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Should You Hire A Transcriptionist?

By: Tishia Lee

I think that many people have yet to realize the benefits that hiring a transcriptionist can bring them and their business. In fact, many people see hiring a transcriptionist as a business expense that that they just can’t foot the bill for. Not everyone – but a lot of people feel this way. What about you? Should you hire a transcriptionist?

Take the Quiz!

Read each question and then rate them using the 1-5 scale. One meaning I don’t agree and five being I totally agree.

I have a website that would benefit from fresh content.

1 2 3 4 5

I have a podcast with audio archives.

1 2 3 4 5

I provide teleseminars full of information.

1 2 3 4 5

I sell information products.

1 2 3 4 5

I know someone (myself, a customer, etc) that prefers to read instead of listen to audio.

1 2 3 4 5

If you scored 20-25 points you definitely should hire a transcriptionist. You understand the benefits of doing so and what a transcriptionist can do for your business. Go for it!

If you scored 15-19 points you may want to hire a transcriptionist but you are still unsure of how such a simple thing will bring forth any business benefits. Give it a try!

If you scored 14 or fewer points hiring a transcriptionist may not be for you. It doesn’t mean you shouldn’t – it just means you need to take some time to consider it before making a final decision. Take your time!

Not every business person will benefit from hiring a transcriptionist and while some will agree that a transcriptionist is a business expense that can be skipped, there are those that understand how a transcriptionist can help them build their business with fresh content, printable material, etc. Each and every business person has their own individual needs so you will have to make your decision based on your needs.

Now that you’ve made your decision it’s time to put your plan into action and start looking for a transcriptionist that will meet your needs.

About the Author: Tishia Lee is a single work at home mom. She is owner of Tishia Saves Time, her Virtual Assistant business where she specializes in MP3 transcription. She and her son reside in lovely Northern Michigan. To learn more you can visit her on the web at www.tishiasavestime.com

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