Teleworking
work from home
Ah, to work from home. We’ve all dreamed of it. Now, it’s finally happening. Technology now offers a new way to go to work — through your computer and phone lines. Today more than 11 million Americans are telecommuters — they work outside of the office one or more days a week. With issues with productivity, overhead costs, child care, the environment, and personal time, more and more people are opting to work out of their homes to benefit themselves, their employers, and the community.
Benefits to Employees
- No commute time
- Less stress
- Saves money on parking, lunches, and wardrobe
- Flexible schedule
- Improved quality of life
Benefits to Employers
- Higher employee productivity
- Savings in real estate costs due to a reduced need for office space and parking
- Decreases employees stress
- Fewer sick days
Benefits to the Community
- Reduces traffic congestion and air pollution
- Gives employees more time to volunteer within the community
- Serves as a deterrent to neighborhood crime
To find out more about teleworking in Virginia, visit Telework!VA (www.teleworkva.org) or you may contact Jeffrey Fykes.
