Other Internet websites also offering this kind of information were investigated. Information on the pros and cons was given by a telecommuting employee who experiences these positive and negative effects with his job.RESULTS OF THE STUDYThe findings of our research will be presented in four main categories: 1) advantages for employees, 2) disadvantages for employees, 3) advantages for employers, and 4) disadvantages for employers.Advantages for EmployeesThe advantages of telecommuting in today’s work force include setting one’s own hours, having less/no childcare expenses, and reducing stress. Setting Own HoursThe main benefit to employees is the convenience of setting their own hours. People that telecommute can work whenever they want, just as long as they get their workload done. Setting their own hours can be very effective, but they cannot take advantage of this benefit. Some people may be more productive or creative at night or other times that the office would not be open. By telecommuting, people can take advantage of their most productive time by doing their work at that time (ISDN Zone 2). Having Less/No Childcare ExpensesTelecommuting is very convenient for people with children because they can be at home with their children while working, which eliminates the cost of hiring a babysitter. They can stay at home and raise their children while they work. This aspect of telecommuting has helped many successful women that would usually have to quit or leave their jobs because of childcare. Another benefit is that they will not have to take time off from work or ask their bosses for permission to leave work to attend their kids’ events. Sometimes telecommuters can get their workloads done before the due date, and this will give them some free time to spend with their families or on their own (ISDN Zone 3).Reducing StressTelecommuting also eliminates stress and time of driving to and from work everyda...
