Tag: telecommuting

Marissa Mayer and Yahoo’s telecommuting policy: Right motivation, wrong execution

by Chris Yeh

When Yahoo! hired Marissa Mayer, I supported the move, believing that the board needed to shake things up, and that given the dismal state of the business, Mayer was probably a better candidate than they could ever have expected to attract.  I also supported the move on Mayer’s part; she wasn’t ever going to become … Continue reading Marissa Mayer and Yahoo’s telecommuting policy: Right motivation, wrong execution

Working From Home Sucks

by Chris Yeh

While numerous studies keep coming out that show that telecommuters are more productive, my experience this week has been far less positive. Last Friday, I received some painful treatments for a foot ailment (don’t worry loyal readers, nothing serious or permanent…just painful and disgusting). The doctor warned me that I would be out of commission … Continue reading Working From Home Sucks