Telework and Telecommuting

Module 1:Core Skills required

• Self-Management

• Time Management

• Organizing and Planning

• Communication

• Knowledge Check

Module 2:Self-Management(I)

• Solving Problems on Your Own

• Being and Staying Motivated

• You Have More Freedom – Don’t Abuse It

• You and Only You are Accountable

• Knowledge Check

Module 3:Self-Management(II)

• Recognize and Remove Bad Habits

• Reflect on Mistakes and Learn from Them

• Establish Good Habits

• Be Assertive

• Knowledge Check

Module 4:Time Management(I)

• Build a Little Flexibility into Your Schedule

• Identify and Remove Time Wasters

• Working with Time Zones

• Using Free Time Wisely

• Knowledge Check

Module 5:Time Management(II)

• The Urgent/Important Matrix

• Setting and Sticking to Deadlines

• The Glass Jar: Rocks, Pebbles, Sand, and Water

• Recognize When You Are Procrastinating

• Knowledge Check

Module 6:Organizing and Planning(I)

• Plan for Additional Stress

• When to Seek Help

• Being Proactive – Not Reactive

• Establish Priorities and Attainable Goals

• Knowledge Check

Module 7:Organizing and Planning(II)

• Setting Up Your Home Office

• Remove Unneeded or Distracting Items

• When Technology Fails

• Develop a Normal Working Day

• Knowledge Check

Module 8:Communication(I)

• Stay in the Loop

• Use the Correct Medium

• Be Clear and to the Point

• Virtual Communication Can Be Impersonal

• Knowledge Check

Module 9:Communication(II)

• Open and Frequent Communication

• Share Your Information

• Have a Collaborative Attitude

• Setting Expectations with Family and Friends

• Knowledge Check

Module 10:Additional Challenges

• Building Trust and Rapport

• Feeling Isolated

• Always in the Office

• Lack of or Less Feedback

• Knowledge Check