Thank you for the positive encouragement!
Posted By: tiredwornoutMT on 2006-08-18
In Reply to: top 10 dead end jobs - Gaylene
It is a very scary thing to do, but I am not going to quit...I need to continue on.
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Oops! the are positive, not and positive.
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Thanks for the encouragement!
I really appreciate it. How long have you been with MDI-MD?
How long did it take you to get up to speed with all the reading and the tech stuff?
Thank you so much for the encouragement -
I have also started back on taking vitamins, calcium, and fish oil (the fish oil was recommended at my last physical for women in general to help prevent heart disease.) I am glad I am off of the Vicodin. I was afraid I was going to end up on Oprah.
Thanks for the encouragement
I had the feeling that I'd never learn these particular doctors... for one thing, the dictation was not clear and sounded like he was in a bucket or something.. Had that quality about it that makes me not be able to catch things. I was almost in tears, not to mention blowing my line count. I even had a sample to go by, but still couldn't understand. You know, if you can't hear it, you certainly can't transcribe it... sounded like Charlie Brown's teacher, only in another language! LOL! Again, thanks.
encouragement
i know what you mean
please email me and i can direct you toward that goal
thanks for the encouragement
from all of you. I will keep you posted. If he doesn't return, at least I know he had a full and happy life and was well taken care of during his time here on earth, and yes, ROAMED FREE and happy!!!
encouragement
I worked in a major medical center for 19 years and thought I worked with the most miserable people on earth. Although sometimes a little lonely, my favorite part about working at home was not having to listen to miserable people gripe all day. I wish there were more of you coming up - then maybe we would never have gotten into this India mess. When I first started doing this I was like someone newly in love. I was so happy. Everyone wanted to do what I do. I am stunned at the way people talk to each other on the boards. Scary. Anyway, I really hope this profession holds out for all of us for quite a while longer. Some people are better brand new than others who have been at it a long time. Maybe you'll get the chance to prove that.
Thank you for the encouragement
Thank you so much for replying. I am glad to hear your son is doing okay (besides the surgery). It's really encouraging to hear other MTs going through the same things with these MTSOs. I am so glad to hear that you were not treated this way by your current MTSO and that you were actually shown compassion!
Thanks for the encouragement
I feel like there is no where to go but on my own for the best money, my current service has gotten real strange on me all of a sudden and with 24 years of experience, there is nothing I cannot transcribe accurately when spoken reasonbly well. I am not the sole wage owner at this point, am I just want this as an option, I work backup for 2 services. Sorry about your mom's loss, I lost my grandma this year on my birthday, that is when my other service decided to make me prn. I have my mom with me too and I had to do part of the euology, host the repast, etc. because of the time I took off, they basically fired me
Thanks everyone for the encouragement....
Leaving my husband would be a hasty and impulsive move. It is so easy to just "jump ship" when the going gets rough. I am inclined to believe that this too shall pass. Thanks a million girls.
Thanks for the encouragement! sm
Do you find coding harder than transcription and are you paid by production/lines like transcription?
Thanks for your encouragement, I appreciate it!
nm
thank you for your encouragement -
When I labeled my original post as "challenge", I really meant for each person to challenge themselves to work smarter - it was not a threat or challenge to other MTs to beat me...
I agree with you though that people do not treat this most times as a real job and they think you can do whatever you want to and still make money at it. It is just like every other job, you have to work...
Now whether you work it smart or not is up to each individual MT...
Really need encouragement. sm
Started a new job, new platform, new acct. specs, new everything and very discouraged. I've always maintained a minimum of 200 lph average, sometimes lower due to a difficult report once but made up with higher lineage the next. Even starting on a new job. Now I'm doing half of that at best and I don't feel like I've slowed that much. I don't know what is so wrong. I'm trying to get as much saved into my IT so I know that takes time but I've always done this starting new accts with new docs and it has never held me back so much. I really need this job for the schedule and the benes but now I wonder how much is it worth when I'm making the same pay as I was making working pt at my last jobs? The people I've talked to say this is normal but it isn't normal for me, not over the past 10+ years, and that I'll pick up. I just don't see how it will double, which is what it really needs to do. I'm not a newbie but I'm making newbie mistakes because of my frustration and having to take the time to go back and fix these mistakes with formating, etc is just very discouraging.
need encouragement
I know what you mean. Same with the job I have now - same company, but less lines for same work about 50 to 60% less. Maybe you can make up "dummy report" with headings to store in your ShortHand or whatever you use, and then you can take out and leave in if necessary. That helps a lot, but takes time in the beginning. I hope this helps. You can do it I am sure. Many of the others make almost as much as before. I am old and do not want to push myself that hard. I have only one doc. Eveyone says he is the hardest even the company I work for, but won't give me a raise. HA! Good luck. Hand in there. You can always leave if you have to.
