Workplace ergonomics and safety is very important to many professions, including court reporting. Being a court reporter is not an easy task. Reporters spend a significant portion of their day in a seated position. You sit when you write. You sit when you edit. The long hours spent in a seated position, as you are […]
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Beta Testers Discuss the Luminex II
Stenograph relies on a group of top professionals in the industry to beta test our hardware and software products and provide their thoughts on their experiences. The following are their reviews on the Luminex II. David Sperling, RDR, CRR, CRC Stenograph has proven once again that it is possible to improve on what I once […]
Read MoreWorld Champion Dee Boenau on the Luminex II
We let three-time NCRA Realtime Contest Champion and 2019 Intersteno Audio Transcription World Champion Dee Boenau, FAPR, RDR, CRR, CRC, get her hands on the Luminex II a little early. After spending time writing on the new machine, the following is her review, in her own words. Have you always wondered what it would feel […]
Read MoreSix Tips for Proper Reporter Posture & Positioning
The Luminex is the lightest, most compact writer on the market today. With shorter, smoother strokes, you’ll notice a significant reduction in pain and fatigue at the end of a long session. Customize the depth of stroke and keyboard tension to get the precise touch and feel you’re looking for Lock down the Universal Bar with […]
Read More10 Things I Wish I Knew About My CAT Software 10 Years Ago
The following appears in the February 2019 issue of the Journal of Court Reporting. By Debbie Dibble, RDR, CRR, CRC Ahhh, the curse of procrastination. I’m the queen!! One of my many personality flaws is the propensity to say, “It’s faster to do this the hard way now. I’ll figure out the tools later,” and […]
Read MoreReduce the Strain and the Pain with these Ergonomic Best Practices
To the casual observer, a court reporter may not seem to have a physically demanding job, but those who have performed the role for years will tell you the opposite. A full day of writing, sitting in the same spot, in the same position can be physically draining. Not to mention you have to focus […]
Read MorePodcast: Project Steno Puts You in History’s Front-Row Seat
Court reporters go where most people don’t have access: all the courtrooms throughout the country, the halls of Congress, Hollywood, Camp David… the list goes on. It’s a career path that not many people are aware even exists – but that’s beginning to change thanks to a new non-profit organization. The Project to Advance Stenographic […]
Read MoreThat’s a Wrap on the 2018 NCRA Convention & Expo
The annual National Court Reporters Association Convention & Expo has wrapped up, and by all accounts, it was a tremendous success. Held in the heart of New Orleans, participants had the opportunity to view the latest and greatest products, take part in valuable learning sessions, and even play games. With so much to see and […]
Read MoreWorld of Freelancers: 10 Things Court Reporters Want Scopists to Know
By Sabina Leigh, World of Freelancers When you work for yourself, anything can happen. If your clients like your work, they’ll frequently let you know by coming back for more. They might even give you a compliment. If they don’t like your work, you’re probably not going to hear from them again. And you’ll likely never learn exactly […]
Read MoreStenographers Thrive Far Beyond the Courtroom
Usually when people think of stenographers, they picture them working in a courtroom setting. But a stenographer’s specialized skills play a critical role in a wide variety of industries and workplaces. The world of a stenographer can be fun-filled with plenty of opportunity for adventure. Let’s take a look. Strictly on the Record: Stenographers in […]
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