Realtime reporters who have already been using alternative methods such as Work Units and make use of teamwork to achieve speedier delivery have been very excited about using RealTeam™ instead of their other methods. However, reporters who provide realtime services are not the only reporters who benefit from the RealTeam feature: every reporter, every scopist, […]
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Six 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 […]
Read MoreAlyssa Discovers Steno Part 2: Trust the Process
When the NCRA’s Discover Steno was released, we knew that we had to get involved and support the program in any way possible. We’ve created rental programs and donated machines to help potential students get a head start, but to take it a step further, we decided to send Alyssa Brummer, one of our newer […]
Read MoreAlyssa Discovers Steno Part 1: A Brand New Challenge
When the NCRA’s Discover Steno was released, we knew that we had to get involved and support the program in any way possible. We’ve created rental programs and donated machines to help potential students get a head start, but to take it a step further, we decided to send Alyssa Brummer, one of our newer […]
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