Encouragement
Since there have been so many changes in MQ, I am the same way on accounts I am unfamiliar with. I notice how quickly I can type even difficult reports on my primary, and then even when I get an easy dictator on the other accounts, I still am not do not do as well.
You will get better as times go on. You are just nervous and understandably want to do well. I bet in a few more months, you will feel right at home and doing just as well as you wanted.
I wish you well in your new job.
Also... to add one thing to that, for encouragement
I used to frequently get discouraged about the pay I was(n't) making, until I started looking at it from a different perspective, and it has helped me double my paychecks.
I think of all the positions I have worked in in the past, where I was grossly overworked and underpaid, and I would have given an arm for the opportunity to be paid more based on how hard I worked, and how much I focused. Of course, in salaried jobs, you can work until you are blue in the face, and generally, you'll make as much as you will on a day where you just can't get moving. Since I've always worked hard, I try to think of being paid on production as a positive thing. I am in control of my income. If I really work and focus, I can reward myself by having higher paychecks. When all is said and done, if I'm not making the money I'd like to, it's no one's fault but my own. The good thing is, I don't have to wait to find a better job or wait for my boss to notice me to change that. I just buckle down and set some goals, and get there myself!
Also, thanks for the half-goal idea. When I notice my numbers slipping, I use a "Power Hour" where I have to get the highest number I know I am capable of. I keep making myself do those, until I hit that high number, and then I can go get coffee or switch the laundry or whatever. Even when I don't hit that number for 2 or 3 tries, I've increased my production over those hours I was trying, so it helps quickly bring my numbers up.
Now, speaking of that... I've gotta go do one.  Thanks again for the tips and encouragement. 
Thanks so much for the words of encouragement!!
I am going to take the job. I don't feel comfortable saying how much per line, but I am very excited to start.
Thanks for the encouragement and advice
nm
Love the encouragement. I need it!
Thanks for all the stories and encouragement. I have an Associate Degree (just in general studies) and I had my CNA license about 12 years ago. I worked in a nursing home/rehab facility for approximately a year. I am more interested in going back for a pharmacy degree of physical therapy, but I am just so hesitant because it will be extremely hard for me to put my full effort into school right now and continue working and trying to keep a relatively together house.
My husband does help at home but my son has always had me here and is reluctant to think mommy might be away or busy more than I am here for him. I feel I am stretched to the limit now.
I would love to go back to school. I am just afraid it will be too disruptive in our lives right now. Sometimes I think I am getting to comfortable at home and I know burnout is setting in. There are days now I have to force myself to sit down at the computer and work.
Well, off to the next report.
Looking for a website for encouragement
to help me get out of a rut and pick myself up. I'm overwhelmed with house repairs, a cluttered house, work, not having enough "adult" time, needing to exercise and eat better and just can't seem to make myself do it, at least not for more than a day or two. I don't feel I'm am depressed, just overwhelmed, but I find I'm not getting out of my jammies into late in the day if at all, I might not brush my hair all day, etc. I know I have to do something now and just would like to exchange with others who are/have been in this situation. Maybe another MT would understand more than non-MTs, but I'm not necessarily looking for other MTs, just a site in general and I haven't a clue how to search for this.
Word of encouragement
For all of you that have asked about getting your own accounts, it is out there. I just got a new account and it is still with tapes but good money, a decent doctor (plastic/hand surgeon), lots of letters/consults which are money makers so like I have said, they are out there you just gotta get your name/business out there to let them know. Of course, this came through another doctor that I already have as a client, but they were looking when they asked this doctor about which service they used. My doc gave me a very high recommendation because I pick-up/deliver, print/ do STAT's and charge a reasonable price for my services. And my docs do appreciate me as well as the office staff. So don't give up or be afraid if you want to get your own accounts as they are out there. Just keep circulating your brochures/flyers or whatever so your name stays at the top of their mind when they are looking because if I did not want this account that is how they would have found someone else. Patti
words of encouragement..sm
oh my! I feel for you so much right now. That fast of a progression of any disease is terrible to contemplate. I know nothing about the disease, I am sorry to say, and cannot help you in that respect. But I can say that my prayers are with you and may God have his hand on your shoulder, no matter what the future holds. We can heal outselves, if we only believe. I wish you all the best. keep us posted...please?
words of encouragement
Thanks for your words of encouragement. I appreciate it! This company is willing to work with me, train me, etc, and pay me albeit 7cpl. I figure it's worth it to start out, get the training and experience, and eventually, branch out on my own!
Thanks for your time and encouragement!!
Thanks for your words of encouragement. sm
I am currently in debt management with InCharge. I have 3 years to go. It seems like a long time, but looking at how long it would have been on my own, 3 years is nothing. It just seems good to not have my phone ringing off the hook with bill collectors wanting their money. I'm glad for you, and look forward to the day I can say that I am finished too!
