Richard Bertch
Richard is a contributing finance author at ChamberofCommerce.com and freelance writer about all things business, finance and productivity. With over 10 years of copywriting experience, Richard has worked with brands ranging from Quickbooks to Oracle creating insightful whitepapers, conversion focused product pages and thought leadership blog posts. Richard can be reached at richardbertch@gmail.com.
Small Business News, Advice & Blog - Richard Bertch
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App Development Checklist: What You Need Before You Begin
Friday July 26 in Technology by Richard BertchNot sure where to start? We've developed this handy Q&A style checklist to help you get your plan in writing BEFORE beginning development to avoid common problems. Read More
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How Automation Is Changing Small Business
Thursday May 23 in Business by Richard BertchThe goal of every small business is to maximize profits and minimize overhead. Automation makes it easier than ever for less people to get more done. Read More
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Ransomware: The Terrifying Threat to Small Businesses
Thursday May 16 in Technology by Richard BertchBusiness owners have a new cybersecurity threat to be worried about these days. There is a growing epidemic of ransomware that is threatening their very existence. Read More
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5 Market Trends to Consider Before Getting Started With Flipping Houses
Wednesday May 08 in Sales by Richard BertchShows like Fixer Upper and Flip or Flop glue to the TV millions of viewers from all over the world. If you've been inspired by TV to enter the world of real estate, there are some trends you need to know. Read More
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5 Timesaving Business Hacks for Small Business Owners
Monday May 06 in Business by Richard BertchEvery small business owner is inundated with constant tasks, communications and fires that need to be put out. Use these timesaving hacks to steal back a few hours a day. Read More
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Things to Consider Before Designing a Website
Wednesday May 01 in Internet by Richard BertchAccording to Yodle Insights, “75% of consumers, go online to find a local business.” And if your business doesn’t exist online yet, you’re greatly missing the chance of attracting new customers. Read More
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How to Create and Save Canned Email Replies
Wednesday May 01 in Marketing by Richard BertchCanned replies are prewritten answers to commonly asked questions by your customers. They make sending emails more efficient for everybody, especially you. Read More
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4 Cybersecurity Tips for Businesses in 2019
Wednesday May 01 in Business by Richard BertchAccording to Yodle Insights, “75% of consumers, go online to find a local business.” And if your business doesn’t exist online yet, you’re greatly missing the chance of attracting new customers. Read More
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Why Customer Service Is More Important Than Pricing
Wednesday April 24 in Business by Richard BertchStrong customer service team can be a vital part of your business’s success. We'll cover ways to make your customer service shine. Read More
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In the Black? Start Thinking About Investing for The Future
Sunday April 21 in Finance by Richard BertchSmall business owners spend so much time in their business and not enough time planning for the future. Here are some business retirement accounts they can setup that can help the business and the business owner. Read More
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How To Make The Leap From Employee To Entrepreneur
Monday April 15 in Business by Richard BertchWhile many people dream of being their own boss, starting a company can be risky. We've gathered the best tips to help you be more successful in your entrepreneurial journey. Read More
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7 of the Top Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs
Tuesday April 09 in Business by Richard BertchBeing a successful entrepreneur requires more than just a good idea. Here are 7 characteristics that help entrepreneur succeed and some may surprise you. Read More
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5 Ways to Boost Your Business
Friday April 05 in Business by Richard BertchWhether you are an established business or a startup, here are 5 tried-and-true tips to boost your profits and increase your bottom line. Read More
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How to Cope with a Financial Disaster as a Startup
Friday March 15 in Finance by Richard BertchOne of the biggest setbacks for a startup is financial disaster. How can you cope with it and what do you need to do immediately to save your business? Read More
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How to Make Your Startup Successful in 6 Easy Steps
Monday February 11 in Business by Richard BertchStarting your own business is always difficult. If you want to turn your passion into profit then follow these 6 easy steps mentioned in this article. Read More
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The Value of Face-to-Face: Why It Will Always Trump Social Networking
Wednesday January 09 in Marketing by Richard BertchDepending on context, communication can be 55% body language, 38% tone of voice and only 7% the actual words. Here are tips to get the most out of in-person networking. Read More
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Best Business Phone Systems and Services
Wednesday December 05 in Business by Richard BertchSee how your business can save money going into 2019 by switching to VoIP. We've put together a list of the best business phone service options to guide you through the process of picking a VoIP provider. Read More
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