![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE0NjE4ODA1.jpg)
IBM Social Business43![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjI1OTExNTQ5.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjI1OTExNTQ5.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjI1OTExNTQ5.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjI0MDAzNzE2NDc.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE0NDQ4ODky.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjIyNzczMzEz.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjYzMzI4NzY4NA.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE0NDQ4ODky.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjIyNjkxMTU5ODQ.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE0NDQ4ODky.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE3Mzg2OTY2.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjMzNzgyNTI0OA.png)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjYzMzI4NzY4NA.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjI0MDAzNzE2NDc.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjIyNjkxMTU5ODQ.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjEzODQzNTA0NQ.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE0NDQ4ODky.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjYzMzI4NzY4NA.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE4OTEyNjgx.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjExMTY1NzEyMg.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/3662750939/0d239c397e060855d7552e1e4305945c_normal.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE3Mzg2OTY2.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE4OTEyNjgx.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjI0MDAzNzE2NDc.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjIyNjkxMTU5ODQ.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5NzQ3MTMy.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE3Mzg2OTY2.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5NzQ3MTMy.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjEzODQzNTA0NQ.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5NzQ3MTMy.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE4OTEyNjgx.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE4OTEyNjgx.jpeg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5NzQ3MTMy.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5NzQ3MTMy.jpg)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5NzQ3MTMy.jpg)
Q4: With the emergence of technology and social platforms, do you feel less or more productive working remotely in an environment of your choice? #NewWayToWork http://www.via-cc.at...
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjI1OTExNTQ5.jpeg)
Cheryl K. Burgess
A4. According to the last census data, the telecommuting workforce increased 80% from 2005 to 2012, even as the total workforce declined. http://globalworkpla...
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
Mark Burgess
A4 All workers need to connect with their peers whether in person or remotely -- the social tools exist to bond a remote workforce
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjI1OTExNTQ5.jpeg)
Cheryl K. Burgess
A4. Habit is a slippery slope, 6a.m. alarm, office coffee. BUT when you work at home you choose your own adventure – world is open to you.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
Mark Burgess
@IBMSociaA4 The freedom associated with work-and-life balance makes working remotely a wonderful choicelBiz
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjI1OTExNTQ5.jpeg)
Cheryl K. Burgess
A4. Working From Home Is Awesome—If You Do It Right. Working from home is not for everyone.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjI0MDAzNzE2NDc.jpeg)
Cheya Cunanan
A4 Definitely more productive. The difference is significant as I also feel more fulfilled.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
Mark Burgess
A4 A “happy” employee is motivated to succeed -- an unhappy one :( is not
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
Mark Burgess
A4 The key word is “choice” -- @socialemployees are versatile and productivity will follow
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE0NDQ4ODky.jpg)
Bill Wentworth
A4: I am much more productive and happier when I work remotely. The company gets more out of me.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
Athar Afzal
A4 - working remotely & only having to go into the office, tradeshows, events, seminars I would say is the perfect WORK LIFE balance. Working only in office or home is not a balance :)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjIyNzczMzEz.jpg)
Rebecca Wissinger
new tech saves time & social tools enable collaboration, def more productive.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
Mark Burgess
@bwentwor Nice answer -- agree!
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
Athar Afzal
@mnburgess and Mark I think key is for a manager to know how to make it 'happier' for the employee - how to inspire them to make the most of their opportunities.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
Mark Burgess
@atharafzal Nice point on balance!
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjYzMzI4NzY4NA.jpg)
Brian Fanzo
If technology adds steps or makes things less productive the technology might not be the problem... its more than likely a culture and people problem!
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
Mark Burgess
@rjwissin Yes, the tech makes the diff -- the enabler
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
Athar Afzal
@bwentwor you raise a valid point - at the end of the day - to each their own - let employees work where they see themselves most effective!
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE0NDQ4ODky.jpg)
Bill Wentworth
I can understand, however, if your team is co-located then remote might cut into collaboration of face-to-face
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
Athar Afzal
@mnburgess Thank you - much appreciated on your compliment :)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
Mark Burgess
@iSocialFanz It's about creating a social culture
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjIyNjkxMTU5ODQ.jpeg)
Daniel Davis
Nice post on this subject from @joelcomm : http://ibm.co/1zLDJZ...
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE0NDQ4ODky.jpg)
Bill Wentworth
Letting employees work remotely shows trust between the employee and the manager.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE3Mzg2OTY2.jpeg)
John Ridgeway
more productive.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
Mark Burgess
When we're happy -- we're more productive
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
Athar Afzal
@iSocialFanz or the fact the person is on the wrong seat - and need to have another position/job responsibilities/role, etc.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjMzNzgyNTI0OA.png)
Jacqueline Saenz
Just heard a great quote earlier today from #SMTLive webinar: "Empowering the employee rather than the technology". Trust employees to make the decision!