Thank you for the words of encouragement. sm
I have started sending out my resume and a letter to local clinics. I'd love to go back to college and become an RN, but we don't have any local universities. I do plan to do it once the kids are all in school... I'll be 34 years old at that time, but better late than never. ;)
It is hard to work with 3 toddlers but I manage. I would be doing very early morning and/or late nights. Lucky for me if I get 4 hours of sleep I'm good. Still applying and still hoping for a bite. It's encouraging to know it's not just me. I've been starting to wonder if I'm horrible at my job.
Good for you! Few words of encouragement. SM
I quit 15 days ago and have not really had that hard a time. The first couple of days were rough but it hasn't been that bad since. I was going to use the patch but decided to quit cold turkey.
Just remember that the cravings only last a few minutes and are gone before you know it. Do something to distract yourself while they pass.
I have found this website to be helpful: www.quitnet.com It is free for a basic membership and they will send you a daily email showing how many hours of life you have saved, how much money you have saved and how many cigarettes you have not smoked. I have found it to be very motivating. Here is another helpful thing to keep handy: http://www.ash.org.uk/html/factsheets/html/fact11.html
Most importantly remeber NOPE (Not One Puff Ever). No matter what don't smoke.
Best of luck to you in your healthy new life!
Thanks for the words of encouragement! I will have to see if this works out for me. I am sorry
that this thread got hateful toward the middle, I really was not trying to start a flame, just trying to get prepared.
Thank you for your kind words of encouragement...sm
Yes I have complained for a few times on here. Sorry. Didn't realize it was such a bother. I thought this was a place to come and vent your fustrations. Guess I was wrong.
I have not left yet because like I said I don't have 2 years exp, which most companies I have applied with want or I don't have the acute care that most I applied with want. That is why I haven't gotten another job. I wondered if anyone else had gone through this experience before. Like I said I am at wits end. I don't know what to do and I guess I was just venting. I'll keep trying to look for another job. All I can do. Maybe in 6 months when I have 2 years I can luck up and get one. So you see right now I can't control my own life. If I could I would have another job.
Encouragement for hard times - are you going to finish strong? sm
http://www.maniacworld.com/are-you-going-to-finish-strong.html This is a very encouraging video.
how is this positive?
Is that if we're offered up sh@t, we're supposed to eat it, because it could be worse? Nice attitude.
well, I'm not positive but...sm
I don't think you can use any other Expander with DQS. An expander does what DQS does...when you type tp and DQS gives you the patient (if that's one you use)...I used Smart Type b4 (which is still my short cut for before!!) and LOVED it. It took me a long time to get production back up with DQS...but I was never as fast as you--2000 lines! wow 
You positive that's what it was? sm
If you're sure it was a panic attack, then I wouldn't go to the doctor. But if not absolutely sure, it could be something serious.
Extra stressors? How old are you (if you don't mind my asking!). Typical age is 30s. Lots of info easily found online.
As others said, the bag works for hyperventilating. Re-breathe the air from the bag.
Hope you feel better. No insurance sucks. I'm right there with you.
It was positive! sm
Congratulations! You will be in my prayers! 
Think positive (sm)
When you say about going to counseling and state "but I feel it is not going to help" is not starting off in a good direction. Go to counseling with an open heart. Tell youself that it WILL work. Tell yourself that the counselor is going to help both of you see new ways to handle life.
Not knowing your husband's mental health issue, it's hard to put a finger on that. I'm saying it sounds like he's depressed? If he's not working due to this mental health issue, that's probably a nice slap on the ego as well.
With regard to getting help, ask him to come help you do whatever. I used to do the same thing, do everything while DH sat on his behind. We went for counseling and I let it be known at that point that I wanted a partner, not another kid. I wanted a partner in all aspects of our marriage; 50/50 marital, 50/50 in parenting, 50/50 in house keeping. We then went from there and figured out how to help this out. I told the counselor I felt like I was expected to do everything. He was kind of surprised to hear me say that. After that, we all started doing our own laundry, even him!!! He does his own work clothes too.
I'm going to bet that if your husband can feel like he's contributing more, maybe he'll feel better and start taking better care of himself. I know back in the day when I was depressed and feeling the world upon my shoulders, looking nice was the last thing on my mind.
Something positive
Yesterday I went to my daughter's school to have lunch. This was the first time the school did this so it was very disorganized and the schedule was running an hour behind. There were all of these moms fretting because they had to get back to work, and some even had to leave before they were able to participate. Seeing this made me very happy to be an MT (IC) because I didn't have to worry about getting back to work right away and got to enjoy the time without the anxiety of what kind of trouble I would be in with the boss.
I know we all have complaints and things that are not fair in this profession, but that is one huge benefit that I am more than happy to take.
