A recent discussion at LinkedIn showed a number of experiences amongst the VAs about their back up plans, or, in some cases, no plans. One revealed that she hadn't started her business yet but had recently lost all her data on her computer because she'd been blase about the need for backing up. She's so glad it happened before she began her business. I've known of others who have lost valuable data over the years and it's either caused them to lose their business, or certainly to lose business … [Read more...]