When I was younger, I once worked with a professional secretary. She could touch-type accurately like a speed demon, and she could take shorthand. This was in the days before corporate email, so everything was done using interoffice memos, and she was worth her weight in gold.

I wish I learned shorthand (such as teeline) while I still had the time/energy to learn it. I'm sure technology like Siri will put an end to that.