telecommuting

__Telecommuting__
Telecommuting and telework are synonyms for the use of telecommunication to work outside the traditional office or workplace, usually at home or in a mobile situation.
 * Telecommuting** is a work arrangement in which employees enjoy flexibility in working location and hours.

//According to one study, telecommuting has been growing at 15% a year since 1990 in North America. 80% of Fortune 1000 companies are likely to introduce it within the next two to three years. Although work at the company premises is not likely to disappear, new forms of telecommunication such as voice and picture communication and groupware are likely to make telecommuting more social in the future.// [|Click Here for Link]

Work-at-home and telecommuting scams are common. Some of these job offers are scams appealing to a "get rich quick" audience but in fact require an investment up front with no pay off at the end. The problem is so pervasive that in 2006 the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) established Project False Hopes, a federal and state law enforcement sweep that targets bogus business opportunity and work at home scams. The crackdown involved more than 100 law enforcement actions by the FTC, the Department of Justice, the United States Postal Inspection Service, and law enforcement agencies in 11 states. In four of the new FTC cases alone, consumers lost more than $30 million. “Bogus business opportunities trample on Americans’ dreams of financial independence,” said FTC Chairman Deborah Platt Majoras. "If a business opportunity promises no risk, little effort, and big profits, it almost certainly is a scam. These scams offer only a money pit, where no matter how much time and money is invested, consumers never achieve the riches and financial freedom promised.
 * //__At Home Telecommuting__// **

**Completely Remote, Virtual**
> > //Examples of virtual positions// are research, customer service, transcription and coding, web design, writing, online tutoring and phone sales. It can be difficult to locate telecommuting jobs in these industries because you will be working with people you have never met and trust issues are likely to arise as a result. Plus, the competition is strong is these areas. Your resume must be top-notch to land one of these positions.
 * A remote or virtual telecommuting position allows you to work 100 percent online. You would apply for the job online and forward any required testing information through this medium as well. You might also be required to do a phone interview. However, you never get to physically meet your employer or customer; you would transmit all your completed work via email or through a network. A solid working knowledge of computers is a must when performing a virtual telecommuting job.


 * Part-Home Position**
 * There are telecommuting jobs that may also require you to leave your home to fulfill other areas of your job. Though you may never physically meet your employer and co-workers or visit the office, you may need to visit other establishments for work-related issues. This type of telecommuting position is ideal for someone who values their freedom, preferring not to be confined all day at the office or at home. Examples of these positions include consulting, mobile notarizing, estimating, probate research, investigating, merchandising, social work or insurance appraising.


 * Rare Appearance**
 * As a telecommuter, your job may require that you check in to the office every now and then. For example, in sales you might need to undergo onsite training for a new product, or you may be required to attend weekly, monthly or yearly conferences. Since you are not physically always on the premises, your employer may question your value at times. Therefore, you must frequently prove yourself to him. Occasional appearance jobs include consulting, high-end sales, recruiting, medical, legal and insurance.

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 * Local Candidates Only**
 * Local candidates only telecommuting means that an employer bases a large portion of his hiring decision on the fact that you are easily accessible. This could be her preference or because your assignments will need to be picked up by you. Your completed assignment needs to be delivered physically as well. Examples of local candidates only positions include sewing or craftwork, data entry, clerical, transcription and babysitting.