I'm not perfect - far from it. And I often don't live up to my own expectations. The key is recognizing it and getting back into the groove. Whether it's diet, exercise, practice, office organization and time management, sometimes we all slip up. The important thing is to get back with our program, whatever it may be. For procrastinators like me, it's humbling because we know deep in our hearts if we had just done the thing at the time, it would've saved not only hours of time now, but also a significant amount of angst. And yet we still do it. (this is also a habit)
Be kind to yourself when you find yourself doing this and use reminders, buddies, whatever it takes to get you back into the groove.
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!
