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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 Write a Nonprofit Business Plan

A nonprofit business plan ensures your organization’s fundraising and activities align with your core mission.

What Is a Point-of-Sale (POS) System?

A point-of-sale (POS) system is the checkout technology small businesses use to accept payments and track sales. Explore POS benefits and setups for your field.

How to Choose Small Business Insurance

The best small business insurance meets regulatory requirements and professional needs without breaking your budget. Explore policies, costs, and advisory options.

The Difference Between Strategy, Goals, and Tactics

Define the steps in a strategic planning process and learn how to turn competitive direction into measurable targets and a daily action plan.

Less Is More: How Simplicity Is Reshaping — and Driving — Beauty Sales

The beauty industry has been built on getting consumers to buy more. Now some brands are growing by selling less.

Guide to Understanding Credit Card Processing

Before choosing a merchant services provider, learn how the credit card payment process works, who participates, and when you get paid. Explore processing stages, pricing models, and more in this guide.

How to Conduct Competitive Research for Your Business

Competitive research can reveal trends in the marketplace and gaps in your business plan. Here’s how to implement it.

Accounts Payable vs. Accounts Receivable

Understand the levers that impact your cash flow to make better decisions and grow your business sustainably.

AI for Small Business Marketing and Content Production

AI tools can help you create content more efficiently, but they’re not a replacement for human judgment.

CO— Trend Watch: Redefining Adulthood and the 'New Young,’ the Rise of Resale, and Video for Brand Growth

Updates on the latest trends small businesses are leveraging to innovate and grow.