Is It For You?:
Telecommuter Profile
Telecommuting Self-Assessment

Telecommuter Self-assessment

Respond to each of the following statements.

Personal Traits/Preferences

	I believe I:
True False	enjoy working independently.
True False	like to think through and resolve problems myself.
True False	am a high initiative person.
True False	am not a procrastinator.
True False	can set and stick to a schedule.
True False	like to organize and plan
True False	am a self-disciplined person
True False	am able and willing to handle administrative tasks.
True False	can balance attention to major objectives and small details.
True False	do not need constant interaction with people.
True False	can work effectively with little or no feedback from others.
True False	enjoy being in my own home.
True False	do not need frequent feedback or coaching.
True False	have the required level of verbal and written communication skills.
True False	can pace myself to avoid both overworking and wasting time.
True False	can resist a refrigerator that is only a few steps away.

Job Appropriateness

	My job:
True False	requires minimal face-to-face interaction.
True False	involves many responsibilities that can be met by phone, fax or modem.
True False	Accountabilities can be quantified, measured and monitored.
True False	affords me the freedom to manage my work as I see best.
True False	does not require frequent interaction with work associates.
True False	involves co-workers who are supportive and collaborative.

Home Office Space/Environment

	I have a space in my home office that:
True False	has an adequate amount of work space for my current needs.
True False	would provide opportunities for future expansion.
True False	has an adequate amount of storage space.
True False	has adequate lighting.
True False	has sufficient ventilation.
True False	has a safe number of electrical circuits.
True False	is quiet enough to allow me to concentrate.
True False	provides appropriate separation from home/family distractions.
True False	is a pleasant and comfortable space I'd enjoy working in.
True False	is a reasonable distance from needed business services.
True False	has no zoning or lease restrictions that preclude telecommuting.
True False	has adequate insurance coverage to protect business equipment.

Family Support

	My family:
True False	is supportive of my desire to telecommute and will react positively.
True False	is willing to minimize distractions and interruptions.
True False	will not require care or involvement from me during work hours.
True False	can accept my need to focus on work during business hours.
True False	is stable and has no relationship conflicts that would be distracting.

Assessment:

• IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT BECOMING A TELECOMMUTER, evaluate whether any of the false statements represent potential barriers to your success as a telecommuter or areas requiring extra effort on your part to overcome a potential obstacle.

• IF YOU ARE ALREADY TELECOMMUTING, use the False statements to identify any areas of difficulty that are detracting from your productivity or satisfaction as a telecommuter.

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