Excuses for uncompleted work may be eliminated by keeping hard copies at home of all the reference files you need. The company s server or intranet can be utilized in storing data or use a web-based file storage service such as Magical Desk. In emergency situations, install a remote control package that will let you fetch files from your office PC when you are at home. There are companies like Linx Communications that uses a single toll free number to call your office phone, cell phone, and pager all at the same time which make you accessible when you leave your home office. 2 Telecommuting success comes down to trust between managers and employees.
Modern management is all about winning the hearts and minds of employees.
The successful managers will be those people who can get other employees to work willingly rather than grudgingly. 3 Companies now look for workers with the ability to find a role for themselves that best suits the company. Telecommuting programs are initiated by companies to prevent the loss of valued employees, reduce capital costs, achieve a competitive recruiting edge, enhance the company s public image, help employees balance work and family, and comply with local air quality requirements. Job sharing is a form of part time job where by two people divide the responsibilities of a full time position. Mothers who would like spend more time with their family while maintaining their career skill prefers job sharing.