I say it all the time - kinda like a broken record, I know - but if you know your schedule, you can make smart decisions. You can say NO if you need to! Yes, it's great to be Scotty - the miracle worker - but if a request seems like it's not feasible, it's okay to say so. Perhaps offer a compromise (can't get that rough to you tomorrow, but I can on the day after... something like).
I love having my calendar not only in my head but on my computer, in my phone, on a paper planner AND a to-do list. (remember, I'm a redundancy advocate!)
Do what you can, pivot where you are able, and be willing to protect your time and personal space too.
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?!
Sometimes you just run out of time. If you don't use an "extension" as a crutch, it can be a really smart thing to do to help you manage a time crunch or overloaded responsibilities.
My word, this year has simply flown by. And now here we are ready for the last month, full of parties, meetings, events and hopefully a little less work.
I wish you a balanced schedule - or, heck, maybe MORE toward the fun stuff - and a wonderful December.
