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[quote=Anonymous]I don't think this is a question of feminism, or only in a tangential way.  Reasonable telework policies can benefit everyone and shouldn't be limited to those with kids.  I've had staff use telework to deal with new pets, a long-distance marriage, and just cause they work better at home sometimes.  But I do think that there should be clear rules on who can use them and how often.  I have seen both the good and bad -- all from guys without kids BTW.

I think employees should have some decent time in the office under their belt before allowed too much telework.  6 mo to a year would be my minimum to allow for the supervisors to get a good feel of how it would work.

Availability during the time at home is key.  We have VPN and an internal IM system and those who telework works well with are on (I can see them on the IM) most of the day, and answer IMs/emails/phone calls promptly.  When it hasn't worked, you don't know where they are or what they are doing.

The downside to telework is unit cohesion.  It is important to address this and make sure the telework isn't a cause.  Reassess after some time to see if things are working well.

With kids, the one difference is that for regular telework (not just the home with sick kid kind), childcare arrangements are important and should be discussed.[/quote]

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