You go, Tinks! You'll have to let us know so we can find it on the internet and see it.
Posted By: MSMT on 2007-01-29
In Reply to: If you spent anytime here at all, y'all know how I feel about offshoring. :0) SM - Tinks
I feel exactly the same as y'all. I think we could start by sending letters not e-mails to our respective state legislators. And it would certainly not be a bad idea to send a letter to the presidential candidates. I bet Hillary would do something about it. Anyways I hope she would. My SIL is Indian. He was down here last weekend and told me he received an e-mail encouraging him to get into MT for only $450! he's a bus driver. Scam, scam, scam. He also told me that Indians are all crooks, and those are his words. he told me many stories of people stealing, bribes being expected, etc., even from the law and customs officials and the post office, on and on. So there ya go. Some may think our info is safe over there, I think not.
I have thought about contating our local TV/newspaper for the same reason -- to expose the dirty little secret at the big hospital here in town.
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It'll happen. You'll find your fit.
You might have to kiss a few frogs first, though.
You could use your internet search engines to find
"grand rapids, MI, jobs" and get lots of hits. I'd also check monsterjobs.com for your area, and your state Dept. of Labor should also have a site where you could find jobs in your area. If you are unsure about the search engines, try google.com. It's a great tool for finding anything you could possibly want. God bless.
How do you find which version of Internet Explorer??
I can't find this information on my computer.. Where do I find it? THANKS!
Well, the first thing you'll need is a high speed internet connection if you don't already hav
it. You'll want to invest in a foot pedal that you can connect to your PC. I'd check out the pedals on transcriptiongear.com or check out Ebay. I've found a lot of useful MT equipment on ebay for really reasonable prices. I have an Infinity USB pedal that works nicely and I bought it off of Ebay. You'll need to download ExpressScribe or another program so you will be able to play back sound files using your pedal. That will make it a lot easier for you to test with some of the national companies as they generally have .wav files that you'll need to transcribe and send back before they will make an offer.
Once you've landed a job, the bigger companies generally will provide you with whatever software required to do their work and some provide you with all the equipment you'll need. However, some will require you to use your own PC and will want you to have the latest version of Word.
That should get you started.
Does anyone know where I can find a Zeky D rocking horse - I have looked everywhere on internet nm
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I'll find it and let you know. I was beginning to think this was all about
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you're right. She'll find her way over. NM
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Yes, but you'll probably need to find a smaller MTSO.
Put your resume in the MTstars resume database specifically stating what you're looking for. The smaller MTSOs usually don't put ads in because they don't want to be bombarded with hundreds of resumes. If you leave your info, they'll come to you. I had three independent contractor "p.r.n." or "very part-time positions" this past summer, so the positions are out there. Then I figured since I was already putting in 30 hours between the three, why not just work 20+ hours as an employee? So I am. Good luck with it!
I'll bet you can find one on Ebay cheap.
I've been buying up the antique kitchen gadgets because they work better and cost less than the newfangled junk.
If you check the archives you'll find
this same question has been asked numerous times, but basically most have felt it a waste of time and wouldn't recommend them.
Hi, Lucinda. If you search on editing, you'll find SM
a lot of discussion since so many of us share your situation. Lots of people here have been editing for some time and should be able to offer answers to any questions you have afterward.
RadGuy, I gottah say this. You'll find someone on this board if you keep posting!! Even though mo
married (happily, others not), you just come off as interested in what we do as MTs (because you understand), you are funny, witty, and have a great personality....
I can just see it now....
You are personally invited to a virtual on-line wedding to celebrate.....
LOL!!
If you so a search on this board you'll find lots of info.
Basically, you've got it right. However, voice files can be large and email may reject large file attachments. Also, there's the security aspect that you didn't mention. Basically, the voice file and finished document need to be encrypted to be secure.
You said you don't have the time/didn't take the time to do the research. Lots of people have and have shared their findings time and again on this board. I, for one, am not willing to reinvent the wheel every time someone is looking for this information but doesn't want to take the time to do the legwork. No offense meant but please do take the time to educate yourself. If you really don't have the time or don't want to take that time, then be prepared to pay for that information in the form of a consultant.
