We spend so much time in our home offices, but how many of us have taken the time to really assess how our spaces make us feel? Is it a well-designed space functionally? Do you like the furniture you chose? Are the colors inspiring to you? Do you find yourself WANTING to go in to work? (or conversely, avoiding it at all costs?)
If you're going to spend so much if your life at a computer, where you place it and what you surround it with can be something that can either inspire or deter. Take the time to try colors, decor, furniture placement, etc. to create the best working environment for the way YOU wish to work. Ask friends for their tips, photos of their working spaces (we have some immensely creative colleagues out there!) and get inspired to develop your best working environment.
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!
