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Self-Evaluation Assessment --- Electronic Court Reporter
To obtain a score in this evaluation, answer Yes or No to each of the 10 statements below.  Be sure to answer all items --- and read them carefully.  Then compare your results with the analysis at the bottom of this window.
Be honest with yourself --- no one else will see your responses!

You may want to read any Note below after completing the assessment.
  1. I have a home computer or use one regularly in my current job, and I enjoy using it.  Yes       No
  2. Attending to details is generally less important than focusing on "the big picture."  Yes       No

  3. Sometimes I have trouble maintaining a schedule, but when people understand how busy I am, they almost always make allowances for me.  Yes       No

  4. I find it very frustrating when things aren't working as I expect.  Yes       No
  5. When several things are going on at once, I think it is wise to ignore the less important ones and set priorities:  first things first.  Yes       No
  6. I get a bit nervous when people, especially total strangers, seem to be looking at me.  Yes       No
  7. The phrase "common law" refers to any statute passed by Congress which applies nationwide.  Yes       No

  8. I am comfortable using at least one word-processing software program.  Yes       No
  9. I consider myself a "people-person," and am most productive when interacting extensively with teammates.  Yes       No

10. I have observed an actual trial, or have participated in one as a juror, a witness, or a party.  Yes       No
 
      Score: 

My Score Is: DISCUSSION:
24 or below



You may find electronic court reporting is not to your liking.  We should point out, however, that this brief assessment is by no means predictive, and much can be achieved with diligent effort.  If you have a genuine desire to enter this field, you can make it happen.
25 - 39


You possess a number of the basic skills, interests, and aptitudes shared by most successful E-Reporters. There will be a learning curve ahead, but further investigation seems warranted.
40 or above This may very well be an excellent career choice for you.

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