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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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Best Tips for Welcoming Employees Back to Work

Want to give your employees a warm welcome back to the office? These six tips will help improve employee morale on the first day back to work.

How to Know When It’s Time to Hire Your First Employee

Here’s how to determine if it’s time to hire your first employee for your business.

Sustainable Textile Company Supports the Local Farming Community

Kitchen Garden Textiles founder Heidi Barr shares how she pivoted her passion into sustainable products and thrives through community engagement.

Pinterest and Shutterfly Bet on the ‘Creator Economy’ to Drive Growth

The internet and Gen Z are fueling demand for unique products and services from a growing group of influencers, artisans and small businesses — and big brands are heeding their call.

How to Offer Employee Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement programs can foster employee retention as well as the professional growth of a business's team. Here’s how to offer tuition reimbursement to your employees.

How to Tell the Origin Story of Your Business

A compelling brand story helps people connect with, remember and trust you. The most iconic origin stories focus on the “why” behind how your company came to be.

Best Practices for Hybrid Meetings

Hybrid staff meetings can be a pain, but they don’t have to be. Discover how to host effective hybrid meetings for your employees.

‘Be Patient and Ask for Help’: Continual Growth Is Key in Business

According to Grow with Google digital coach Justin Dawkins, entrepreneurs shouldn’t give up so quickly if they don’t see immediate results.

How to Communicate a Product Discontinuation to Customers

Are you discontinuing a product? It could be a touchy subject if not handled properly. Here’s how to tell your customers that you’ve moved on from their favorite product.

How to Create an Effective Company Reporting Structure

There are many organizational models you can use to establish your reporting structure, depending on the maturity and goals of your business.