So if you're self-employed AND you use subcontractors, you have a 1/31 deadline to get your 1099s completed and mailed off. That's what I did this weekend - ran a tally of my numbers and reached out to my subs to ensure that we had the same numbers. I really don't like doing things twice, so I find it better for myself to cross-check my numbers with theirs so we can fill in any blanks (find me the invoices I most likely misfiled) and then get that form filled in and mailed out.
I like to get them done early in the month because traditionally January starts to pick up after MLK Day and then goes full bore for several weeks. So my other tip is to not only do this tax prep work but get as much of your year-end accounting done too!
Happy Monday and Happy 1099-ing
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!
