Benefits and Challenges of Remote Employees

If the past year working during a pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that employees certainly figured out how to work from home and did so to their advantage. In December 2017, DCA Virtual posted the blog Work from Home Positions Offer Real Value for Employers. Let’s revisit some of the perks and talk about some of the challenges…

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DCA Virtual Named in Top Virginia Firms by Clutch

The leading B2B reviews and ratings platform, Clutch, released its list of the 100 best B2B firms in Virginia for 2021. DCA Virtual Business Support was named one of the top firms in Clutch’s Virginia press release! The companies on this list displayed excellence in mobile app development, custom software development, web development, and design, SEO, branding, and…

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Facing Post Pandemic Hiring Challenges

As a business owner in this post-pandemic world, what is your biggest employee challenge? Hiring new talent? Or, retaining the talent you have? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employees left their current jobs at a rate of 2.7% in April. A historic rate! The quit rate is highest in the leisure and hospitality…

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5 Platforms for Networking In the Digital Age

5 Platforms for Networking In The Digital Age

Guest Blog by Breanna Gunn   Networking conjures up images of professionally awkward events with required name tags and forced small talk. Needless to say, it’s one of the few things we didn’t miss when the COVID-19 pandemic pushed us into quarantine.   Working from home required us all to find new ways to build professional connections and get some…

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Philanthropy And Business Culture

Philanthropy And Business Culture

Is philanthropy a part of your small business culture? What benefits could your business realize by incorporating philanthropy into the fabric of your organization?  It may help differentiate your business from competitors. As consumers look for products and services they are also paying attention to companies working to better their communities. Employees are paying attention to companies that support socially responsible initiatives. One statistic provided by America’s…

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DCA Virtual Business Support Records First Review on Clutch

DCA and Clutch logo over Richmond VA

With today’s rigid restrictions on public movement and gathering because of COVID-19, many businesses are opting for outsourced customer support. Outsourcing companies have been around for a while, and their impact on companies and business owners has been positive. Your company may be able to save on costs by utilizing the services of an outsourcing…

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Airmeet vs Hopin vs Swapcard

Man at virtual networking event

Are you considering hosting an event, conference, or important meeting and are Zoom-fatigued? This past year has evolved technology as our society shifted from in-person to online. No wonder deciding what platform makes the most sense for a smooth event with the features and capabilities you need is a challenge. Here are three platforms that we think are noteworthy.  Airmeet  Airmeet allows you to host immersive online activities…

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Website Trends & Functionality in 2021

Responsive Websites, website trends and functionality 2021

Technology and the digital space evolve in the blink of an eye. That includes websites. Let’s chat about some of the hot new things and must-haves for websites to attract and engage.  Website Functionality   Overall functionality has a high impact on how your website is indexed by Google. A mobile responsive design is a MUST.  Beginning March 2021, Google implemented their Mobile First policy which means desk-top versions will not show up…

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LinkedIn Events & LinkedIn Live

LinkedIn Events & LinkedIn Live

In the age of social distancing, hosting events remotely is a must for many small businesses. There are many benefits to consider with virtual events: increased flexibility, decreased expenses, wider reach, and the ability to wear yoga pants. While many of these online event platforms existed, their visibility has risen since the start of the pandemic. Facebook has had Facebook Live for some time, and last year began putting…

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Negotiate Like a Ninja

Negotiate like a ninja

Negotiating, for most of us, is a word that causes anxiety and gives us a pit in our stomach. You know, that pit that tells you you’re dreading doing something? We often associate negotiating with confrontation or interacting with the pushy used car salesman. For small business owners, learning how to develop your negotiation skills is essential.   Let’s start developing your negotiating skills by building your knowledge. Mike Lander, a Business Strategist,…

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