1. Our Experience in Telework

2.  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

3.  Lock on the door  Secure storage for paper records inventory  Protect your hardware/assets  Virus protection  Firewall (If wireless, ensure network is encrypted)

4.  Avoid extraneous noises  Avoid distractions

5.  Bridge lines  Net Meeting/Live Meeting  Schedule reoccurring meetings with supervisors and subordinates

6.  Results-oriented  Self-motivated and independent  Well organized  Strong time management skills  Flexible

7.  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

8.  Full-time  Part-time  Casual/After-hours

9.  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 