For independent recruiters, working from home may be something they’ve done for years; but if you’re an in-house recruiter or new to working independently, working from home may be somewhat of a challenge. So how does a legal recruiter working from home do so effectively and without losing productivity? Below are a few tips:

1. The first step to working from home effectively is to do a self-assessment. Are you able to work independently and stay focused? Or, do you need supervision and someone to hold you accountable? Be honest here, because there are support groups for work-at-home individuals that offer peer support and accountability for those who need it.
2. Make sure you have the right technology at your disposal.  Invest in a computer and internet service that is dependable. A matter of fact, you may want to have a backup internet system for those times that service is disrupted. Also, make sure you have the right type of software that can make your job easier.
3. Setup an effective system for communicating with clients and job candidates. While you don’t need to be in constant contact, clients and job candidates should not feel that your work-at-home situation is barrier to getting in touch with you when needed.
4. If you’re working as in-house recruiter, make sure that you provide your employer with some type of metrics on productivity.  Many employers are not accustomed to employees working from home, so they tend to worry that productivity may decline. Come up with a system to put their fears about productivity to rest.