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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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Employee Stock Options: A Guide for Your Small Business

Want to use equity compensation to entice talented workers and keep existing staff? Here’s what you need to know.

How Relying on Coaches and Your Team Boosts Business Growth

Entrepreneurs face many challenges when starting their venture. Co-founder of Quincus, Katherina Lacey, explains how asking for help brings success.

What Makes a Good Business Partner? Top Qualities to Look For

Want to pool resources with another entrepreneur? Here’s how to team up with the best person for the job.

How to Make an Employee Your Business Partner

Have a long-term staffer that you can't imagine operating without? Learn how to promote an employee to a co-owner.

How WOC-Owned Startups Are Tapping the U.S. Women’s Market for Growth

Founders are leaning on purpose-led, conscious consumption in the competition to win wallet share of female consumers.

How To Lead A Great Remote Meeting

Remote meetings can be tricky to manage. Here are some tips to keep everyone focused and productive.

Can You Give Employees Company Equity?

Equity compensation or benefits can help your small business attract and retain talent. Here's how it works.

How to Give Employees Part Ownership in Your Company

Want staff to have a personal investment in your business? Start by choosing a broad-based worker ownership or stock options model.

Small Business Update: The Economy, Inflation, Retail Crime, and More

Challenges like inflation, organized retail crime, and workforce shortages have impacted small businesses across the country.

Start. Run. Grow. Setting Your Prices for Business Success

Whether you are starting a business or launching a new product, here's how to properly set prices for sustainable growth.