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 there? The career path…

We don’t have to “go it alone” just because we work from home. The world is more connected than ever, so working as a freelance transcriptionist doesn’t need to result in social or professional isolation. Luckily we have plenty of…

If you’re a freelance transcriptionist, and you aren’t on LinkedIn, you could be limiting your job opportunities. A professional network is your career’s support system. It’s how you learn about new job opportunities, get career advice, and stay up-to-date on…

“Where do you work?” “I work from home as a transcriptionist.” That response almost always elicits a blank stare, requiring explanation. People might feign interest in online transcription jobs because their vision of “working” from home includes sitting around in…

Voice recognition is no longer science fiction. Tell Siri to pull up a song from your favorite artist and it automagically plays (well, about half the time… ). If you have a newer car, there’s a good chance that your…

You may have daydreamed of quitting your job, staying home, sleeping in, and making money with just your laptop and your smartphone. Working when you want, doing what you want, and raking in the money in your pajamas. If you…