23 Reasons Why Transcriptionists Love their Job

Rough weeks at work are inevitable. Tight deadlines, difficult audio files, and unreasonable clients can put a real damper on your mood. Sometimes you might even question why you chose to get into transcription in the first place. Well, we’re here to …

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19 Transcription Clients That Need Your Services

By Chloe Brittain for Transcribe Anywhere Instead of hearing from me today, we’re featuring guest writer Chloe Brittain of Opal Transcription Services! Chloe is a freelance writer and transcriptionist, plus she’s the owner of Opal Transcription Services, an audio transcription company serving clients in …

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Common Challenges Transcriptionists Face and How to Handle Them: Part Two

By Transcribe Anywhere We previously discussed how to deal with poor audio quality, an issue that deserved its very own blog post! Today we are going to discuss other common challenges transcriptionists face, from boredom to bodily aches and pains and more. …

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Starting as a transcriptionist? Here’s what you need to know!

By Rachel Tirabassi Congratulations! You have a new gig as a transcriptionist. Time to get clients and start rolling in the dough! Whether it’s the beginning of a new career or side hustle, there are a few resources, products and tips you …

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The Modern Transcriptionist: Interviews with Amy and Kelly

Over the last few decades, transcriptionists have faced several shifts in their career. New technology, like voice recognition in the medical field, forced some transcriptionists to make career changes. However, thriving transcriptionists, like Amy and Kelly, are still around and find success …

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43 Embarrassing Grammar Mistakes Even Smart People Make

By Christina DesMarias for Inc.com When someone uses grammar incorrectly do you make an assumption about his or her intelligence or education? Like it or not, words, spelling, and punctuation are powerful and can leave a lasting impression on others. But even the …

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10 Tips For Landing A Freelance Transcription Job

By Tyler Marshall for Allegis Transcriptionist Freelance transcription jobs can provide a great deal of freedom (you can work from home!) and economic opportunity. That is IF you’re a skilled transcriber and if you know how to market yourself effectively. Wherever you’re …

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Work at Home Transcription Jobs: How to Create a Successful Work Environment

By Tyler Marshall for Allegis Transcription With advances in technology and social media today, freelancing and work-from-home opportunities are available to more people than ever before. This applies especially to transcription work. The advantages can’t be denied. Independence, a more comfortable, low-stress work …

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General Versus Medical Transcription Jobs: What’s the Difference?

By Traci Theodoroff for Allegis Transcription The transcription industry is a wide and varied world. How do you even start to explore your career options? Why not begin with medical and general transcription, which are two of the most popular options out …

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“You Know You’re a Transcriptionist When…”

By Rachel Tirabassi As a transcriptionist, you tend to hear and see things a little differently than others. Grammatical errors NEVER go unnoticed and sometimes you even find yourself air typing as other people are speaking. We asked TranscriptionGear.com’s social media followers to …

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