Telework and Telecommuting

The transition from a centralized office to a home environment demands more than just a reliable internet connection; it requires a specialized professional toolkit. While teleworking offers flexibility, it introduces unique challenges—from communication silos to the blurring of work-life boundaries.

This course is designed to help virtual employees recognize and overcome the specific hurdles of remote work. By mastering digital communication strategies and self-management techniques, participants will transform these challenges into opportunities, becoming highly effective, “office-independent” professionals.

INTRODUCTION

• Course Objectives

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

ASSESSMENT

• Post-Test