The Gregg Group was founded 22 May 2004, prompted by the lack of online shorthand resources. As the primary use for shorthand — business and legal recording — has waned in recent decades, we generally acclaim the skill as a hobby or personal tool. The purpose of the group is to promote the use of Gregg systems of shorthand by providing advice to beginners, support for students, and an association of users of this efficient, attractive, and enjoyable method of writing.
Does anyone here strictly adhere to the “correct” hand position as outlined in some of the books, which seems to be a slightly modified Palmer writing grip, except with three fingers rather than two bering used as the movable rest? I’ve been trying with varying degrees of success to write the lessons like this. I…
I have found a few older posts on the topic of pens and steno pads, but thought I’d start this new thread to see what folks are using and perhaps renew some recommendations for newbies like myself. Although I am a fountain pen aficionado, I have found that there are some ballpoints and gel pens…
I accidentally erased this post about a lady stenographer in Germany. The original link is from this article in German. Phil was kind enough to translate it, so Phil, if you can, can you repost it? If not, the Google translation using Chrome is good enough. Below is the literal Google translation: Faster than the…
A long time ago there was mention of a speed-building practice in a thread on the blog: http://gregg-shorthand.com/2008/12/19/methods-of-attacking-shorthand-speed/ (Note: Link to the _Factors of Shorthand Speed_ document now kaputt!) The idea was practicing for a long time without breaks to force the fatiguing muscles to learn how do the work with minimal effort. I am…
Does anyone know what happened to Laurence Cawley’s ShorthandWorld site in Great Britain? It seems to be gone. . . .
I ordered Functional Method Dictation from a used bookseller at amazon.com and she sent me a copy of Anniversary Functional Method Part One instead. After no reply from the seller as to the problem/mix-up, Amazon refunded my money and no one has requested that I return the book. It has been 2 weeks, so I…
In my continuing journey through all of the old posts (in reverse order), something which I highly recommend that all newcomers do ….. I came across a post from 2011 that mentioned the book “Gregg Handwriting” …. published in 1931… and co-authored by Gregg and Ms Chapman. Just curious… what is this book? What is…
Fellows: I would like to attract your attention to this message from a Shorthand Group in Facebook posted by Tracey: “I have been asked to transcribe some notes written in a diary but it is written in Gregg. I can’t do it as I only know Pitmans but I would be happy to pass on the…
Since five years ago, I haven’t seen this kind of position offer: http://www.senado.cl/concurso-publico-escalafon-de-la-redaccion-de-sesiones/prontus_senado/2013-03-04/092615.html In brief, it’s a call for two reporters position for the Chilean Senate. Deadline: tomorrow… 🙁 Anyway, I thought about it and it’s difficult for me to move to Santiago (1.800 kms from my present city). Main requirements: nationality, proved shorthand command,…
I want to make a small post to wish everyone here a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. I would like to take a moment to let all of you know how much I appreciate the help, advice and encouragement you’ve given me in my pursuit of learning shorthand. Stay safe and enjoy your Christmas day….