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IBM Cuts Telecommuting and the Paradox of Place

Small Business Labs

Those who have been telecommuting have the choice of moving or leaving the company. IBM, of course, isn't the only well known example of a company reducing or eliminating telecommuting. Yahoo rather famously did this several years ago and Google and Apple have always tried to limit telecommuting.

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How to Successfully Manage Remote Employees

Office Dynamics

government have found that allowing employees to telecommute, when done correctly, can increase employee productivity and satisfaction, reduce costs for the company, reduce employee turnover and allow access to a larger talent pool. Conversely, other companies like Yahoo! For up to ten people, Google Hangouts or Skype work great.

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Why Having Talent Isn't Always Enough

On The Job

But then one day LeBron James shows up and offers to play for the team. But then let’s imagine James begins to show up late for games. Reports were that Yahoo employees working from home were spending much of their time and energies launching their own enterprises. That’s a no-brainer, right? and get out of the way.

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Working From Home Basics

The Small Business Blog

Working From Home Basics by Stefan Töpfer on Jun 02, 2010 I am very quick to promote working from home; whether you are self-employed, a freelancer or telecommute, I believe that working from home can be the lifeline that many small businesses need. Make sure that when you have finished for the day you don’t end up returning to work.

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