We all have bad days, for sure. The question for all of us is how we respond. I was fortunate to have so many people reach out to me to encourage me. I took some down time. I did some reflection. I'm going to be refocusing my direction on a path I kind of let go by the wayside in the past year. I'm not necessarily "releasing" (my word for 2021) everything else, but I'm definitely adding a little more "focus" (my word for 2020) to this platform and others for more coaching and educational content.
This profession (and life) can be what you make of it - and I have been fortunate in the friendships that I have developed over 30 years. My friends, I thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking time to reach out to me. It means more than you can possibly know.
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!
