Re: Student Has a Question for Professionals!

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On 9/08/08, Lisa Townsend wrote:
I agree with Madeline. There was someone in my class 16 years
ago, her notes were perfect but she couldn't read them to save
her life, but I could because they were perfect. Sometimes you
can't rely on a computer. You need to master the skills
yourself. Go with the cheap manual. When you get up to 150
words and are dedicated, buy the computer machine and get used
to it before working. Until then, rely only on yourself and
your abilities to type good and read back great.
Once I turned my Stentura off before lunch, there was an
argument and they called the judge. Before that I was expected
to find what they were arguing about. And I did. Tami
> On 9/05/08, Madeline wrote:
>> Hi, I am about to start my first semester as a stenography
>> student at NYCI. NYCI offers students a beginner machine for
>> $1,600. What I am debating is whether or not I should buy
>> something like the élan Mira A3 from another source, rather
>> than purchasing the beginner machine from the school. I
>> would have to upgrade once my education is complete anyway,
>> but I'm not sure if the advanced machines are much different
>> from the student models.
>>
>> Would using an advanced machine make picking up the skill
>> more difficult? Or would it not make a difference?
>>
>> Thanks
>
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> My suggestion to you would be to utilize the manual reporter
> included in your package from the school. Often times
> students find studying Court Reporting to be very
challenging
> and often choose to reevaluate their desire to pursue this
> career. The purchase of a $5000+ machine should come after
> you've reached the 100 level speeds. This is not to
> discourage you in anyway, but to help you make a sound
> decision. Check to see what type of writer comes with your
> schools package. You may be surprised that it has many of
> the features of the more expensive writers without the
> costs. You can still trade up for a newer machine once
> you've determined that this great field is for you.