Whether or not you’ve made New Year’s resolutions for 2026, you’ll find plenty of tips for self-improvement in the NCRA Learning Center. We are starting off the new year with a little something for everyone in our new live webinars. Students – or anyone – can learn consistent study habits for daily practice, boost your memory skills with a certified memory champion, and learn how to build a professional videography kit to grow your business.
Feb 11 | Steno Habits: The Science of Building Skills that Stick | Presenters: Lee Leigh (Lili), RPR, CRI; Chris DeGrazio; Rich Germosen, FAPR, RDR, CRR; and Alecia Madison (0.0 CEU)
In of 2026 Court Reporting & Captioning Week, the NCRA Student/Teacher Committee presents “Steno Habits: The Science of Building Skills that Stick.” This webinar, free for members, dives into the science of habit formation and how it applies directly to court reporting students. “Habits are automatic behaviors that kick in when certain cues appear in our environment,” says presenter Lee Leigh, RPR, CRI, an official from Madison, Wisc. “Once a habit is established, it takes far less mental effort to carry out, which frees up your brain for more demanding tasks.”
“It’s easy, if not effortless, to develop bad habits or habits that don’t serve us and/or our goals,” says presenter Chris DeGrazio, a freelancer from Fort Pierce, Fla. “Come learn alongside us as we explore how to develop and adhere to better habits that can turn our goals into accomplishments.”Success goes beyond just developing good habits, says Alecia Madison, a freelancer from Atlanta, Ga. “It all comes down to how bad you want it. If you want to succeed as badly as you want to breathe, you will be successful. Don’t let nothing stop you. Come join us and learn how to improve every single day.”
“Improve a little bit each day with consistent and focused daily practice.”
Rich Germosen, FAPR, RDR, CRR
Feb 18 | Memory Power | Presenter: Paul Mellor (0.10 CEU)
A sharp memory isn’t a gift; it’s a skill. Paul Mellor, USA Memory Championship finalist, author, and marathoner, presents “Memory Power” with effective techniques to help you organize your thoughts and finally remember every name in the room. From finding your keys to eliminating absent-mindedness, you’ll learn how to organize your thoughts for maximum impact. Remember: When your memory gets better, everything else does too.
“Memory is an important topic,” says presenter Paul Mellor. “When you think about it, we’ve been using our brains our entire lives, yet for many of us, we’ve never been taught how to use our heads.” Memory is a skill, he says. “It’s no different than learning to ride a bike or drive a car. A trained brain can be developed, helping us to recall facts, remember a name, and to be more productive at work.”
March 4 | Introduction to Building a Videography Kit | Presenter: Chuck Larson, CLVS (0.10 CEU)
Ready to elevate your legal videography services or launch your career with confidence? Join us for a deep-dive webinar designed to help you build a reliable, flexible videography kit that grows with your business. Discover what to consider before purchasing equipment, including the services you plan to offer, industry trends, and why reliability and redundancy are essential. You’ll learn how to source gear wisely, avoid common pitfalls, and make smart investments in the components that matter most.
The webinar includes a live demonstration of a complete full-service setup — showing connections, alternative options, and practical video-chain examples. Bring your questions about legal video kits and leave with a detailed equipment list you can use as a starting point for your own build.
Recordings will be available for those unable to attend. The Learning Center gives 30 days from the live event to complete all required elements unless otherwise noted.
Visit the NCRA Learning Center for additional ways to earn CEUs, including on-demand webinars, article and book tests, speedbuilding practice, and more.
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