Telework and Telecommuting

Module One: Getting Started
Course Objectives
 
Module Two: Core Skills Required
Self-Management
Time Management
Organizing and Planning
Communication
Case Study
Module Two: Review Questions
 
Module Three: 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
Case Study
Module Three: Review Questions
 
Module Four: Self-Management (II)
Recognize and Remove Bad Habits
Reflect on Mistakes, and Learn from Them
Establish Good Habits
Be Assertive with Yourself
Case Study
Module Four: Review Questions
 
Module Five: Time Management (I)
Build a Little Flexibility Into Your Schedule
Identify and Remove Time Wasters
Working with Time Zones
Using Free Time Wisely
Case Study
Module Five: Review Questions
 
Module Six: 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
Case Study
Module Six: Review Questions
 
Module Seven: Organization and Planning (I)
Plan for Additional Stress
When to Seek Help
Being Proactive, not Reactive
Establish Priorities and Attainable Goals
Case Study
Module Seven: Review Questions
 
Module Eight: Organization and Planning (II)
Setting up Your Home Office
Remove Unneeded or Distracting Items
When Technology Fails?
Develop a Normal Working Day
Case Study
Module Eight: Review Questions
 
Module Nine: Communication (I)
Stay in the Loop
Use the Correct Medium
Be Clear and To the Point
Virtual Communication Can Be Impersonal
Case Study
Module Nine: Review Questions
 
Module Ten: Communication (II)
Open and Frequent Communication
Share Your Information
Have a Collaborative Attitude
Setting Expectations with Family and Friends
Case Study
Module Ten: Review Questions
 
Module Eleven: Additional Challenges
Building Trust and Rapport
Feeling Isolated
Always in the Office
Lack of or Less Feedback
Case Study
Module Eleven: Review Questions
 
Module Twelve: Wrapping Up
Words from the Wise
Lessons Learned