Read these boards, & you'll find 'rude & inconsiderate'
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That has SCAM written all over it. You'll end up paying lots of money to find out. nm
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They're supposed to be good luck. He'll find his way out when he's hungry. nm
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Thanks ... guess I'll have to check it out some time ... like I need to find more ways to goof of
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so find a different profession where you'll make more money - plain and simple. nm
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If you google "print folder list" you'll find a lot to choose from.
Example: http://no-nonsense-software.com/printfolder/
Do an archive search on this board and you'll find lots of info. NM
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Instant Text. Do a search here for IT and you'll find lots of info.
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Google South Beach Diet forum and you'll find a good board there for information. nm
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Merry Christmas! There is a story named Cat and Mouse Christmas...search Google and you'll find
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Free? As in, free trial? Otherwise, I don't think you'll find a spellcheck software that's
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Tinks - what goes around comes around
Through at me -- should this be "threw at me" - I know that we all make mistakes but when you come on defending and bragging about what you did you should double check spelling. I had one IC/friend that did that to me when she went to an overflow account and became their main "back-up" instead of my company and once she did that yes I did take back her primary account so she lost money. What goes around comes around and out here in Oregon it is a very small community of small MTSO's and when you do that your name gets out there and no one will hire you. She came begging for work especially when I landed this new account but could not help her out. It may have worked out for you this time but watch as someone could do it to you. I bet you have non competitive clause in your contract as you don't want someone doing to you what you did to someone else. Kind of like the cheating spouse. Forgive me if I do it but don't you dare do it to me. Just me thoughts.
Tinks, you are right on! but I am
finally getting off the merry-go-round as I am sick! Sick of MT all together, literally am getting an ulcer, and figure it's time to call quits after 11 years. Can't stand it anymore. IMHO, hospitals, clinics, docs need to take MT back in-house where it belongs. These MT companies are a scam and scam and scam and scam. Oh, and did I say scam? Well, for me, I'm outta here next week, and dreading every minute of it!! 7 1/2 more days of this BS. As for the BOS, what a laugh, another scam!
Well said Tinks!!!
 = great Transcriptionist (experience), not how many tests you can ACE!!! So many specialities, so little time..................
You the woman!!!!
Hey Tinks......
I don't know what Anon2's problem is, but you are NOTHING like Kikki. She was nuts! You were simply discussing a topic that was brought up on the board. And with this last post you were just resolving a point in the discussion....that's all. If Anon2 doesn't like you and your posts then Anon2 needs to just skip your posts. Simple as that. Don't sweat it. This board is full of craziness at times. LOL
Tinks - Very well said! (nm)
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Tinks, sorry but 1 cpl can add up. That'd be about
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Thank you, Tinks, for summing it up
I have to fight so hard to overcome all the difficulties that has befallen this child, give up so much for her, love her so unconditionally...and it was necessary that I take her ... or lose her to a foster home or adoption and never see her again.
Yes, it made me angry at all the players involved that have walked away from this child, the ones who said they loved her but left her life once someone else sheltered her so they don't have to and can go their own ways, never thinking of the effect it has had on her or on me, never offering to help when she is ill or needs reassurance that she is loved...the vain ones, the selfish ones. I took her away from the felons, the drug dealers, the prostitutes and have to fight to change her perception of the world to one that is in her best interest. It can cause terrific stress...it is a daily struggle.
And it was the indulgence of vanity that sent me over the edge for the day. To everyone who critized me and said ugly things about how you perceive I feel about the child: Walk in my shoes and those of 6 million Americans who do what I do...give up my life, my financial security, my stability, change jobs because of uncaring employers, for the sake of saving a child, and if for one day of the year, something (whether it be vanity or lack of sunshine for the day) doesn't get under your skin, then you may be more perfect than I. Until you walk in my shoes, don't critize which ones I wear. As I said before, vanity didn't bother me yesterday and it won't bother me tomorrow. It only bothered me today because when you peel everything away, I resented transcribing reports on vanity surgeries when I could have been attending to this child or doing reports that for today I felt were more important, having a few members of family around me in a relaxed environment to strengthen me for the next 6 months...
I took one day out of the year to vent and get it out of my system. Not too bad for what she and I have been through! As someone else said there is always tomorrow...today is gone!
I agree 100% Tinks. No more $$ from me.
