In 2025, court reporting students are discovering a counterintuitive truth: speed does not come from pressure, panic, or perfectionism. It comes from rhythm, calm, and trust in the training already done. When stenographers stop treating every take like a verdict on their future, their writing smooths, accuracy improves, and progress accelerates.
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Sliding Into the High-Speed You – What a Russian Physicist’s Theory Teaches Court Reporters About Passing the CSR, RPR, and Every Other “Impossible” Test
High-speed stenography isn’t about gripping harder — it’s about shifting into the version of yourself who already writes with ease. When you stop treating certification like a monster and adopt a “no-big-deal” mindset, your hands relax, your rhythm returns, and speed finally emerges. You don’t force 225. You become it.
When Recruitment Crosses the Line – Court Reporting Schools Push Back After DRA Event
California court reporting schools are pushing back after the last DRA conference, where a speaker allegedly recruited students directly out of their programs—even inside private Teams accounts. One 200-wpm student on the verge of the CSR was lost. School leaders say enough is enough: associations must protect students from solicitation if they want them in the room.
Building a Foundation – Why New Court Reporters Must Put in the Work
New court reporters: don’t rush to shortcuts. Resist the urge to rely on scopists or audio. Build your skills, review your own transcripts, and always use a proofreader. Real-time from the start will sharpen your writing and dictionary. Court reporting mastery takes years—but the foundation you build now ensures accuracy, professionalism, and the integrity of the record for a lifetime.
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