Definition of Telework
Telework, just like any other form of work, requires a certain amount of time and energy. But unlike traditional jobs, telework can be done from almost anywhere. There are many names for telework including virtual office, home office and contractor.
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Characteristics
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No one can truly say one person would be better than another when it comes to telework. What can be said is that a teleworker needs to be self-motivated, committed and have the time to get the work done in their preferred surroundings.
Equipment
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The equipment needed will depend on the work to be done. Traditional offices have copiers, fax machines and other equipment that virtual workers may not need or at least not frequently. The only pieces of equipment most teleworkers need on a regular basis are a computer, internet connection and a phone. Some teleworkers may need a printer, fax machine or other specialized equipment. The needs of each teleworker are different just as each tele-job is different.
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Environment
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Teleworkers work wherever they want. From home offices to internet cafés, coffee shops to hotel room. So long as the worker's computer works, so do they.
Terms
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Not all teleworkers are contractors. Companies around the world understand that some people work best in their own surroundings. It is up to each company to determine if it will allow teleworking, and under what conditions.
Contractors
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Not all contractors are teleworkers. In fact, a great majority of contract workers work onsite. (To work onsite means that you work at the company you are contracted to work for.)
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