Brigette:

I have not used a Dictaphone system either (all of mine were WAV files, mp3s, or dvds).

I always charge by audio minute.

If you are looking for practice, check with your church or city hall. They may have sermons or city council meetings they need transcribed (they get their audio transcribed and you get experience and hopefully a glowing testimonial for your website/marketing materials).

Good luck!

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Kathy
www.theofficevirtuoso.com