Today I am once again current - in everything, it seems. New laptop with Windows 11, Eclipse version 11, and Dragon version 16. I really didn't want to update to Dragon 16 or Windows 11, but here we are.
That said, taking advantage of the most up-to-date technology is actually pretty important in our line of work. We want to be as efficient as possible; right? It's just that change is, well... change.
So today I will be spending a few hours loading my new Dragon onto my new computer and testing it out. That means not just my user profiles, but setting up my audio as well so that my backup audio will work in court and depo settings.
Happy Friday!
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!
