Are you and your job a good fit for telecommuting?
The questions below may help you decide. They are based on people and
positions that have made flexibility work here and in other companies.
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.
Some of my job requirements can be accomplished away from my
primary work site on a regular basis.
My job does not require
daily face-to-face contact with clients or team members.
I have a separate space
in my home that will only be used as my home office.
I have (or will have)
the training and support I need to perform my job functions while
telecommuting.
I work and communicate
well with my manager.
I work and communicate
well with my team members.
I will not have any
personal responsibilities (such as child care, elder care or home
repairs) while working at home.
I can provide quality
service to clients while telecommuting.
I can be focused and
disciplined whether I’m working at home or in the office.
I can perform as well or
better working independently.
I am able to work with
limited or no face-to-face supervision.
I understand clearly
what results are expected of me in my role.
I am highly
self-motivated.
I can be counted on to
complete work assignments and meet deadlines.
I realize that working
from home regularly can be isolating and feel that I can make
adjustments to stay in touch with my co-workers and managers.
I feel that I can keep
distractions and temptations around the house (e.g. the TV,
visitors, laundry, the refrigerator) under control while I am
working.
Interpreting Your Results
The more checks you have, the more likely you are to succeed with this
arrangement. A very low number of checks should encourage you to
rethink how viable the telecommuting option might be for you and to
review carefully the other choices.
