So I recently proposed a "Flex Schedule" to my boss for the folks that work for me. As a result of this suggestion I've been asked to write a proposal to justify it so that it can be approved by the prez of the company.
"What?!?!?!? Me just saying it isn't enough for you?"
So while generating this proposal I decided to seek some help from the Google Wizards and see what they had to offer. Here's something I found that may inspire some of you if you decide to have this conversation with your superiors. As for the video that follows...this is what happens when you do a search for "Firefly + Jane + Bendy".
It's not called Random Thoughts from a Spaz for nuthin...
Courtesy of lifemeetswork.com
Proposing a Flex Schedule
Show careful consideration and foresight when crafting a flexible work proposal. Your boss needs assurances that the work will be accomplished on time, without negative impacts on your coworkers or clients.
Win your boss’s confidence by addressing these key considerations:
When & Where
* What type(s) of flexible work arrangements(s) are you interested in?
* How long do you plan to work the arrangement(s)?
* What hours and days are you proposing to work and from what location(s)?
* Outline the basics. Acknowledge that your company has the right to rescind flex-work benefits at any time, but ask for appropriate notice if you’ll need to make alternate childcare arrangements.
Availability
* Are there specific hours that you must be present to accomplish your responsibilities?
* Will you be able to continue to meet deadlines and be available for critical situations?
* Will you make arrangements to be on-site for critical deadlines?
* Show that your proposed flexible option can accommodate these responsibilities. Develop a plan for work emergencies with backups such as drop-in childcare, family assistance, and/or teleconferencing.
Impact on Coworkers & Clients
* How will communication with your team, co-workers, managers, and customers differ once you are on a flexible schedule?
* Who will be most impacted by this flexible schedule?
* Is there a possibility of job-sharing for tasks need to be performed on-site?
* List benefits and challenges of this new arrangement as they impact your internal and external customers, employees, co-workers, manager and company. Will you be more productive without workplace disruptions? Will availability increase without a long daily commute? Show a plan for addressing the challenges or demonstrate that they benefits outweigh any negatives.
Connectivity
* Do you have the equipment/technology to work off-site?
* Are you willing to invest in new equipment?
* Are you looking for your employer to reimburse expenses?
* Many companies will ask remote employees to provide their own computer, high-speed Internet access, and phone line. These are already fairly common in American households, and some employers feel that providing this equipment would be akin to subsidizing your personal technology.
If you will be working remotely full-time, you can expect the company to supply a computer, the same as if you were working in the office.
Consider data security, information backup, and access to company data as well. Ensure security and backups by working directly through the company server, provided your company has a VPN (virtual private network). Alternately, you could access your desktop remotely with a subscription tool like GoToMyPC.
Performance
* Can you complete all of your current job responsibilities while working a flexible schedule?
* How is productivity guaranteed?
* How and when will you and your manager assess the effectiveness of your arrangements?
* Identify several key performance indicator areas and set up a frequent review process, starting with 30, 60 and 90 day reviews.
Document your plan in a thorough proposal that addresses each of these considerations. Give your boss confidence that you can be successful and you’ll be more likely to get a ‘yes!’
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