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Steve Mouritsen Application System Engineer Wells Fargo. Our Experience in Telework. Office needs. Desk Adequate lighting Comfortable chair Phone (voice mail, conferencing/3-way calling, long-distance) – Do not use an analog wireless telephone High-speed access
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Steve Mouritsen Application System EngineerWells Fargo Our Experience in Telework
Office needs • Desk • Adequate lighting • Comfortable chair • Phone (voice mail, conferencing/3-way calling, long-distance) – Do not use an analog wireless telephone • High-speed access • Multi-function copier/fax/printer/scanner • Ergonomically sound office • Temperature controls • Use a full-sized keyboard
Secure environment • Lock on the door • Secure storage for paper records inventory • Protect your hardware/assets • Virus protection • Firewall (If wireless, ensure network is encrypted)
Quite environment • Avoid extraneous noises • Avoid distractions
Meeting facilitation • Bridge lines • Net Meeting/Live Meeting • Schedule reoccurring meetings with supervisors and subordinates
Traits of successful tele-workers • Results-oriented • Self-motivated and independent • Well organized • Strong time management skills • Flexible
Tele-workers should also • Communicate, communicate, communicate • Set regular (core) working hours • Demonstrate a high level of productivity • Require minimal day-to-day supervision • Possess a high level of job knowledge and skills • Display good judgment • Have strong verbal and written communication skills
Tele-working types • Full-time • Part-time • Casual/After-hours
Tele-working pitfalls • Not a substitution for dependent care • Eliminate background noise • Focus on tasks at hand • Be accessible (have a cell phone/blackberry as a backup for when you are away from the office) • Give your work your undivided attention during scheduled working hours • It is too easy to work • No commute = No snow days