“Oh, the places you’ll go! You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose.” – Dr. Seuss

“It’s true when they say “Find a job/career you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” And if you can do it with your steno machine in one hand, passport in the other, well, that’s just a bonus, isn’t it?! These steno scenes are just a sprinkling of the cities around the world I’ve worked in, and there’s plenty more to come – cities and years!” – Leah Willersdorf, RMR, CRR, FBIVR, ACR, QRR2*, CLR International Freelance Realtime Stenographer (Covering the UK and the EMEA region)

Life often takes us to unexpected places and it’s important to be prepared because the greatest opportunities often come along when we least expect them! “Success occurs when opportunity meets preparation.” – Zig Ziglar

• Invest in a rolling case and Stenograph Mini Case along with the International Plug Set, a spare real-time cable, charger, SD card, writer, laptop, and iPad. Shipping can be expensive so have a backup plan if something unexpectedly breaks down.
• Check with your computer vendor for an international plug adapter or converter.
• Test your equipment and be prepared to offer real-time services and check out my blog: Five Important Reasons to Invest in Both CaseViewNet and a Cloud Session Code
• Check with your airline ahead of time to see what you can and cannot bring on board. We recommend bringing your laptop and writer onboard with you if it is approved by the airline.
• Make a copy of your passport identification page and invest in travel insurance! It’s a good idea to also check with your health insurance company for coverage details while traveling.
• Check with your phone company for service and coverage details.
• Research your destination, the customs, laws, and emergency numbers. Ensure you have the necessary entry visa, including work visa/work permit.
• Enjoy your journey and embrace the present moment! “Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift. That’s why it’s called the present!” -author unknown

Bon Voyage! Wishing you Safe and Happy Travels!