Did you ever see a short comment online and have it resonate? I saw this on Twitter this morning and it really pointed a spotlight for me. I still get angsty when I think people don't like me or I hear of them criticizing me but then this:
"You’ll never be criticized by someone who is doing more than you. You’ll ALWAYS be criticized by someone doing less…"
So I'm going to keep doing more and striving to be better (and I'm going to try to ignore the nay-sayers).
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!