About
After working for five years in a typical American office environment, I began telecommuting full time in early 2006. Since that time, I’ve worked a few different types of telecommuting jobs. I transitioned my day job from a normal office job to going to my regular office but working remotely for a different division, to working from home in the same town as my office, to finally living where I wanted to and working from home 1000 miles from my office. In July of 2008 I added a freelance telecommuting job to the mix. Obviously, I also do quasi-telecommuting work writing for my own blogs (Richer by the Day and The Telecommuter Manifesto) as well.
With all of these different types of job situations, I have unique insight into many aspects of telecommuting. The fact that I’ve been able to keep my corporate job for many years as a full time telecommuter tells me that I must be doing something right. I hope that you find the information presented here to be useful. Hopefully those who telecommute will be able to enjoy the experience even more by following the tips and tricks discussed and those who have yet to take the leap will be inspired to join our ranks.
Despite the political sounding name of this blog, my intent is not to make a political statement, urge an overthrow of traditional corporate culture, or try to sell you on the idea of telecommuting. Rather, I hope that my experiences and insights help you to become a more informed worker, better able to decide whether or not telecommuting is a good fit for you and your career.
Telecommuting means different things to different people, but for those who make it work, it can be an integral part of a highly productive and fulfilling career. Thanks for joining me at The Telecommuter Manifesto!
