First of all I chose a printer who helped me create my logo and printed a supply of business stationery but he also pointed me in the direction of my local business advisory service which subsequently proved to be so instrumental in getting me on my feet. This government run agency not only educated me on the pros, cons and general pitfalls of winging it on my own, but insisted that I provide them with a business plan and attend a range of seminars. Having satisfied itself that I was serious about my business venture, I was fortunate enough to get a grant from the government to help get me on my feet and purchase equipment so vital for my work.

Armed with newfound knowledge and enthusiasm I set to the task of marketing my target audience which turned out to be legal companies, university research departments, market research companies and film and television production organisations, all requiring recorded dialogue to be converted to the written word by the process of transcription.

At first I was transcribing dialogue recorded on a variety of audio tapes which arrived at my home office in all sorts of shapes and sizes. These days though, pretty much everything happens over the internet and I am sent digital audio files which I use with my transcription software. The finished transcripts are then usually emailed back to the client.

I prefer to remain independent and do not outsource any of my assignments. Over the years I have made some valuable contacts who are always happy to endorse my work and act as referees. These days, my office is Bison, ND Mobile Home with the latest technology which is a must to stay ahead of the game! It is now 2009 and to coin a phrase, I simply haven't looked back.

There were some tough times, mainly in terms of generating the business but I stuck with it and am now reaping the rewards both financially and in terms of the autonomy I enjoy, and of course my children grew up with a mum who was always about, which as far as I am concerned is the biggest bonus of all.

KPS - Audio Typing and Transcription Services

Professional transcriptionist since 1993, providing audio and digital typing and transcription services for immigration judges, academic research projects within universities, market research focus and group interviews, conferences, consultancies, film and television production companies, entrepreneurs, legal companies and professionals, including transcripts for the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE).

For more information please visit my website at http://www.kemp-professional-services.co.uk