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Going solo in the transcription business - Andi

Posted: Dec 07, 2009

I see all kinds of inquiries regarding different transcription companies, but is there anyone out there who is seasoned in their own transcription business who would be willing to correspond with someone who is wanting to start her own small (one-person) transcription business? Thanks...

going solo - EJT

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It isn't easy to go solo, but I am doing it ever since 1998, 2 doctors and 2 offices. They are still on tapes and I deliver and pick up 2 times per week. They are flexible, that's what I like. We had to call 100 doctors before we got 1 account. I wish you the best.

going solo - legend

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I've been "solo" since 1986 and love it. I have 2 transcriptionists now who work with me. As far as marketing yourself - it's a matter of "the squeaky wheel gets the oil". You must be willing to be persistent - and actually go to their office - not just a mailer - because you know where that goes! Once you establish yourself in the "community", doctors will refer you to their friends. That's how my business took off after six months and has been doing great since. It's vry rewarding because you get YOUR name out there and become known for your work. When I used to have to pick up/deliver work the other docs in the hospital would stop me and ask if I do billing. I would respond - you couldn't pay me enough to do billing - and we would laugh. Now we're digital and it's wonderful. Good luck.

what about experience? - Chrisi

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I have been wondering if I should just stop looking for a company who will get me to that magical 2 year experience mark, but should I be trying to start my own business instead? I just hadn't even considered it because of experience, but I would love to do that if I thought I had a chance.

what about experience - kimba2

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It seems you and I have some of the same thoughts/concerns :)

I have never been able to find a real definitive answer to this, except one little thing I read somewhere. It stated that you should have AT LEAST 6 months of experience. But who's to stop you from trying!? I'm thinkning I'm going to try and talk to all the local hospitals and such, to see about doing an unpaid internship just to gain the knowledge. Who knows, maybe they'll hire me. It's like you've said "getting to that 2 year magic number" is key!

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