building Blocks

1. WFH Friendly

Is your organization truly open to employees working from home?

Sample Items

People who work from home part-time can still move up in this organization

I can routinely work from home — at least a couple days each week — without losing my job

My manager is likely to say yes if I ask to work from home 

Working from home is part of our business or organizational strategy

Around here you can work from home, at least part-time, without people questioning your commitment

2. Remote Management

Do managers still manage when employees work from home?

Sample Items

When I'm away from the office ...

My manager stays informed about what I'm working on

My manager gives me useful feedback or guidance

I find it easy to show what I'm accomplishing 

My manager and I communicate at least once a day

3. Manager Confidence

Will managers allow employees to work independently?

Sample Items:

My manager trusts me to work independently

I feel supported and empowered by my manager

I have earned my manager's confidence

I’ve had a chance to prove myself in this role

4. Focus on Objectives

Does the culture reward productivity and not just activity?

Sample Items

I am evaluated based upon what I accomplish

In our team, what matters is what you get done and how well you do it

We focus on productivity and quality, not just hours of work

Our team works towards clear goals, focused on staying productive

Our team focuses on excellence, not just hours on the job

5. Job Fit

Are employees in jobs that are appropriate for telecommuting?

Sample Items

My colleagues or teammates don't need me to be around every day

I can often be away from customers and still do my job

I have the kind of job that can be done at home at least a couple days each week

I don't always need to be at the workplace to do my work

6. Home Fit

Does the employee have the right tools and environment for working at home?

Sample Items

I have a good place at home where I can avoid distractions and concentrate

When I work at home, people around me know not to disrupt me

At home, I have quick access to the information I need

I have access to reliable video conferencing from home

I can work from home without compromising information security or privacy

7. Personal Fit

Do employees have the work habits to work from home?

Sample Items

I like to plan out my day or week

I have clear goals for what I will accomplish today

I am energized and motivated by deadlines

I have a routine when working from home

I’m good at blocking out distractions while I work

8. Commute Stress

Are employees motivated to skip their commute?

Sample Items

My commute is often stressful

My commute feels like a waste of time and money

I would consider changing jobs to shorten my commute

I need to work from home, at least part time, for personal reasons

9. WFH Attraction

Do employees want to work from home?

Sample Items

I value the freedom to work at home when possible

I often get more done when working at home

I enjoy working from home

I am less stressed when working from home

10. Job Engagement

Are employees satisfied and invested in their jobs?

Sample Items

Overall, I am happy in my current job

I envision staying in this organization for the rest of my career

I like working for this organization

I would recommend this organization to other people like me

This is a great place to work

I enjoy my work

11. Days Working from Home

How often do employees work from home?

Recent: Number of days that employee worked from home last week
Typical: Number of days, each week, that employee works from home, on average
Desired: Number of days employee would like to work at home, each week

WFH Mapping

The results are designed to pinpoint areas of obstacles and opportunities in helping employees to work productively from home

To advance this initiative, we’re offering a standard mapping process for $1,950 (up to 500 respondents and four departments). This is a productized data collection and reporting process.

A custom mapping service is also available, allowing for unique content, an analysis by your organization’s functions, departments and locations, and a full debrief for HR, facilities management, and other executives.

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