No one likes surprises especially a member of your legal team like the court reporter. The more you keep them in the loop on scheduling and preparation, the better for you and your case. It will save time in getting a final deposition transcript delivered and will build a solid working relationship with a trusted […]
Who in your life makes you laugh? According to 2016 NCRA Conference keynote speaker and humorist John Wagner, “Humor is a powerful tool we can use to help relieve stress and connect socially. Supporting those social networks is critical in helping to get past the edge of our comfort zones.” In other words, make sure […]
Social media has become a part of the professional landscape and whether you’re just starting to test the waters or a social media junkie, you can use it to build your professional reputation, showcase your skills, and make new networking connections. How you use social media makes the difference between building a reputation for professionalism […]
Do you feel like you have so much to do and little time to do it? You’re not alone. Even though many court reporters work from home, we’re working throughout the day. We might even skip lunch just to get one more project completed. We think working continuously means we’re getting more accomplished but this […]
While attention to detail and accuracy are keys to being a great court reporter, they aren’t the only characteristics that set this profession apart from the rest. Here are qualities we think make a great court reporter. Passion for learning. Whether you’re expanding your vocabulary or studying industry trends, court reporters are constantly learning. It […]
It’s challenging to build a business but even more so when you’re navigating the court reporter shortage that’s happening over the next few years. By 2018, it is estimated that 5,000 reporters nationwide will be retiring. Not only that but the average age is about 53 years old, well above the 41 year old average […]
