I started with PPH in 2008 after transcribing a client's Great Uncle's Biography. I thought I could put my skills to the test and hoped to meet some fab clients alongmore...I started with PPH in 2008 after transcribing a client's Great Uncle's Biography. I thought I could put my skills to the test and hoped to meet some fab clients along the way, who would see my passion and enthusiasm for producing work of a high standard.

Now for the boring stuff! I can use the following systems: Word, Excel, Office, PowerPoint, Publisher, Pagemaker, Lotus 1-2-3, Lotus Notes, WordPro, Photo Editor, Access, Management Information Systems, various Databases. Have built 2 of my own web sites www.birchresearch.co.uk & www.lisa-hancock.org.uk). Can carry out research especially in history & family history. Very fast & accurate typing speed, last tested at 85 wpm a few months ago. Worked with local community groups and general public in front line services. Held 3 supervisory positions. I have organised large events and attended exhibitions. I take great pride in my work & guarantee satisfaction.

Area Covered: Kent, London, East Sussex
Company Name: Birch Research


Work Experience
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Summary: 32 yrs office experience. Worked in Archives, Country Parks, Local Government, Housing Industry, Architects & Surveyors, Banking and Insurance. 13 years spent in London, 8 years at the London Stock Exchange.
Description: Transcribing a manuscript for the gentleman's uncle who served in World War I. The writing was extremely difficult to read and was almost 100,000 words. I completed this in 47 hours.

Education Summary: 5 'O' Levels, all C Grades
3 CSE Grade 1's, including Computer Studies
RSA I, II & III Typewriting
CSE Typewriting
ESB Spoken English Distinction

Training:
All computer packages listed above
Health & Safety at Work Training
Risk Assessment Training
Manual Handling Training
Presentation Skills Training