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Could telecommuting be a career mistake?

On The Job

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, October 14, 2009 Could telecommuting be a career mistake? Those are lessons he says other telecommuters need to take to heart. Working from his Cambridge, Mass.,

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3 Tips to Ensure Remote Workers are Accountable

Office Dynamics

And as Business News Daily notes, allowing employees to telecommute is a great way for business owners to attract talent to their staff. To do this, check out the following tips: Provide Telecommuters with a Smartphone. To do this, check out the following tips: Provide Telecommuters with a Smartphone. Set Clear Expectations.

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Even More Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint in the Office

Eco-Office Gals

As a way to combat or prolong the issue, many organizations have opted to go green by creating more eco-friendly working environments. There is software that can be used to draft documents, store files, and email correspondence electronically eliminating, or at least, reducing the need for physical paper.

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No Opportunities for Career Advancement? Do These 5 Things

All Things Admin

It may help to compare your job description with your administrative procedures binder to highlight how you’re going above and beyond and adding value to your organization. Are things like a flexible schedule, ability to telecommute, additional days off, other company perks, or an off-cycle promotion an option?

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Productivity Nuggets Of The Week (September 11 2010)

Productivity Bits

Get Your Home Office Organized For Increased Productivity – Productivity requires that you organize your work environment. Your ability to organize determines the amount of efficiency that you can put into achieving the productive state. Zen and the Art of File and Folder Organization – This is a must read.

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Green Volunteering Opportunities for Your Small Business

Eco-Office Gals

Not only does it provide assistance for non-profit organizations and individuals who may need your help, but there are studies to support that people tend to want to patron companies that are doing their part to help others. The Green Business Benefits of Telecommuting. Work in or start a community garden.

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Guest Post: Simple Green Office Practices

Eco-Office Gals

Make sure to tell your boss telecommuting is a good way to eliminate cars on the road and can also be very cost effective—one less person in the office means less toilet paper and office supplies will need to be ordered. Believe it or not, there are tons clothes made from organic cotton, wool and hemp-based materials.