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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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Fashionphile, Whatnot, and Ithaca Hummus Convert Personalize Customer Service

As consumers increasingly demand more tailored experiences, brands are rethinking how to deliver personalization at scale. The resale, live shopping, and food businesses share their success strategies for doing just that.

How to Calculate Credit Card Processing Fees

Use our step-by-step guide to determine how much your business spends processing payments.

Salon Software Options for Beauty Shops

A salon management system improves operations while enhancing client experiences. Learn what popular platforms offer and explore top solutions.

How Buzzy Apparel Startup Mifland Achieved Profitable Growth Without the Conventional Wholesale Route to Scaling

Founder Tobi Egberongbe’s novel path to success holds valuable lessons for other startups on building a multimillion-dollar business via DTC sales, pop-up shops, and partnerships with brands like Nike and Adidas.

Developing Strong Leaders in Your Small Business

Help your small business grow by developing strong leaders. Learn how to mentor, delegate, build feedback habits, and strengthen transferable skills.

Questions to Ask During an Interview (With Examples)

Learn how to evaluate candidates’ skills, mindset, and real-world performance with the right interview questions.

Soft Skills: What They Are and How to Hire For Them

Learn what soft skills are, why they matter, and how to hire the right fit with strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability.

Important Elements of a White Paper Template

Creating a white paper is easier with the right template. Include these critical elements in your white paper template.

Small Business Background Check Guide and Compliance Steps

Learn how to run compliant background checks, what data to include, and how to verify candidates to protect your small business from hiring risks.

5 Startups That Are Leveraging AI to Help Drive Growth for Businesses Large and Small

These tech startups are tackling challenges ranging from employee training, customer reviews, and product demand forecasting with solutions designed to fit businesses of all sizes.