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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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Successful Startups Founded by Entrepreneurs Over 50

These nine flourishing startups were founded by entrepreneurs over the age of 50, which proves that success can come at any age.

What Is Rotational Training?

A rotational training program can increase employee engagement and break down silos at work. Learn how to start your own program.

How to Create Advancement Opportunities for Employees

Want to reduce turnover at your small business? Here’s how to help staff progress professionally.

How to Develop a Plan for Fractional Hiring

Fractional hiring takes some planning on the part of you and your team members. Here’s how to get started with fractional hiring.

How Sally Beauty Maximized Worker Productivity and Modernized Its Store Operations

The 5,000-store beauty supply retailer brought its payroll and store management systems into the digital age, yielding lessons for businesses large and small.

How to Welcome Employees Back to Work

Here are eight ways that business leaders can welcome their employees back to work in person and in the office.

How Startups Are Monetizing the Booming Food Waste Business

Tech platforms Misfits Market, Too Good to Go and Goodr connect food companies with opportunities to divert their waste and improve their bottom lines at the same time.

Best Pricing Models for Membership Businesses

Membership programs come in many different structures and pricing models. Find which one is right for your business.

How to Strategically Lower Prices at Your Business

Lowering prices seems straightforward, but if you do it strategically, you can attract more customers and benefit your business's bottom line.

Employer's Guide to Unemployment Benefits

No matter if your company is large or small, it’s important to understand exactly how the unemployment insurance system works and what happens when a former employee files for benefits.