How did Court Reporting & Captioning Week inspire you?
Did you learn something new? meet with other reporters (or aspiring reporters)? hand out your card to a stranger? practice with more intent? create your vision board?
I think what's great about this campaign is it really encourages us to think about the wonder that is our profession and distill it into great moments to share - not just with colleagues but with the world at large. Keep the momentum up - but don't forget to take some down time too. As I say frequently, it's about that balance.
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!
