So what happens if you arrive (or log on) at an assignment and they decide after you're all set up that it's not going? or after you've been there all day taking the testimony and they decide at the end of the day they don't want to have you transcribe?
While this doesn't happen OFTEN, it does happen. I call the first scenario a "bust" situation and the second a "no transcript" or "hold" situation. Both will have financial impact and the second also has impact on your filing and production. It's important to have plans in place on how to manage this!
(Sorry for the misspeak in the beginning... only one cup of coffee!)
You all know I love giving back... and I've been speaking at the local law school for many years now, sharing with the students who will be future litigators how they can work WITH court reporters to create a truly excellent record.
I love doing this - and if you have the chance, please consider doing it in your area. The "baby" lawyers appreciated it and the next generation of court reporters will too!
We all love rituals - girls nights, massages, regular workouts... but what about our working rituals?
Do you have any that ease you into your productivity? Perhaps alleviate any anxiety?
Our job as a stenographer (or captioners) is filled with stressors and if we can develop rituals for ourselves to help limit those stresses, think how healthy, happy, and productive we can become?!
I love this profession... and I love sharing it. Wherever you are, in whatever period in your career you find yourself, be an amazing advocate! Introduce people to this incredible opportunity for someone who loves English, the law, computers, learning... Be the little pebble that creates the ripple in the pond!
