WHAT'S THE BIG IDEA? TELEWORKING

摘要

This quaint term conjures images of people sitting in their home office, black Bakelite phone and Gant charts at their elbows. If the label is stuck in the past the practice isn't, for, with all the information-age kit available, 'working from home' is now much easier and more efficient and pleasant than ever before. Though that does depend on where and how you live. The office remains a refuge from the crying baby or unemployed partner. The home may be cluttered enough without you having to dedicate space to your employer without getting a penny of the savings back. And without the threat of scrutiny, your weak will may succumb to irrelevant surfing, household chores, or, worst of all, daytime telly.