Understanding ESL Accents in Transcription

I’ve been noticing that transcribing audio from ESL (English as a Second Language) speakers can be quite challenging. Sometimes it feels like I’m missing details that are crucial for accuracy. I wonder if anyone else has tips or tools they’ve found helpful for navigating thick accents or fast speech patterns. It’d be great to share some strategies.

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