Mahesh Kumar
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Representing Transcription Certification Institute, a Nashville, TN, based company that provides comprehensive online general transcription training certification courses.
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Is transcription a good career for work-life balance?
In today’s fast-moving world, “work-life balance” often feels like a luxury rather than a reality. Many traditional 9-to-5 jobs demand long commutes, fixed schedules, overtime, and constant availability. As remote work becomes more common, people are searching for flexible careers that allow them to earn well without sacrificing family time, health, or personal goals. One such career that continues to attract attention is transcription. But is transcription truly a good career for work-life balance? Let’s explore.
By Mahesh Kumarabout 4 hours ago in Education
Can You Start a Legal Transcription Job Without Certification?
Legal transcription is quietly becoming one of the most attractive remote careers in the United States. Courts, law firms, insurance companies, and legal agencies generate thousands of hours of recorded material every single day. Depositions. Hearings. Witness statements. Client meetings. Investigations.
By Mahesh Kumar8 days ago in Education
How to Avoid Scams in Online Transcription Work
The growing popularity of remote work has made online transcription an attractive option for people who want to earn income from home. With flexible schedules and low entry barriers, transcription work appeals to students, freelancers, stay-at-home parents, and professionals looking for additional income. However, the increasing demand for transcription services has also created opportunities for scammers who target beginners unfamiliar with how legitimate transcription jobs operate. Understanding how to recognize and avoid scams is essential for building a safe and sustainable transcription career.
By Mahesh Kumar10 days ago in Education
Can You Start a Legal Transcription Career Without a Legal Background? Here’s the Truth
The idea of working in legal transcription often sounds intimidating to beginners. Words like court proceedings, legal terminology, and official records can make it seem like only law graduates or experienced legal professionals can succeed in this field. But the reality is far more encouraging. Legal transcription is not about practicing law — it’s about accurately documenting spoken legal content. And yes, you can absolutely start without a prior legal background.
By Mahesh Kumar15 days ago in Education
Is AI Transcription Accurate Enough for Professional Use?
The rise of artificial intelligence has transformed the way professionals handle audio and video content. Meetings, interviews, podcasts, court hearings, lectures, and media productions can now be converted into text within minutes using AI-powered transcription tools. What once took hours—or even days—can now be done almost instantly.
By Mahesh Kumar18 days ago in Education
How Can I Increase My Transcription Speed and Earnings
If you’ve been transcribing for a while, you already know that speed matters—but speeding up doesn’t mean cutting corners. It means finding smarter ways to work, improving efficiency, and using modern tools (including AI) to support your workflow.
By Mahesh Kumar25 days ago in Education
Is transcription work suitable for stay-at-home mothers
For many stay-at-home mothers, the idea of earning an income sounds appealing—until reality steps in. Fixed schedules, long hours, childcare costs, and constant interruptions can make traditional jobs feel impossible. That’s where transcription work often enters the conversation. But is it actually a good fit, or just another work-from-home promise that doesn’t hold up in real life?
By Mahesh Kumarabout a month ago in Education
Can You Really Earn Money With Transcription? The Real Income Reality
The short answer is yes—you can earn money with transcription. But the more honest, useful answer is this: transcription only becomes worthwhile when you understand how the income actually works, not how it’s often presented online.
By Mahesh Kumarabout a month ago in Education
Why Certification Protects Transcription Careers in the Age of AI
Artificial Intelligence has rapidly transformed the transcription industry. Speech-to-text tools now promise instant results, lower costs, and effortless productivity. For businesses focused purely on speed, AI often appears to be the perfect solution. However, beneath this promise lies a critical reality: speed without accuracy creates risk.
By Mahesh Kumarabout a month ago in Education
What Is Transcription Practice & Why It Matters for Accuracy
If you’re just getting started in transcription—or even if you’ve been at it for a while—you’ve probably heard the phrase transcription practice. But what does it actually mean? And why is it so important for doing accurate transcription work?
By Mahesh Kumar2 months ago in Education
Preparing for the AAERT Exam Without Guidance? You Can — But Here’s What Most People Learn the Hard Way . Content Warning.
When I first started researching the AAERT certification exam, I kept hearing the same advice from different people: “You don’t really need a course. You can prepare on your own.”
By Mahesh Kumar2 months ago in Education
