When you’re browsing Amazon for Christmas gifts or planning a vacation, what’s the first thing you check?
The reviews, of course.
Reviews and ratings are powerful. They offer real insight, build trust, and boost your confidence in what you’re buying, or who you’re hiring.
That same logic applies when you’re trying to find and hire a new teammate.
That’s why Stenovate profiles now include ratings and reviews. This makes it easier than ever to find qualified, reliable teammates or build your own credibility with potential clients.
Let’s unpack how this exciting new feature works.
The Foundation
Building a rating and review system wasn’t just a feature add. It was a reflection of who we are.
We invested thoughtful research and design into this system because it touches the very heart of Stenovate’s mission: to elevate and empower the reporting community.
At our core, we are committed to three values above all else:
- Ethics
- Transparency
- Professionalism
Over the years, we’ve heard too many stories. Missed deadlines, unprofessional behavior, or scopists who vanished on a 300-page job. And yes, we’ve also seen the flip side. Reporters who delay payment or give unclear direction.
The question is, how do we bring accountability to this community in a way that’s fair, helpful, and actionable?
The answer is by creating a system that gives credit where it’s due and allows members to speak honestly and constructively when expectations aren’t met.
The Problem with Existing Feedback Loops
Many reporters turn to Facebook groups to find scopists and proofreaders. But let’s be honest. Those groups can feel like the Wild West.
Anyone can post, reply, or comment freely. There is always someone trying to have “the last word.” That makes honest, helpful feedback hard to give and even harder to find later.
Moderators often delete posts that name names to avoid drama. That may reduce conflict, but it also protects repeat offenders and hides patterns the community deserves to see.
Even when someone does speak up, Facebook’s feed pushes the post out of sight within days.
So what happens? People keep private “blacklists.” Notes on who to avoid. But those lists are incomplete. They don’t help the community grow. And they certainly don’t warn others who haven’t had the same experience.
Whether you have a “blacklist” or not, vetting is still important and requires time and a process. We covered this in detail in our previous post, How to Find, Vet, and Hire Scopists and Proofreaders, which is a great companion read if you’re still refining your hiring workflow.
Ratings & Reviews, Unveiled
We developed Stenovate’s Ratings & Reviews to raise the bar and create lasting value for our members, without putting our team in the role of judge and jury.
Each review includes three clear, objective criteria:
- Work Quality
- Professionalism
- Adherence to Deadlines (for teammates) / Timely Payment (for reporters)
The final score is a simple average of those three categories. No fluff. No guesswork.
Reviewers can also leave written feedback to explain their experience, which often turns into a glowing endorsement of great work.
This system gives outstanding professionals the recognition they deserve and helps others make informed decisions with confidence.
Opportunity Is Knocking
For Reporters
Hiring a great scopist or proofreader can feel overwhelming, especially when deadlines are looming.
Stenovate makes it easier. You can now browse profiles with verified ratings and written reviews, so you know who is dependable before you reach out.
Hiring support doesn’t just save time. It helps you earn more by spending less time editing and more time reporting.
It’s a smart, strategic move.
Looking to bring on someone new?
Join the growing community.
For Scopists & Proofreaders
Looking to connect with more reporters and grow your client base?
Stenovate is the best place to do it. By joining the platform, you can create a polished profile, begin building your reputation with verified reviews, and stand out to the professionals who need your expertise.
Stenovate regularly posts job opportunities and sends email alerts based on your services and software—whether you use Case CAT, Eclipse, ProCAT, StenoCAT, DigitalCAT, or others. That means you spend less time chasing work and more time doing what you do best.
Already fully booked with regular clients? That’s great. You can still benefit from using Stenovate as your all-in-one project management system. Organize your workload, manage deadlines, and keep everything running smoothly in one streamlined place.
Want to simplify your workflow even more? Invite the reporters you already work with to join Stenovate too. Our referral system makes it easy, and having everyone on the same page, literally, saves time, stress, and confusion.
Whether you’re growing your client list or just need a better system to manage your work, Stenovate has your back.
Ready to get started? Join the growing community.
