Re: theWatt Podcast 77

Hi there...been listening for about 6 months now. Love the show.
Wanted to share some of my thoughts on telecommuting in the US.

I recently was hired by a rather large networking firm. I came in with a group of
about 4-5 other new hires. In general, telecommuting has never been
given a firm thumbs up/down by anyone. There is general ambiguity
about its acceptance. Sure, the company has promoted itself as green,
and proudly boasts of its commitment to telecommuting and such. But
there is no affirmation from lower-level management - where it really
counts.

Experienced co-workers (1+ years of experience) often hint that working
from home for a new hire does not set a good image. I've heard several
passing jokes linking someone working from home to "vacation" time.
There is this unspoken of taboo, and frankly I find this
nerve-wrecking.

I sincerely wish companies would walk the walk before talking the
talk, as the saying goes. Make a firm commitment, yes/no to
telecommuting (preferably yes), and stick with it.

kt