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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 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.

Startup Something Better Foods Brings Plant-Based Soul Food to Whole Foods

The founder of startup manufacturer Something Better Foods shares how he broke into big retail with a plant-based soul food line that’s a 20-year-long labor of love born from loss.

Inexpensive Employee Benefits and Perks for Startups

If you’re just starting out as a business, here are some attractive yet affordable perks you can offer your workers.

How to Hire a Temporary Employee

Short on staff and need temporary help? Here’s how to fill the role.

How to Communicate a Price Increase to Customers

Rising costs can require raising your prices. How do you approach this touchy subject with your customers? Read on for some tips and tricks.

How to Become a Certified Sustainable Business

Find out what it means to be a certified sustainable business and how your business can become one.

Retail Executives Share Growth Strategies This Holiday Season

The holidays are a key time to share your brand’s core message and innovations with customers, according to six executives from top consumer brands.