So I'm sitting here today at 2:00 p.m. and have done very little in the way of work. Watched a video or two, responded to some emails, did some things around the house.
I have about 250 pages in queue. Another 300 in the transcription lineup (literally transcribing interviews for my NC IIC hearing this spring). But I can't get motivated.
This is the perennial question for reporters and scopists: Do you take a day off to NOT work or do you work even a minimal amount daily?
Today, I'll probably shoot for about 50 pages to edit. Nothing is DUE TOMORROW so I have time, but I don't want to bury myself too badly b/c now my clients are starting to get busy.
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!
