Episodes
Oct. 22, 2024
#60 - VTM Beta Testing Program Launch
We play a crucial role in the justice system, but managing our workloads can often feel overwhelming. Brynn Seymour and Rachel Artis are designing a Virtual Transcript Management (VTM) program, designed to provide VAs specif…
Oct. 18, 2024
59. Court Reporting and Sustainability with Vanessa Johns
Meet Vanessa John, a dedicated court reporting student navigating the challenges of mastering 160 words per minute. This episode, set against the backdrop of the bustling NCRA convention, explores the intersection of sustain…
Oct. 9, 2024
#58 - Behind the Blog: Chris Day's Stenonymous Journey
In this episode, Chris Day, writer, blogger, and official court reporter, shares his journey and motivation behind starting what has become the biggest blog in the court reporting industry. Chris highlights the importance of…
Sept. 27, 2024
#57 - Building Belief with Heather Hansen: Court Reporting & Self-Advocacy
Have you ever struggled to advocate for yourself and for the record? This episode covers it all, whether it's negotiating your rates, enforcing the rules of speaking slowly, clearly, and one at a time, or even asserting your…
Aug. 28, 2024
#56 - NCRA Convention Highlights with Greta Pederson, President of the Wisconsin Court Reporters' Association
Greta Peterson, the president of the Wisconsin Court Reporters Association, shares her insights from the NCRA convention and her thoughts on the future of court reporting. She discusses the value of networking, the diverse o…
Aug. 20, 2024
#55 - Stressed with Deadlines and Pages? You May Need a VTM
In this episode, I read over a post I shared on Facebook where I went from a slow summer to being fully booked with work, even having to turn down jobs! "Last week alone, I handled multiple expedites and rough drafts without…
Aug. 13, 2024
#54 - The Financial Dashboard You Didn’t Know You Needed
Imagine having a financial dashboard for your business, kind of like the one in your car that warns you when you're low on gas. Sounds pretty helpful, right? Well, turns out, accountants alone weren’t quite cutting it for me…
Aug. 6, 2024
How to Build Your Court Reporting Dream Team - You Only Need 3 Roles
I recently came across a Facebook live presentation I gave two years ago called "How to Build Your Dream Team" and discussed the importance of delegation in freeing up our time to spend it how we actually want to be spending…
July 23, 2024
#52 - Stand Out From the Crowd: How to Build Your Brand Through Social Media
There is no one who understands a court reporter like a court reporter. I might even dare to say that there is no one who understands a court reporter at all, except another court reporter. This career can get lonely and iso…
July 16, 2024
#51 - Ready to Be the Boss? How to Launch Your Own Court Reporting Agency with SmartDeps
SmartDeps is a gamechanger for court reporters who want to transition from working for agencies to working independently and even running their own agencies. Through this episode, you will learn how easy it is to get your ow…
July 9, 2024
#50 - Modern Equipment & Wireless Realtime Setup
In this episode, I share how I did a realtime demo using the bluetooth wireless setup which is the non-clunky, sleek and modern setup I will be using from now on. I feel that this is a step closer to providing realtime servi…
July 2, 2024
#49 - Summer Updates & RPR Prep Status
In this episode, I discuss my current status as I prepare for the upcoming RPR exam that I am registered for. I also share general updates and upcoming opportunities for you to get involved. Join the newsletter at www.courtr…
June 25, 2024
Short Exercise: De-Stress and Achieve Mental Clarity!
Through this episode, you will learn a 5-minute exercise to gain immediate mental clarity and wellness. This is a special episode that was clipped out of a video I made after graduating from the Life Coach School certificati…
June 11, 2024
Business Growth Luncheon for Court Reporters
In this episode, I give you an update about where I stand on my RPR journey - well, that's what I was intending to do, but it ended up being more an overview of what the RPR is and why I believe community is so important for…
June 4, 2024
Are you a Carrot, an Egg, or a Coffee Bean?
Becoming a court reporter is more like an athlete training for the Olympics or for a marathon than it is academic. We have to have determination, dedication, consistency, stamina and endurance. The way we perceive and think …
May 28, 2024
#45 - Overcoming "Victim Mentality" on the Journey to Realtime Success
Send us a Text Message. Discover how creativity thrives in even the most unexpected places—like the Supreme Court office space—and join me on the empowering journey of shedding the victim mentality, a topic that resonates de…
May 21, 2024
#44 - What Questions to Ask Potential Employers
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, you get a glimpse into Brynn's mind as she prepares for her upcoming NCRA speech, which will count as CEUs (continuing education units) for professional court reporters. Don't tell yo…
May 17, 2024
#43 - Family Court Harmony and Camaraderie
Send us a Text Message. Today’s special bonus episode is a tribute to Bronx Family Court, and what it was like to work there. It's these moments of connection with colleagues that make all the hard work worth it. Get ready f…
May 14, 2024
#42 - Year-Round Celebration: Honoring Court Reporting & Captioning in the Big Apple
Send us a Text Message. Tune in to Episode 42 to hear what the New York State Unified Court System has to say about the value of court reporters, the guardians of the record. Hear firsthand just how crucial we are to keeping…
May 7, 2024
#41 - Courtroom Chronicles with Trial Attorney & Coach Renee Pardo
Send us a Text Message. Renee Pardo, Esq., a former assistant district attorney, sits down with us to share her journey from the halls of University of Texas at Austin to the tense drama of family court and criminal law. Thr…
April 30, 2024
#40 - Balancing the Scales of Business and Life
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I first take some time to acknowledge those who have been engaging with the Court Reporter Podcast by asking questions and sharing their insights from episodes on their personal socia…
April 23, 2024
#39 - Scoping and Smart Technology: Part 2 with Rachel Artis
Send us a Text Message. Ever felt like your productivity tools just don't 'get' you? As a court reporter with ADHD, I've scoured the tech landscape to tailor a workflow that not only complements my cognitive style but revolu…
April 16, 2024
#38 - Finding the Right Scopist with Scoping International
Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the second part of our interview with Rachel Artis, a public speaker and expert in the court reporting industry. In this episode, Rachel delves into the world of scoping and provides insigh…
April 9, 2024
#37 - Perfectionism & Court Reporting: What if I make a mistake?
Send us a Text Message. Today's episode will share valuable insights into the high-stakes world of court reporting—a field where the quest for perfection is not just a personal pursuit, but a professional mandate. From the i…