Tori's Voice RT tip: If you can afford to, have two computers for when you're working from home: Use one for translation for Dragon and CAT; use the second one for your Zoom and other things.
I am seeing a lot of people having trouble with their microphones. If you have a lot of programs on your translation computer, and they are running (often in the background), they may take control of the microphone and, well, that's not a good thing for a voice writer.
I know it's another expense to think about... but I have to say, I love it in my world. My desktop has multiple large monitors and a great microphone and camera (although sometimes it has a hard time focusing) and I have little to NOTHING hindering my translation computer.
For what it's worth.
Happy St. Patrick's Day! And another Monday. I'm still dragging with the time change so I'm starting later in the day than normal. But I'm excited to start a new week with so many projects, a trip to convention, some consulting gigs, some volunteering. I think that's what I love so much about what we do, y'all. Every day, every week, every month can be an adventure! Ain't it grand? (Now I just need to find time for a nap)
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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?!
