How to Make Money Online as a Legal Transcriptionist

Transcription jobs are becoming more and more popular these days and with the technology the internet provides, it's possible to work for someone thousands of miles away. The goal of this article is to help you make money online as a legal transcriptionist.

Instructions

1. Receive proper training

   Although you are not required to take certain courses, you do have to type at least 70 w.p.m., have a good grasp of our legal system and procedures, and understand legal jargon. For those of you that want an edge, there are numerous reputable legal transcription programs (both online and offline). In fact, many junior colleges offer such programs and many online institutes do also. To find the best program, you'll need to conduct ask friends and family members or conduct a bit of research. One great resource for offline local community colleges is Do Something and one great resource for an online transcription course is Universal Class.

2. Create an Online Resume

   One of the best ways to gain any kind of work, especially transcription work, is to have a great resume. You may have already performed many transcription jobs and have satisfied clients. Use this information to build a great resume that potential clients can see. This will help you gain the confidence of potential clients and will also help you get more transcription jobs. Learn how to build a great resume online at http://www.rileyguide.com/eresume.html.

3. Get a Website

   In order to get a job transcribing for attorneys on the internet, you need a website. It's important to market yourself and a website is the beginning of that; it's a great platform to list your services, rates, experience and other relevant information. You can easily get a domain name, hosting and a website for a very small amount of money at www.GoDaddy.com or www.BlueHost.com. You don't have to know HTML with the website builders available at these places.

4. Visit Job Postings

   There are many different kinds of job postings online and sites where you can post your resume as well as search through the posted transcription jobs available. A few of these include www.Monster.com, www.WorldWideWorkatHome.com and www.RentaCoder.com. Visit at least one or two sites every day to check through the listed jobs and post your own resume. By doing this, you will have a better chance of finding a job where you transcribe for attorneys.

5. Introduce Yourself to Attorneys

   Most attorneys these days have websites. Search Google or Yahoo for attorneys near your area and visit their website. Contact them through the link available on their site and introduce yourself. Let them know that you offer transcription services and send them your contact details incase they have need of your services. Send them a link to your online resume as well so they can see what kind of experience and talents you have.

6. Market Yourself

   If you want to get a job transcribing for attorneys online, you need to really market yourself and your services. Open a Twitter and Facebook account and follow attorneys. When you follow them, they will most likely follow you back. Post links to your website and interact with your friends and followers. Post links on forum discussions that are relevant and leave links to your site. Write informative articles and submit them to article marketing directories like www.EzineArticles.com and www.GoArticles.com. By marketing yourself, you'll have a better chance of getting these kinds of jobs.

   Use the tips and suggestions above to start making money online as a legal transcriptionist.

Resources

• Do Something
• Universal Class