Telework and Telecommuting

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Course Description

Working from a home office requires a distinct skill set to navigate the unique challenges of telework. Virtual employees face hurdles such as communication barriers and isolation, which can impact performance. Recognizing and addressing these challenges is key to excelling as a teleworker.

Through Telework and Telecommuting  you and your employees will see a great improvement in your performance and well-being. By mastering these techniques, teleworkers can enjoy the benefits of flexible schedules, reduced commutes, and increased cost savings while maintaining productivity and success.

10+

Hours

62

Lectures

$40

Price

WHAT TO EXPECT

Learning Objectives

  • Know the skills required for working outside the office
  • Learn keys to proper self-management
  • Learn ways to manage time efficiently
  • Know different methods of organization and planning
  • dentify various forms of communication and their proper use
  • Address and resolve challenges that teleworkers can face

Course Outline

Module One: Core Skills Required

  • Self-Management
  • Time Management
  • Organizing and Planning
  • Communication
  • Case Study
  • Module One: Review Questions

Module Two: 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 Two: Review Questions

Module Three: 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 Three: Review Questions

Module Four: 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 Four: Review Questions

Module Five: 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 five: Review Questions

Module Six: Organization and Planning (I)

  • Plan for Additional Stress
  • When to Seek Help
  • Being Proactive, not Reactive
  • Establish Priorities and Attainable Goals
  • Case Study
  • Module Six: Review Questions

Module Seven: 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 Seven: Review Questions

Module Eight: Communication (I)

  • Stay in the Loop
  • Use the Correct Medium
  • Be Clear and To the Point
  • Virtual Communication Can Be Impersonal
  • Case Study
  • Module Eight: Review Questions

Module Nine: Communication (II)

  • Open and Frequent Communication
  • Share Your Information
  • Have a Collaborative Attitude
  • Setting Expectations with Family and Friends
  • Case Study
  • Module Nine: Review Questions

Module Ten: Additional Challenges

  • Building Trust and Rapport
  •  Feeling Isolated
  • Always in the Office
  • Lack of or Less Feedback
  • Case Study
  • Module Ten: Review Questions

Assessment