Many telework employees suffer the wrath of their colleagues, and regularly hear that they are not really working and that they are favored. In other words, they have to manage the jealousy of their colleagues who are not teleworking, which deteriorates relations. In general, this problem is not encountered if all the employees of the company are teleworking. You must earn the trust of your colleagues by proving to them that you are productive, efficient and in good faith. The trick is also to be available for them if they have a question or encounter a difficulty. A team must help each other... Do not escape this rule under the pretext that you are at home.
To best manage relations with your employer and your colleagues, you must create a sharing environment. To achieve this in telework, it is essential to have the appropriate tools at your disposal. The first is an instant messaging tool. Skype is the most popular and the most effective. It allows you to chat or call for free in France and abroad. Skype also offers many very practical features for teamwork, such as group chat, screen or file sharing. If your computer is equipped with a webcam, you can make videoconferences, ideal for maintaining the link with your collaborators. You also need task management tools and knowledge management tools. The last essential tools are file sharing, such as Dropbox and Google Drive. If your business requires regularly sending large files, consider using WeTransfer.
Working remotely requires rigor and professionalism. You must be organized and always distinguish between personal and professional life. You must also be aware that you will certainly have to work much more than the periods in the company. It is essential to prove yourself, so do not skimp on the means in the first times. You must be responsible in your work towards your employer and your colleagues. It is always advisable at the beginning to do only one or two days of teleworking in the week, especially if you have been working for the company for a few years. Do not hesitate to involve your colleagues in your projects and to solicit them… In any case, be careful not to feel the feeling of isolation common to many people working from home.
