When loyalty to a personality replaces loyalty to principle, the cult has already begun.
The court-reporting industry, like many others facing disruption, must guard against emotional capture disguised as empowerment.
Movements built on belonging can uplift — or quietly control.
Charisma isn’t leadership; unity without dissent isn’t strength.
The future of this profession depends on discernment.
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The “Picky Reporter” Problem — and the Silence That Created It
The so-called “picky reporter” problem isn’t about ego — it’s economics. After decades of rate suppression and burnout, court reporters are finally valuing their time, skill, and certification. But the collapse of communication between agencies and reporters has turned a healthy market correction into a culture war. The cure isn’t compliance — it’s conversation, accountability, and restoring human connection to the profession.
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