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Telemanager Questions

Before you begin working at the Telecenter, you may want to schedule a discussion with your telemanager to cover the following points:

1. Is there a limit to how many days a week I can work at the Telecenter?
2. Can I change the days I telecommute on an "as-needed" basis?
3. Are there specific hours I must work while using the Telecenter?
4. Will I be required to check in with the office a specific number of times a day? When might those times be?
5. Do I need to follow special procedures for reporting my payroll information?
6. Whom do I call if I need assistance?
7. What is the easiest method of communication with peers, staff, and my supervisor?
8. How will expectations be communicated and do I have input into those expectations?
9. How will telecommuting affect my career plans?
10. Because of telecommuting, will I have more performance reviews, fewer reviews, or the same amount?
11. How do I manage conflicts in my work group if I'm not there?
12. If I have equipment problems, whom can I call for assistance?
13. How will my work group communicate with me?
14. If a meeting or deadlines are changed, how will that be communicated to me if I'm telecommuting?
15. Will my compensation be altered or reduced because of telecommuting?
16. Who pays for the equipment, software, and telephone charges I incur at the Telecenter?
17. How will I inform the people I work with that I'm telecommuting?

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