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjYzMzI4NzY4NA.jpg)
Brian Fanzo
Do Brands and Leaders care about their employees Quality of Life? If so they must trust and provide flexibility in the workplace !
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjI0MDAzNzE2NDc.jpeg)
Cheya Cunanan
A4 Im sure I was also productive when was working in the ofc, but working remotely makes me feel like I have the trust of my employer, and so I end up doing much more than what is expected.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjIyNjkxMTU5ODQ.jpeg)
Daniel Davis
@atharafzal Working from home almost all the time, I look forward to events where I get to see my co-workers in person! (But that's just b/c I like my co-workers.)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjEzODQzNTA0NQ.jpg)
Matt Morrison
As a remote employee, social media has been key for me in my sales and now marketing role. I am better connected to coworkers in far away lands
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE0NDQ4ODky.jpg)
Bill Wentworth
As long as I have a @Starbucks drink on my desk at the remote location, I am good. ;-) I really need to buy stock...
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjYzMzI4NzY4NA.jpg)
Brian Fanzo
@jacq6says Thanks Jacqueline I think that was from me on the #SMTlive webinar :)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE4OTEyNjgx.jpeg)
Lisa_Koren
A4: Both, to be brutally honest. But it has to do with too much incoming data simultaneously vs being able to focus
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjExMTY1NzEyMg.jpg)
Wayne Hendry
A4) I prefer a mix as some tasks (writing) require less interaction and others require collaboration,
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
Athar Afzal
@danielkdtwt haha - good one - I can say for sure when u work from home - you REALLY value your co-workers even more! :)
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/3662750939/0d239c397e060855d7552e1e4305945c_normal.jpeg)
Molly Lawton
Definitely more productive, without the distractions commonly found in the workplace. However, it makes impromptu collaborating difficult.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE3Mzg2OTY2.jpeg)
John Ridgeway
@rjwissin you just need to know when to power-down or are we all 24/7?
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE4OTEyNjgx.jpeg)
Lisa_Koren
@Korenlis MY comment applies to any work setting; remote or office. No difference.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE1MzY0OTU5.jpeg)
Mark Burgess
The "incoming" a challenge indeed
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
Athar Afzal
@MattRMorrison yes & we have each other as evidence that we started our relationship & keep it going only because of social media :)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjI0MDAzNzE2NDc.jpeg)
Cheya Cunanan
There are also employees who work better in an ofc environment where there's physical collaboration.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjIyNjkxMTU5ODQ.jpeg)
Daniel Davis
@JohnRidgeway @rjwissin 24/7 is bad! You need to know when to power down and take time for yourself.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5NzQ3MTMy.jpg)
Jeff Frick
@Korenlis > And has the presumed response timing reduce to unreasonable?
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE3Mzg2OTY2.jpeg)
John Ridgeway
Agree @iSocialFanz Good point.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5NzQ3MTMy.jpg)
Jeff Frick
@Korenlis > The other challenge, is the multi channel aspect, text, IM, email, DM, Tweets, voicemail, etc. Tough to monitor all
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjEzODQzNTA0NQ.jpg)
Matt Morrison
@atharafzal When I travel to sales events/training it's like "This is your Life" where connecting in person is the final piece to the puzzle. I love starting social then moving to personal #NewWayToWork
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5NzQ3MTMy.jpg)
Jeff Frick
@rjwissin > I've moved so many docs and spreadsheets from word/excel to shared google docs
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE4OTEyNjgx.jpeg)
Lisa_Koren
@JeffFrick Bordering on absurd.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5Nzk5NjI5Ng.jpg)
Athar Afzal
@MattRMorrison yes so do I - it's surprising how many ppl I end up tweeting at events & I get asked - "hey are you in the room, maybe we can grab coffee", then I know my tweeting has gone so far! :)
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE4OTEyNjgx.jpeg)
Lisa_Koren
@JeffFrick Yes, all expected to be done near simultaneously.
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5NzQ3MTMy.jpg)
Jeff Frick
@Korenlis > and that's a problem
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5NzQ3MTMy.jpg)
Jeff Frick
@jacq6says ? we had a fantastic interview on this very topic. You hired them because of who they are, don't remove that when they start.
http://www.youtube.c...
http://www.youtube.c...
![](https://crowdspotsimages.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/profile-images/dXNlcjp0d2l0dGVyOjE5NzQ3MTMy.jpg)
Jeff Frick
@ckburgess > And depends if school's in session ... ;-)