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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 Prepare for an Acquisition as a Small Business

For a small business owner whose company is being acquired, it’s essential to prepare your team — and yourself — for this major transition.

Funding Options for Disabled Entrepreneurs

Disabled entrepreneurs face challenges in the workforce. Here’s a list of funding sources, programs, and resources to help them succeed.

5 Ways To Show Employees Gratitude

Gratitude should be expressed regularly and often, but there are some moments that call for a more formal celebration of thanks.

Employee Benefits Tax Deductions: Guide for Business Owners

Here are a few employee-related expenses you may be able to deduct as a business owner.

How This Coffee Startup Scaled Her History-Driven Business in 18 Months and Landed Big Retail

Jessica Taylor combined her love of coffee, history, supporting students, and educating people into a business that elevates through specialty coffee blends.

How Meta's Messaging Apps Help Businesses Drive Growth

Nikila Srinivasan shares how Meta’s Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp messaging platforms are helping both SMBs and big companies deliver customer service, spread marketing buzz, and drive sales.

A Guide to Small Business Banking

From assessing financial institutions to opening your first business checking account, here’s what every business owner should know about banking.

Applicant Tracking Systems: What You Need to Know

Applicant tracking systems help small businesses recruit and hire qualified job candidates. Learn how this talent acquisition technology works by exploring its features, benefits, and examples.

7 Free Google Tools All Small Businesses Should Know

Google offers tons of free tools to help you organize and run your business. Here are seven free Google tools small business owners should be using.

America’s Top Small Business Awards: 2023 Finalists

These seven businesses from across the country are the finalists for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 America’s Top Small Business Awards.