Telework Week: Cash Rewards for Working From Home
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could skip the morning commute and dive straight into your day? Well, with telework, it’s possible!
Join Georgia Commute Options (GCO) for their eighth annual Georgia Telework Week, November 18-22. Explore the benefits of eliminating your commute to and from work.
Teleworking can boost your productivity, improve health and wellness by lowering stress levels, improve work life balance and save money for employees and employers alike. Whether you’re a teleworking novice or an experienced teleworker, here are some helpful tips to keep you on track:
- Set up your environment: Find a quiet space where you can focus. Experts say your workspace should NOT be at your kitchen table or in your bedroom. Ideally, you have a comfortable desk and chair set up.
- Establish office hours: Create a schedule that delineates when you are “at work” and when you are off the clock. Establishing office hours helps separate your work life from your home life.
- Be available: Check in with your manager and co-workers at least once a day. Not only does it let them know you are available, it fosters a healthy working relationship with your team.
- Move around: FEMA suggests standing for your calls and taking necessary breaks helps you stay focused and productive while working remotely.
Those who participate and log their telework days during Telework Week will be entered to win a $50 gift card. Plus, you could be eligible to earn $5 a day, up to $150, for switching from driving alone to teleworking at any time during the year. If you already take a clean commute option, you can start logging your telework days for a chance to win a $25 gift card. Visit GaCommuteOptions.com to find out how.
Teleworking is just one way that you can help drive change in metro Atlanta. By taking part in Georgia Telework Week, you can drive change by skipping the drive altogether.
