collaborative.
Home Office Space/Environment
T_F I have a space in my home office that:
True False has an adequate amount of work space for my current needs.
True False would provide opportunities for future expansion.
True False has an adequate amount of storage space.
True False has adequate lighting.
True False has sufficient ventilation.
True False has a safe number of electrical circuits.
True False is quiet enough to allow me to concentrate.
True False provides appropriate separation from home/family distractions.
True False is a pleasant and comfortable space I'd enjoy working in.
True False is a reasonable distance from needed business services.
True False has no zoning or lease restrictions that preclude telecommuting.
True False has adequate insurance coverage to protect business equipment.
Family Support
My family:
True False T_F is supportive of my desire to telecommute and will react positively.
True False is willing to minimize distractions and interruptions.
True False will not require care or involvement from me during work hours.
True False can accept my need to focus on work during business hours.
True False is stable and has no relationship conflicts that would be distracting.
Assessment:
IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT BECOMING A TELECOMMUTER, evaluate whether any of the false statements represent potential barriers to your success as a telecommuter or areas requiring extra effort on your part to overcome a potential obstacle.
IF YOU ARE ALREADY TELECOMMUTING, use the False statements to identify any areas of difficulty that are detracting from your productivity or satisfaction as a telecommuter

Is It For You?:
Telecommuter Profile
Telecommuting Self-Assessment

Telecommuter Profile

Based on the experiences of numerous organizations, successful telecommuters typically possess the following characteristics, traits and skills:

Planning & organizing abilities.
Time management skills.
Independence (works successfully without close supervision).
Low affiliation needs.
Strong communication skills (written & verbal).
Supportive family/home environment.
Self-motivated.
Self-disciplined.
Strong performance record.
Technical ability/high job knowledge.
Strong work ethic.
Computer proficiency (hardware, software, peripherals).
In addition to fitting this typical profile, prospective telecommuters should think twice about telecommuting if they:

Have high affiliation needs.
Must be in an "office" to be motivated to work.
Are easily distracted by household demands (tasks, family, etc.).
Do not have a supportive/cooperative family situation.
Do not have reliable child care arrangements during work hours.
Wherever there are telecommuters, there are usually telemanagers. Distance managing requires so many of the skills and abilities that are critical to the evolving role of manager/supervisor to leader/coach.

If you are functioning as a telemanager, keep in mind the following characteristics, traits and skills that will contribute to your effectiveness:

Performance management based on results.
Effective interpersonal communication (face-to-face and via technology).
Honor commitments (e.g., face-to-face or phone meetings).
Effective coaching/feedback skills.
Relationships built on mutual trust.
Planning & organizing.
Openness to change.
Computer proficiency.
Ability to effectively telecommute or understand the basic criteria for successful telecommuting.