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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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Founded in 1929: Gallery Collection Keeps Business Relationships Strong Through Personalized Greeting Cards

The New Jersey–based family-owned company has spent nearly a century helping businesses connect with customers, employees, and partners through customization and innovation.

The Best Credit Card Processors for Small Business

Discover the top credit card processing companies and learn about low-cost merchant services, tools, and hardware that help your small business accept credit card payments.

Who Needs a 1099? A Guide to Issuing 1099 Tax Forms

Learn who needs Form 1099, when to issue one, and how to avoid costly IRS filing mistakes.

Free or Low-Cost CRM Tools for Small Businesses

Cheap or free CRM solutions help SMBs build relationships and boost sales. Discover affordable CRM software to improve marketing and sales processes.

What Is the CliftonStrengths Assessment, and How Does It Work?

The CliftonStrengths assessment is a tool that helps individuals identify their strengths and talents.

How to Choose Between a Sole Proprietorship and an LLC

If you're starting a business, sole proprietorships and limited liability companies are two popular business structures to consider. Here's a breakdown of the pros and cons of each option.

What Is Tax Form 941, and Who Needs to File It?

You'll file Form 941 quarterly to report employee federal withholdings.

Accounting Terms Every Small Business Owner Needs To Know

Learn common financial terms and definitions to navigate small business accounting forecasts and statements like a pro.

What Is a General Partnership?

A general partnership is a business entity made of two or more partners who agree to jointly establish and run a business.

Small Business Accounting Setup

Learn how to keep books for a small business with step-by-step instructions, best practices, and essential tools.