Good Communication  Good communication skills are important regardless of the work environment, but for employees who telecommute they're even more so. A lack of nonverbal cues when communicating virtually can make it harder convey your intended message, and context can get lost. Since most of your communication will be conducted via phone, email, or chat, being able to express yourself clearly and succinctly is critical. Tech-Savvyness You don’t have to be a wiz, but you do have to be comfortable accessing and using online productivity and communication tools. You should also have the ability to perform basic trouble-shooting if you have problems with you network or computer. If you are working from a co-working space or public place, such a library, you may not have control over some of these elements. Knowing what the issue is and whether or not you can fix it, or if you need to move to another place is important. Independence The ability to work on your own and be productive with minimal instruction is a crucial skill for telecommute employees to have. If you do your best work while alone, you might be a good candidate. Resourcefulness  Resourcefulness is a helpful telecommute skill to have. Critical thinking, confidence in handling occasional crises on you own, and good research skills allow you to work without asking for help from outside your one-person office. Time-Management Working from home creates its own set of work distractions. While throwing a load of laundry in during your lunch break is one of the added perks of working from home, without good time-management skills it can be easy to lose track of time and lose focus on your work assignments.