Achieve Results - Edition 17

Joseph Sedita, Esq.
Hodgson Russ
Buffalo, New York

Given that Joe has been using speech recognition software for only a few weeks, his satisfaction reinforces how quickly professionals can be trained and begin speaking their work, rather than typing.

Joe actually heard about speech recognition tools two or three years ago but didn’t investigate further until about four months ago, when a colleague enthusiastically recommended Dragon Naturally Speaking. A quick call to Achieve Results resulted in a visit from President Dana Abramson, who gave him a taste of how soon he could be up-to-speed – it was a matter of minutes.

The biggest benefit, however, is the impact Dragon has had on the work his secretary does for him. Rather than spending her days typing up dictated files, she can now “do more thinking work than typing…it’s a much better use of her time,” he says. The result? “It’s going to make us more efficient.” “I’m really pleased with it,” he says.

Semi Private Training Sessions

One of my primary responsibilities at Achieve Results is coordinating and scheduling instruction sessions for our customers. It has become apparently obvious that our Semi- Private Training Sessions are on the rise. Since its conception we have been receiving extremely positive feedback, but it hasn't been until recently that the Semi-Private Sessions have really caught on.

Now what exactly is a Semi-Private Training Session and how does it differ from our Individual Training Solutions? The Achieve Results Individual Training Solution, our original training approach, is recommended for individuals that do not want to invest any personal time for self teaching. It is a total solution including software, headset, instruction, and ongoing instructional and technical support. Everything necessary to assure that an individual is realizing productivity benefits immediately following the training session. A Semi-Private Training Session is a cost-effective, small group, (maximum of four individuals), hands-on instruction at the Achieve Results training facility in Fairport. This approach is ideal for individuals who; plan to self teach yet realize they would benefit from professional guidance and experience, who have purchased the software and have not been pleased with its usability, need more information before making the decision to purchase, or for anyone who could use a little added support.

I benefit greatly every day using speech recognition software as an alternative to typing. The documentation and e-mail activity that I am responsible for is produced much quicker with greater accuracy, not to mention it makes my job fun! When you call Achieve Results there's a good chance I will answer the phone. I look forward to answering your questions and scheduling your training sessions. You can register online for one of our Semi-Private Training Sessions at www.artraining.com/semi-private/

- Kevin

Just what you need to know, nothing fancy

While visiting my sister in the enchanting little town of Mattapoisett on Massachusetts South Shore, one of our many engaging conversations centered around the navigation system in her new 4-door Jeep Wrangler, my favorite vehicle on the road today. "I absolutely love the navigation system. It is so easy to use, you quickly wonder how anyone can function without one" commented my sister. Laura, my sister, has had navigation systems in her vehicles previously and did not use them. She found them complicated and confusing. I asked her, what was different with this one? She thought for not more than a split second and replied, the person who showed me how to use it told me just what I needed to know, nothing fancy.

With your speech recognition software, like the navigation system, focus on just what you need to know, nothing fancy -- at least until you master the Essentials

I look forward to hearing your thoughts. Your comments allow for continuous enhancement to the services we offer our customers. (585)586-4550 x227

My very best,

Dana