37. “Take Your Children to Work” Guidelines

When you're working, you should do so without the distraction of children. However, telecommuting affords you the flexibility to integrate your family and your work on rare occasions. At the same time, it's important that you manage your balance between work and family so that you devote a reasonable amount of time to each of these important priorities in your life. When there does need to be some overlap, there are some creative techniques for incorporating children into your office so that it's a happy experience for all concerned. Additionally, familiarizing your children with your office and your work can minimize any resentment they may feel toward your work and enhance their understanding of ...

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