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 Motivate Work-From-Home Employees

Working from home can sometimes be demoralizing, so engage your employees with new challenges and opportunities to work flexibly.

Pros and Cons of Offering Employee Sabbaticals

Learn about the pros and cons of offering sabbaticals to your employees, and important considerations to keep in mind before implementing this type of leave policy.

How to Delegate Tasks to a First-Time Manager

Are you ready to transfer responsibilities to your new supervisor? Explore constructive ways to improve the hand-off.

How to Plan a Company-Wide Charity Initiative

A charity initiative can be a great team-bonding activity that simultaneously has a wider social impact. Here’s how to organize and execute one.

How to Choose the Right Brick-and-Mortar Location for Your Business

Choosing a brick-and-mortar location for your business involves scoping the neighborhood, calculating your expenses, and evaluating the accessibility of each option.

What Is Multifactor Authentication?

Multifactor authentication is an easy-to-use login method that prevents unauthorized access to your files, company data, and valuable information.

How Amazon’s Holiday Growth Strategy Targets Small Businesses

The world’s largest online marketplace has added features to help SMBs boost their sales this holiday season, Keri Cusick, Director of Small Business Empowerment, tells CO—.

How to Find a Warehouse to Ship Your Products

Whether you own a dropshipping business or want to streamline your e-commerce logistics process, outsourcing shipping can help. Explore your options for fulfillment and warehouse services.

How to Start a Dropshipping Business

Want to start a dropshipping business? Take these steps to stand out from the competition and meet your revenue goals.

How to Choose E-commerce Shipping Software

Logistics technology can improve operations, but features and capabilities differ among tools. Use these tips to find the best online shipping platform.