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I would like to thank you all for the many responses I received regarding my post last week, regardless as to if they were positive or negative responses. When I posted I knew I was putting my head on the chopping block so to speak. I respect everyone's opinions. and the reason behind all prior posts was to share my experiences with Transcend and hoping others would share theirs (good or bad) as well as to "vent," as I felt I was facing this situation alone and have found out differently. With that said - I received emails pertaining to the post from those that chose not to give feedback via the board, which I wish they would have to prove my point even more. Those people shared the same or similar experiences as I have with Transcend- sitting for hours on end looking at a blank screen, work not being made available to them during their schedule and beyond, TLs being deceitful, etc. I realize everyone's experiences are different with each company, some a better fit to each individual . For those "happy" Transcenders - I can only hope that you continue to be content with your position with this company and wish you continued happiness and longevity with them, as well as hope you can continue to post your "positive feedback." For the Transcenders who are experiencing a bad situation I can only wish you better days ahead and hopefully you will find a new "home" - and hope you continue to post your "negative feedback." I will not miss the hideous daily emails stating "if your account is not listed your account is caught up - feel free to flex or use PTO or check back later." As far as my termination - it is a blessing in disguise - and I do believe I will be happier in the direction I am headed.
As many of you know I have been offered a position at Angel's Transcription - when she acquires more accounts, which is in the making - and yes I will wait. Just for the curiosity seeker - yes she has read my posts. I truly believe she is an "angel" for the MT industry - although she cannot change all the wrong doings made by so many, she can do her own little part by implementing her strong beliefs about the industry within her own business - looking at things from the MT standpoint (no VR, no offshoring, MTs assigned to their own accounts, no pooling) as well as from a business standpoint (referral program for clients). She is also an MT and has been so for many years - which makes all the difference in the world - in my opinion -working for someone who has been in your shoes before, not just a "fat cat" climbing a cooperate ladder and having no MT experience at all, just waiting for the next bonus check while screwing the people who are keeping you in business. I am very much looking forward to my new opportunity and/or opportunities that I will experience by joining her company, and once again hope that any MT that has a chance to work for her jumps at the chance. She has one thing the nationals will never acquire and that is INTEGRITY. I strongly believe working for a smaller individual and/or company can involve nothing more but proving "Yes the grass is greener on the other side." I have worked for only one national (Transcend) and hopefully I will not be forced at some point in my life to join their side of the industry again. If the day ever comes that I have to make that dreadful choice, I will change professions or hopefully be of retirement age. :)