Try to be positive sm
You have a great educational background. I met people along the way who could not spell diarrhea correctly. You may be able to help a large dental facility such as Tufts-NE in Boston or a service a large facility contracts their work to. You could start slow, gain confidence. You will definitely not make money at first, but if you want to stay home with your child, think of the costs you will eliminate and the pleasure you will gain by just being home. Don't be discouraged. Where there is a will, there is a way. Perhaps someone will direct you to some SUM program tapes, etc. and you could slowly build up your word book dictionaries by buying used. I started out buying books from the Salvation Army as I live near a large prestigious university. People tried to discourage me as well, but I learned fast and furious as I had a good education and a good head on my shoulders. Don't give up! Good luck!
You actually get POSITIVE feedback
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Positive things!
Okay, I'm with ya here. I really need to start focusing on the positives in my life instead of the negatives. This is a fantastic way for me to start.
Let's see now. I'm a recently divorced (YIPPEE - put that off for ten years!!) mother of 2. Although it can be isolating working at home sometimes, I wouldn't trade it for anything!! I make twice (sometimes three times) as much as I would per hour in a hospital. I don't have to pay for day care - EVER.
Oh, and since I make so much, I was able to keep the house (my ex couldn't ever afford it). I'm proud to say I have not had to borrow ONE PENNY from anyone through my divorce, I did it all on my own!
I can always be worse, I'm trying to be positive
You could be one of those in New Orleans, then would the pay cut mean anything to you? You would be happy to be alive. Why is it that only what affects us personally matters? This is what is wrong with society. My husband took a 25% pay cut a year ago, now the company he works for is bankrupt, slated to shut down in 9 days. He has worked there for 35 years. Be thankful you have a job, or get a new one.
A positive pause...please sm
Just wanted to share a link with anyone who could use a little positivity today...it's truly worth it
http://www.greatday.com
Peace...out.
need positive thoughts
whether you have insurance or not, if you continue to experience chest pain, go to the nearest ER. I am a 42 year old who had to have a stent due to a 95% blockage. It is better to be alive than worried you will look silly.
Thank you for the positive thoughts.
I do have a little small something that might eventually need surgery, but it's not cancer. This doctor was very nice and didn't treat me like I was a hypochondriac.
I'm positive - maybe if I "google" it (sm)
Duh. I figured it out, it's positive. nm
The responses I get and usually positive.
The most common is, "Oh, I know someone who does that. She makes a lot of money!"
Positive experience here...
We filed Chapter 7 a couple of years ago (before new laws). Best thing that ever happened. Since then we have paid off our house, saved money and are driving older paid-for cars. We only pay cash. If we don't have enough, we save it. It actually turned into a blessing for us. I think credit is absolutely ruining so many people's lives. Better to do without for now and save! Then if you save, you can pay for emergencies. Good luck in whatever you decide!!
Think Positive....see message
Okay, so maybe you have slacked off a bit on your production in comparison to years past, no big deal. Maybe you just got comfortable with a flexible schedule and didn't make much time to work and perhaps you didn't need the money to begin with....We all make excuses! It is very easy to get sidetracked and do 'everything else' when you are at home trying to work. The great thing about this new situation for you is that it will be a FRESH Start! You can make more out of it if you start off by setting goals, meeting production, etc. Don't really need the extra money now, but want to have something to fall back on in case your situation changes? Well, then reward yourself for the extra hard work by treating yourself to "prizes"- go shopping, go to the spa, go out for ice cream, anything. Make yourself feel good about meeting your goals/production requirements. Yes, you CAN do it. You will be proud of yourself for doing it. And By the Way- Congratulations on your new Position! :)
Well, I am not positive, but the way I understood it--sm
was that the bill *strongly encouraged* physicians to upgrade and make paper medical records available on some type of electronic system so they could be accessed by computer. I do not necessarily believe that all doctors are going to be *forced* to use the EHR system for transcription...just so the records can be accessed on line by any physician anywhere. that is all. but that is just my understanding of it and again, I could be wrong. Sounds like she was just trying to scare you! She better be careful, maybe they will sign a bill allowing for robots to take over all nursing professions too. lol. j/k.
Positive note
Melissa,
MT is a real, legitimate work-at-home job. You can't do it, usually, without either contacts, past experience or formal training. I formally trained for 7 months and got a job working from home 2 weeks after graduating. The formal training costs are reasonable...and I think anyone would agree with that after the money they've spent on their BA (of which I have one too). If you are serious about this, get formally trained at one of the good on-line schools, and you should have no trouble finding an at-home position. Working with a child or children (as I do) is not easy, but it can work if you want/need it to. You will have to have some help...maybe your spouse or an in-home babysitter sometime, but it beats working full time and leaving your kids in daycare to get pneumonia, of which I speak from experience. Good luck to you in your decision. Becky
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