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Small Business Month

Celebrating small business this month, and year-round.

Small Business Month: Events, Tools and Resources

May is National Small Business Month! At CO—, our goal is to help small business and startup owners begin and succeed in their businesses. Here, we've curated a collection of content—from events happening this month, to tools your business can use year-round—to help guide you through your entrepreneurial journey.
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How to Handle Nonpaying Customers

A step-by-step guide for what you should do when a client simply won’t pay.

How to Create a Content Strategy for Small Businesses

Learn how to set goals, pick the right channels, and drive measurable results for your small business content strategy.

Brand Licensing for Small Businesses: Benefits and Risks

Learn how brand licensing works, its benefits and risks, and how small businesses can protect their identity while building licensing partnerships.

How to Build a Successful E-commerce Business in 2026

From choosing a niche to mastering logistics, here’s how to build a thriving online storefront. Get tips on platforms, payments, and customer retention.

Guide to Accepting Credit Card Payments

Accepting credit cards and digital wallets helps small businesses increase revenue and attract more customers. This step-by-step guide explains how to take payments online, in person, and over the phone.

A Beginner's Guide to SEO

A good SEO ranking determines the amount of traffic to your business's website and, in turn, extends the reach of your customer base. Here's how it works.

How Is Interest Charged on a Small Business Loan?

Interest rates vary depending on the lender, type of loan, and your business credentials.

How Protein Bar Maker ALOHA Earned Its Place as One of the Fastest-Growing U.S. Companies

The digitally native employee-owned brand is reaping the rewards of purposeful growth while it expands into nation retail chains.

How to Become a Better Negotiator

A new study suggests most people avoid negotiating, even when it costs them money. Here’s what to know.

Westville Grain’s Secret to Longevity

In the agriculture business, change is the norm. This Ohio grain company has figured out how to weather the storms.