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If you don't like the posts Tinks
makes, why do you even read them? You can skip and go on to something else. Why don't you go on the comedy board and lighten up?
i agree with tinks and
if they say the client is complaining, chances are that it is NOT anyone of importance. it is quite possibly a clerk who wants to feel important. i have been through this with a hyphen (yes, a hypen). such a waste of everyone's time.
Tinks - you are reading
was gonna post that there HAD to be a catch somehow, the post is just written like that....
Agree with Tinks.
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I totally agree with you Tinks.
I don't think you are being rude, just telling it like it is. I am sorry for the poster that she did not pass, but I have not noticed any increase in my pay whether CMT or not. Yes, some companies might pay a little more, but it is just not worth it. I have seen terrible work coming from some CMTs and better quality from those not certified, it just depends on the MT. Just passing the test and being a CMT does not necessarily make a better transcriptionist.
For the poster that failed the test, I sincerely feel bad for you and hope if your dream is to be a CMT, that you some day will pass it and get what you want.
I personally don't feel it is worth it and we are not recognized or appreciated. I was just offered an IC job doing hospital work at 7 CPL. This is the same rate that was 20 years ago.
Oh, please. Tinks hides behind her virtual
water coolers and lobs virtual spit balls while hiding. A little different than a man in a suit having the hutzpah to say something. Not a good analogy. You admire her? Ha, must be lots of room to hide behind her and that water cooler. Bahahahahaha....yup, all offices need you guys, or life at work might just be pleasant! 
You pretty much said it Tinks. I agree with you !!!..nm
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Didn't read, did you, Tinks?
The company repaid my testing fee (I'm a member, it cost me $195).
Plus I get about $6000 a year more by the CMT production bonus.
So, get off your garbage can. It IS profitable.
If you don't care for the AAMT, that's okay. However, they are the standard and their standard has given me $6000 a year more in salary just for proving I can pass their test.
Okay, Oscar, fire away!
Like Tinks said, she needed to be home with her child
who was sick. People have different reasons for doing everything in life. It seems to me that she does pretty well for herself. To say that we are just trying to be housewives though and are not professionals is just ridiculous.
I also sure do not like being told that I cannot make it in a job outside of the home when in fact I have and will again. We are not trying to be super moms, but just trying to work and be happy like the rest of the world.
And I find this all very amusing coming from a person who keeps stating that she has a housekeeper and a gourmet chef for a husband.
Some of the ladies here are single moms trying to make it and have a career. Somebody needs to get off their high horse.
Yeah really Tinks... must be some good stuff!
Internet based transcription - need advice on how to go internet
Can anyone offer any help/advice on how go about becoming internet based from a call in system, or how to keep the call in system for the docs and put transcriptionists on the internet? Not sure where to start to get information on how to go about doing this. Any help will be appreciated. Thanks.
I agree with Tinks....no such thing as a 65 character GROSS line....unless
you just so happen to type 65 characters during on that particular line. LOL
A gross line can be a full typed line or it can be one word on a line to complete a sentence that began on the prevous line. But it gets counted as an entire line.
If you want to work on the internet from home, take an internet course
But only from Andrews School or M-TEC. Many companies will waive the 2-years' experience requirement and will test and hire you if you go to either of those schools. Do NOT bother with At Home Professions, Penn Foster, US Career Institute, or ESPECIALLY Trans-Am, which is also known as Trans-SCAM and is a total ripoff. You will have a VERY difficult time getting hired without experience unless you choose Andrews School or M-TEC. Yes, they cost more, but that's because they are excellent training programs, not "correspondence courses."
It'll be the most expensive magazine subscription you'll ever get! No point in joining. nm
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I'll go! I'll go!! I won't take hormones and will be ready to defend your honor :) n/m
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No. It'll be the most expensive magazine subscription you'll ever get, and it's unnecessary
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go to chat room on web site and find out. i'm working but if you find out, let me know.
creepy dude.
You'll get used to it. It is keeping the right leg propped up at the same time that'll be the
When I broke my ankle, I was just grateful it wasn't the hands. Without our hands we'd be totally screwed.
I broke my right ankle slipping on ice and was lucky to have gloves on because the palm of the glove was totally torn up and my hand was okay.
Good luck and be sure to do your exercises when it is time.
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