Work From Home Doing Transcription Online

Welcome to CTS Transcription Services.
My name is Diane Cantrell and I have done online transcription from my home since 2007.

Skills & Equipment Needed To Run A Successful Transcription Business

Obviously, to enter the wonderful world of transcription the first thing you must have is a desire to type, and the first skill you must possess is proficient typing speed and accuracy. Given the fact that this will be your main function, you must truly be honest with yourself about whether you want to type that much on a full-time basis or perhaps you'd simply like to do this as a part-time income. Remember that a faster typing speed will get the job done quicker, but if it's not error-free you may not get repeat business from a client or be able to remain a freelance transcriptionist for many transcription companies.

The next crucial skill is excellent grammar. With all of the technology included with word processing programs these days, i.e. spell checker, it makes this process and skill a great deal easier; however, you still must be able to proofread documents and possess the knowledge of formatting, using correct language, and at times, restructuring sentences to be grammatically correct.

Following is a list of the equipment needed to run a successful transcription business:

· Computer with up-to-date word processing software, such as Word

· Foot pedal to play voice files

· Quality printer, preferably a laser printer

· High-speed Internet connection

Other equipment that is helpful but not necessary:

· Headset

· Fax machine

And if you plan to keep your business local and offer transcription of tapes, you will also need:

· Transcription cassette recorder

· Office supplies - paper, envelopes, etc.

*I even keep a supply of my local client's letterhead and envelopes on hand in case I need to mail something out for them, though this rarely happens as they print all their own letters and documents after they have received them and reviewed them.

You will need to decide how you want to operate your business in order to determine the correct type of equipment you need. When I began my transcription business, I bought software that could open voice files onto my computer. This package included the foot pedal. I also, however, bought mini- and micro-cassette recorders (with their own foot pedals and headsets) so that I could offer cassette recorder tape transcription; however, since I run my business completely over the Internet, the cassette recorders now sit on a top shelf in my office collecting dust!

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