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How long does it take to type one (1) hour of audio? The standard is four (4) hours to transcribe one hour of audio, or 4:1. This is the norm for CLEAR audio. This is especially helpful with a foot pedal. Bad, muffled audio and multiple speakers is a whole other story. Also, time stamping is a factor.

A nice testimonial I received after doing some pretty impressive work for a client.

I will probably drive myself nuts in the next several weeks but, hey, #itypealot.

I have a foot pedal but I learned how to transcribe without one. Any transcriptionist with years of experience should be able to pull off transcribing without the aid of a foot pedal. This was in response to an ad for transcribers. Many companies will require you to have a foot pedal. If you don't, you'll have to purchase one before you are able to begin any work it seems. It is a smart investment but, as I said, if you've been transcribing for years, you likely don't need one.

Transcribing for television is back in the rotation.

I decided to try offering my transcription services via an ad on Craigslist.  I recently posted my resume and got a couple hits/emails (though I was not interested in the positions). I made a quick ad and just want to see how it goes this week.  What do you think? http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/wet/5459569000.html Wish me luck!

#transcription #transcribing service available NOW for #coaching #coaches #gurus #guides #speakers #authors #podcast — MH Transcription (@mhtranscription) February 15, 2016

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Transcribing for an old friend/coworker. Memories. ‪#‎transcription‬ ‪#‎insurance‬ claims ‪#‎needtranscription‬ ‪#‎itypealot‬

After a break from it I am now back in transcribing mode.  Boy am I tired.

I know I've said this before but: Transcribing and typing from home is a real option in these down times, however it is not for everyone.

Make sure you keep in touch with contacts, clients, former clients, and yes, the so-called competition.  You can benefit from such connections by getting steady work, or being someone's top choice to handle their overflow. If you want to transcribe, or even just work from home, network.  Don't forget to use social media.  It's not just for fun anymore.  I use social media to find work, to see what people are looking for and to research who's using transcription services these days. Any questions?  Just ask and I'll explain further.