The speed at which information is created and bombards us is triggering a pervasive sense of "information overload", while the proliferation of technology tools - designed to keep us informed connected and accessible - is generating a growing sense of "access overload". This threatens the sense of balance and sanity we so desperately seek and need in our lives. The resulting "wireless tether" keeps us tied to tools and information resources designed to free us and provide greater mobility, while subjecting many to feelings of "work overload". This text explores these phenomena and offers practical solutions for both individuals and organizations.

About the Author

Debra Dinnocenzo is president of ALLearnatives, a learning and development firm specializing in tools, resources and issues associated with alternative work arrangements. Through consulting and training capabilities, the firm emphasizes the human and interpersonal aspects of non-traditional work arrangements. Dinnocenzo is a veteran telecommuting executive and has first-hand experience both working and managing in non-traditional situations. Richard Swegan currently serves as Global Account Manager for Development Dimensions International (DDI) and is a partner in ALLearnatives. In his capacity with DDI, Swegan manages the General Motors account, which is DDI's largest global cllent. He works closely with a wide range of managers and executives and is actively involved in high-level change management initiatives and major assessment/selection projects.