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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Tools to Help Automate Your Business

With business automation, you can reclaim your time and improve customer and employee experiences. Use this guide to find applications to support your staff and automate basic activities.

How to Determine Which Tasks to Delegate to Employees

Delegating tasks is one of the best ways to grow your business and free up your time to focus on more important work. Here are eight ways to get started.

How to Unleash Creativity as a Small Business Owner

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we asked America’s Top Small Business honoree SnapTight Products for their tips on how small business owners can spark creativity from their team.

Trend Forecasters on Four Key Consumer Trends Set to Impact Business in 2024

Trend analysts examine overarching changes in consumer perspectives, tech innovation, and brand strategies to help businesses proactively position themselves for sustained success throughout the year.

How to Stand Out in the Restaurant Industry

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we asked America’s Top Small Business Honoree Med Box Grill to share their best advice for how to stand out in the restaurant space.

How to Get Ahead in the Off-Season

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we asked America’s Top Small Business honoree Aquila’s Nest Vineyards how small businesses can succeed during the off-season.

Employee Training Tips to Build Employee Skills and Morale

In this edition of “Ask the Board” we asked America’s Top Small Business honoree Oceanside Cleaners their best advice for training small business employees.

Full-Time Employees Vs. Independent Contractors: What’s the Difference?

Many small businesses engage independent contractors to provide services to their companies. Determining whether an employee can be classified as an independent contractor can be confusing.

5 Ways to Boost Employee Creativity

A creative work environment fosters more innovation and business growth. Here are five ways to encourage workplace creativity.

6 Ways to Empower Employees in the Workplace

Empowered employees are more creative, resourceful, and happy at work. Learn six strategies for empowering your employees.