Gift Guide for Scopists 2022
If you're one of the few people in the world who knows what a scopist is, you'll probably be super surprised to hear that you can actually buy special scopist gifts for the handful of intrepid people who freelance in…
7 Freelancing Pros and Cons for Beginners
Have you found yourself contemplating the freelance life? Are you wondering if the grass is really greener on the other side? It’s true, freelancing has many benefits, especially if you’re highly skilled. But fear of the unknown can make a…
All Writing Needs a Proofreader
When October was turning into November this year, I flipped the page on my kitchen wall calendar. One reason I had bought this calendar was because a helpful quote comes along with each new month. The November quote was really…
5 Best Headphones and Foot Pedals – Scopists and Transcriptionists
It's very important if you're a freelance scopist or transcriptionist that you use the best headphones and foot pedals for scopists and transcriptionists. In this post you will find the most popular headphones and foot pedals used by scopists and…
How Court Reporters Use Those Little Machines
“How do you use that thing, anyway?” Most court reporters like myself have heard that question dozens if not hundreds of times over the years of our careers. Witnesses at depositions are the ones who usually ask this when they…
Freelancer Q&A – What’s it Like Proofreading on a Boat in Alaska?
Working in a location-independent job can be an ideal way to live. Proofreader Erica Simonson takes it to the next level by working, traveling and living on a boat in Alaska. Here's a look into her unique lifestyle. Q. Tell…