Telecommuters are less likely to get promoted than peers who head into the office every day, according to a global survey of 1,300 executives by Los Angeles-based executive search firm Korn/Ferry International, released January 2007.

Almost everywhere part-time employees have the same statutory employment rights as other employees, but despite similar benefits are the promotions coming their way? Not for many and for those who are in the manager's good books the struggle for a promotion is much more as compared to a full-time employee, even though the part-time worker may be more productive.

Many telecommuters and flexible work hours workers report increased productivity and reduced stressed there have been various evidences of telecommuters being discriminated for promotions. They are low on the radar screen for the management but being a diligent telecommuter may help you overcome this hurdle.

Some tips for telecommuters and part-time workers:

When you opt to work part-time and also get a job that matches your priorities and requirement, keep in mind that even though you are working part-time don't let it get in your way from accepting challenging responsibilities.

Often times those working part-time have complaints against management that they are discriminated when the question of promotions and profit-sharing come up. It is not often on how many hours you work but on the quality and efficiency of your work that the promotions should be based on and most often are. You must develop the drive or have a knack for working smarter and efficiently in those hours that you have. Parkinson's Law states that "work expands so as to fill the time available for its completion", what a full time worker can do in 8 hours you can very well do in 6 hours. It does not mean that you take up more responsibilities that you can possibly perform in the 4-6 hours work day, but don't shy away from challenging projects just because you are working part-time.

Your attitude and efficiency towards your work will help you in future returns as rewards and promotions. And yes, don't forget to ask for you, as I always say you get what you ask for.

Article by Shweta L. Khare, founder and president of Careerbright and Speakbright and courtesy of Careerbright blogspot