How to work from home forever

It’s time to speak up if you want your employer to let you keep working remotely, “because policies are being crafted right now,” said Rachel Schnalzer in the Los Angeles Times. You have to make your wishes known to have a chance that they’ll be granted, but back up your request with a detailed proposal that highlights past successes, shows how you’ll continue being effective, and addresses concerns such as how you’ll handle meetings. Don’t just make a personal case; show how your working remotely can help the business. You may be turned down, so “be prepared to hear no.” At that point, you can suggest parttime remote as a compromise, or just keep performing and ask again in a few months.