What is your Flex Fitness? Are you a good candidate for a flexible
arrangement?
The questions below may help you decide. They are based on success factors that have made flexibility work for
employees here and in other companies.
Before you assess your compatibility with any of the individual options, this tool will help to assess your general fit with
flexibility.
Please read each statement. If it is true for you, click on the box. Keep in mind that this assessment is meant only as a guide. The final decision rests with you and your manager.
I am organized and manage my time well.
I have strong
self-management skills.
I work well with limited
or no supervision.
I can be counted on to
complete work assignments and meet deadlines.
I am flexible and
adaptable.
I am comfortable making
independent decisions.
I can set realistic
expectations for myself as to what can be accomplished on an
option.
I am results-oriented.
I am a good problem
solver.
I can delegate tasks and
responsibilities when appropriate without burdening others.
I understand what is
expected of me.
I feel that I can meet
my performance expectations utilizing flexible options.
I feel I would be able
to continue working effectively in teams utilizing flexible
solutions.
My communication skills
are strong.
I am willing to be
available to others during regular hours in order to maintain open
communication.
I have significant
control over my workflow.
I would be able to
participate in some way in all critical meetings and training
opportunities if I were on an arrangement.
I would be willing to
adapt my arrangement when unexpected business needs arise.
Interpreting Your Results
The more checks you have, the higher your FlexFitness – and the more likely you are to succeed on a flexible arrangement. A very low number of checks should encourage you to rethink whether you and your job are suitable for one.
To determine your "FlexFitness" for a specific flexible work option,
go to the Overview Page for that arrangement and
click on the FlexFitness assessment.
