Remote Work Assessment Template

Take this remote work assessment to understand what type of worker you are.

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What Type of Remote Worker are You?

Working from home is perfect for some and challenging for others. The first step towards adapting to it is understanding what type of remote worker you are.

Which of the following is your strongest trait?

Creativity

Independence

Empathy

Order

What is your gut reaction to an upcoming conference call?

Yay! Looking forward to seeing the team

I hope it ends on time, I have exactly 20 minutes for lunch

Great, I'll update the spreadsheet simultaneously and ask Jane about that project

Hmm. I'd prefer to continue working on this task I'm on instead

Your colleague asks you to get on an unscheduled video call to help her with something, how do you react?

Sure! Send me a link

Sorry, can't right now, email me the details and we'll carve out some time later this week

Happily. Is 12:30pm ok? What would you like my help with?

Just working on a couple of things. Free in about 15 minutes time. You?

Which of the following features do you find most helpful in team conference calls?

The mute button

The whiteboard

Breakout rooms

Share screen

Which of these do you find most convenient for video calls?

Slack

Skype

Zoom

Google Meet

How does your calendar look?

It's full of meetings: team meetings, one-on-ones, brainstorm sessions, catch-up calls, etc.

It's meticulously planned to include meetings, errands, and all my tasks

Some meetings and appointments are in there, I remember the rest, or have them written down somewhere

All my scheduled meetings are in there, I use other methods and tools for the rest

Where do you work?

I have an organized workstation that is designed to suit my exact needs

I have a designated workstation but sometimes I work in the kitchen, living-room, or bedroom

I work in a shared office space or in a café. I work better when I'm around people

I can work anywhere, all I need is my laptop

What do you miss most about going to the office?

I don't miss it. Remote work is the best!

The social interaction, brainstorming, eating lunch together

The ability to pop into someone's cubical and get things done on the spot

The structure it gave my day

How do you spend your free time?

With the people I love.

Socialize, read, but available for work if they need me

I meet friends on Sun, Workout Mon - Wed, family time on Thu.

A lot of things, it varies.

What do you find most challenging about working remotely?

No challenge, it's the best setting for me

I miss seeing people

I miss the ability to spontaneously work with someone on something

I miss being able to set clear boundaries

What kind of meetings do you enjoy most?

Catch-up meetings that give me a chance to see how everyone's doing

Brainstorm/Workshop meetings in which we get things done together

Planning meetings in which we prioritize tasks, set deadlines, and organize the week

I don't really enjoy meetings

You are a team player!

You are a great communicator and networker who thrives on collaboration and teamwork. You naturally contribute to team spirit, spur creativity, and offer support to your colleagues.

The potential isolation that can come with working from home may freak you out a little.

Here are some tips to help you settle in to remote work:

Set a daily meeting with your boss and a weekly team meeting.
If you feel lonely during the day, join a virtual workspace, or zoom on mute with a friend while you work.
Remember that some people work better alone and be sensitive to their needs.

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You are a self-starter!

You are a naturally independent worker. You know how to plan your day, prioritize tasks, and get things done without supervision. Remote work is actually perfect for you.

However, you may find yourself facing a few unexpected challenges. For example, you may lose touch with your team, or find it difficult to stop working at the end of the day.

Here are a few tips to help:

Try to define clear boundaries and work-hours with your superiors.
Make sure you join all team meetings. Teamwork contributes to creativity and innovation.
Help your colleagues by sharing the tools and techniques you use to maintain focus and productivity.

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You are a multitasker!

You have your own way of getting things done and it usually includes doing multiple things at once. You're known for your great ideas and love helping others out.

For you remote work is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it gives you the freedom to work the way that's for you. On the other hand, the lack of framework may cause you to take on more than you can handle.

Here are a few tips to help you strike a balance:

Work with a shared task management tool to stay focused and stick to plan.
Set aside some distraction-free time every day, during which you turn off all app notifications and don't take calls or meetings
Don't forget to set aside some time for your personal life. Rest is important.

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You are a perfect planner!

You may not be a natural at remote work but you have developed a great strategy that works for you and maximizes your efficiency. You work according to a tight schedule that you've built for yourself. Every minute of your day is accounted for.

The challenge arises when your schedule is interrupted. You worry that any interruption will throw you off balance.

Here are a few tips to help:

Communicate your need for order with your team.
Schedule in advance whatever is possible and include flexible hours in your work plan taking into account the unexpected.
Be tolerant with your colleagues, they don't mean to interrupt...