Typing speed and accuracy | to work professionally 65 WPM is the very minimum speed and 85+ WPM ideal
Skills of a Successful Transcriptionist
Keyboard familiarity and shortcuts | working the keys and minimizing keystrokes
Hearing ability | dealing with volume levels and recording quality
Listening ability | receiving content audibly and discerning speakers from one another
Critical listening | working through content uncertainty using contextual clues
English language knowledge | proper use, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Research skills | verification of names, spellings, locations through internet searches
Self-sufficient tech support | maintaining a secure and high performing system
Tools of the Trade
Contemporary personal computer | Microsoft operating system 8 or higher required
Recent document formatting software | Microsoft Word 2016 or higher required
Transcription software (for legal work) | Express Scribe Pro recommended
Headset and Foot Pedal | Infinity USB recommended
High-speed internet connection
GET AHEAD OR BRUSH UP!
Free online sites can be great resources for testing and sharpening your English Language skills:
- https://www.grammar-monster.com/
- http://www.chompchomp.com/menu.htm