To mark the one week countdown before Canada’s Unofficial Work From Home Day, Workopolis today reveals the results of a new survey showing overwhelming support for the campaign which first got the attention of the Canadian Parliament last November. Given all the benefits associated with teleworking, nine in ten (88 per cent) of Canadian workers agree there should be government support for a nationally recognized day, with over half (52 per cent) strongly agreeing.

Via CNW

Teleworkers are more productive, better focused, and still have more time to spend with their families and doing civic work. Studies have shown this, and even people who are skeptical often change their mind when they try it themselves.

Via The Huffington Post

These days it’s not uncommon to walk into an office and see more empty desks than workers. For some companies, it’s a result of the ugly economy, but for others, it’s the result of increased telecommuting, thanks to advances in mobility-enabling technology and a lot of inclement weather.

Via CTO Edge

Businesses that wish to improve staff turnover rates should consider allowing employees to work from home, it has been claimed.

Via UK Net Guide.

Launching or expanding an at-home worker, i.e. telework program should be on everyone’s wish list. The array of reasons including cost savings/productivity gain—up to $20,000 per employee/year reports the Telework Coalition—ability to attract and keep the best and brightest regardless of location or mobility, unparalleled flexibility and business continuity/disaster recovery.

Via TMCnet.com.

As more businesses move online and more jobs come into existence based upon these moves, it’s not a surprise that the number of people working from their home office is rising. Brick-and-mortar retail, office space facilities, and social network enthusiasts may not like it, but online and at home seems to be the place to be. Will it last?

Via Fast Company.

Eileen Dooley has been working from home for two years now – one of the growing ranks of Calgarians and Canadians who are trading in their office space.

Via Calgary Herald.

With winter fast approaching, small-business owners might want to think about letting workers telecommute rather than contend with snow, sleet and ice during dangerous storms. And they might think about letting workers telecommute long term, as well.

Via The Columbus Dispatch.

Almost half of Australia’s IT workers would take a pay cut if they could work from home. And around two in five would also take lower pay in return for flexible working hours, extra holidays or a better office location.

Via iTWire.

Some day, I will become senior enough to work when I want, where I want.” Or perhaps, “I will retire from the 10-8 routine and work flexible hours.” Telecommuting or working from home is every manager’s dream; achieving work-life balance the ultimate goal.

Via livemint.com