I’ve got to admit, I didn’t expect to be raving about a voice dictation tool today. I was all set to mention it in passing as something you probably wouldn’t bother with. But after seven days and 3,735 words dictated, I’m officially converted!
The tool is called Wispr Flow. At first, I thought, “I can already chat with ChatGPT – what else do I need?” But here’s the thing: Wispr Flow works differently. It’s become a genuinely useful part of my daily routine and I thought’d you might like to see why.
Why I’m Loving It
Let’s start with the basics. You know how most dictation tools force you to say things like “Hi, Sarah, comma, new line” just to get a basic email drafted? Wispr Flow handles all of that for you.
Here’s how it works: I press the option key (or a key I’ve assigned) and simply start speaking. No fussing around with punctuation or line breaks – it does it all automatically. A distinct pause turns into a new paragraph, excited tones lead to exclamation marks! Even better, I can train it to replace certain phrases. For example, if I say “bookie,” it inserts a link to my free consultation booking page. It’s those little touches that make it a game-changer.
It’s Not Just for Emails
I’ve been using it to whip up LinkedIn comments in seconds. No more fumbling around – I just hit record, speak my thoughts, and post.
And when I’m in the mood to write a blog or draft a newsletter, Wispr Flow makes it so easy. I just talk. My ideas flow and Wispr Flow turns my spoken words into something that actually looks like it was typed by a pro. No more spelling mistakes either!
Beyond Basic Dictation
The search feature in Wispr Flow is a bonus I wasn’t expecting. I can dictate notes on the go, then search through them later. It’s like having a smart notepad that listens and organises everything for me.
Pricing and a Little Encouragement
The pro version costs $12/month (if you pay annually) or $15/month (if you pay monthly). There’s a two-week free trial, too – definitely worth a go. Use this link to get Wispr Flow: wisprflow.ai/r/ALICE12 and you and I both get $15 credits when you hit 2,000 words!
The Verdict?
Wispr Flow has genuinely surprised me. I thought it would be another forgettable tool. But here I am, telling you to give it a shot. Try it out and let me know how you get on. Who knows – it might just become your new favourite, too.