TEXTO:
Business Home work
Advances in technology are leading a
growing number of people to opt out
of the office, preferring instead to set up
business from home. Aaron Hicklin takes
a look at the advantages and
disadvantages of teleworking...
Teleworking belongs to the nineties, like mobile
phones and the Internet. The revolution may be slow
in coming, but as computers and telecommunications
release us from the tyranny of the office, more and more
[5] of us are discovering alternative working patterns. [...]
FLEXIBILITY: Teleworking is not suitable for
everyone, and many companies remain suspicious of
employees who would rather work in the comfort of
their homes. But research shows that those who are
[10] self-disciplined enough to maintain a routine of their
own can be more productive than their office-bound
counterparts. Nevertheless, to be successful, flexibility
is essencial, as is time management and the self
confidence to work without the stimulus of others around
[15] you. Many people find a happy compromise by dividing
their week between home and the office.
There are problems, of course. Working away from
your colleagues can be a lonely experience, and getting
away from distractions at the office may turn out to be
[20] a false advantage. Having escaped the telephones
an chatter, you may find yourself contending with a
neighbour’s lawnmower or a crying baby across the
street. If you have children of your own you will have
to ensure they do not end up dominating your working
[25] time.
Naturally, some careers are more suited to home
work than others. Sales and marketing, accountancy,
consultancy work, journalism, design and architecture
are obvious areas, but the possibilities are growing
[30] as technology reduces the need for large offices. Of
course, it’s no use setting up shop in the sitting room,
or balancing the lap top on the corner or your bed, but
if can hive off part of the house strictly for work you
will have overcome the principal hurdles to working from
[35] home.
“Whether we like it or not, things are going to have to
change,” says Roy Guthrie, chairman of the Telecentre,
Telework, Telecottagers Association who lives in
Grangemouth. “Many local authorities are making motor
access increasingly difficult and expensive, so we really
have to start thinking about the future.”
HICKLIN, Aaron. Home work. Horizons. Edinburg: Scot Rail, n. 20, p. 22-3, s.d.
“ ‘Whether we like it or not, things are going to have to change’ ” (l. 36-37)
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