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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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8 Small Business Month Events to Register for Now

Focus on your business by participating in virtual workshops and webinars in May.

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4 Things to Do During Small Business Month to Grow Your Company

Want to scale your business? Achieve your goals with these core growth strategies and activities.

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19 Free Resources for Small Businesses to Leverage Year-Round

Many organizations provide support and online tools for small business owners and employees. Take advantage of these free resources during Small Business Month and throughout the year.

Event Replays:

5 Key Takeaways from CO—’s Ready. Set. Scale. Small Business Day Edition

In this special Ready. Set. Scale. event, small business experts and leaders share insights on the economy, marketing and growth trends, AI, and more.

Ready.Set.Scale Event Series for Small Businesses

Ready. Set. Scale. How Small Business Can Leverage AI

Are you hesitant to implement AI in your small business? Experts discuss why it’s less of a challenge — and more beneficial — than you may think.

Ready.Set.Scale Event Series for Small Businesses

Ready. Set. Scale. Smart Tax Tips for a Stress-Free Filing

Discover expert tax and financial planning strategies for small businesses, from ensuring healthy cash flow to aligning business goals and financial decisions.

Business Resources

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Considering Starting a Business Later in Life? Here are 4 Resources for Older Entrepreneurs

For business owners who are launching later in life, there are plenty of available resources for older entrepreneurs.

Build Your Reputation

Human Resources

How to Build Your Reputation as a Great Employer

An employer brand helps you attract and retain top talent. Here’s how to build an enticing employer brand.

Funding Options

Business Financing Choosing the Best Funding Strategy for Your Business
Business Financing A Guide to Funding Your Business at Every Stage
Business Financing 4 Experts Share Their Business Funding Strategies

Preventing Burnout

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4 Things That Cause Entrepreneurial Burnout — And How to Avoid Them

You don’t have to live in a constant state of burnout — here are four causes of entrepreneurial burnout and how to avoid them.

Business Directories

Marketing 5 Small Business Listings to Boost Your Online Presence

Getting Certified

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A Guide to Business Certifications for Small Business Owners

Obtaining business certifications can give you access to more opportunities. Here are some of those certifications and how to apply.

Strategy How to Become a Certified Sustainable Business

Small Business Success

Growth Studio 5 Small Businesses Answering the Call for Alcohol-Free Bars
Growth Studio 5 Small Chocolatiers That Have Found Sweet Success
Growth Studio 6 Small Movie Theaters Still Thriving in 2024
Growth Studio 5 Beachy Small Businesses That Make It Feel Like Summer All Year Long
Growth Studio 6 Small Businesses That Have Mastered the Art of Upcycling
Growth Studio 5 Small Businesses That Honor Veterans and Active Military Year-Round

Cash Flow

Finance

Cash Flow: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Maintain It

Cash flow is critical to the success of any business. Learn more about what it is, why it matters, and how your business can maintain a positive cash flow.

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5 Tips for Ensuring Your Business Has Enough Cash on Hand

Ensuring your business has enough cash on hand is a crucial way to protect your company and employees. Here’s what you need to know.

Tech Must-Haves

Technology 5 Must-Have Technologies for a Brand New Business
Technology Investing in Tech: How to Decide on the Technology Your Startup Needs
Technology 4 Types Of Technology That Can Help Grow Your Sales
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The Tech Advantage: How Leveraging Technology Benefits Businesses
In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we feature Tim Vogel, CEO and Founder of Scenthound, a membership-based grooming franchise with a focus on wellness. Tim discusses the importance of technology for small business owners.
By: Anna Baluch

How AI Tech Startup Whippy Beat the Odds to Turn a Profit in Its First Year
Tapping into the surging market for AI agents that automate companies' marketing and customer service functions, the B2B startup secured big annual contracts by solving business pain points at scale.
By: CO Staff

Buying in Wholesale for Your Business
Working with a wholesaler and bulk buying are two strategies that can save your retail business money.
By: Emily Heaslip

How to Hire Employees for Your Business
Read our comprehensive guide on sourcing, vetting, and hiring the right team members for your small business.
By: Emily Heaslip

What Is an Order Fulfillment Service?
Order fulfillment services for e-commerce businesses handle the logistics of getting a product to the customer. Here’s how they work.
By: Emily Heaslip

Passive Income Small Business Ideas
These passive income business ideas can help entrepreneurs increase their cash flow, financial security, and long-term savings.
By: Kirsten Capunay

What Is Evergreen Content and When to Use It
Evergreen content is a great way to drive sustained, long-term traffic to your site. Here's how to use it.
By: Emily Heaslip

How a Nature-Based End-of-Life Startup Is Innovating in the Deathcare Industry
Better Place Forests offers an alternative to traditional cemetery burial, which Americans are increasingly demanding, and is growing via content, key partnerships, and by building a complete set of end-of-life solutions.
By: Deborah Lynn Blumberg

Beauty's Go-To Chemist Shares How He Built His Own Blockbuster Brand in BeautyStat
Without a mammoth marketing budget, Ron Robinson’s startup has become a top performer at Ulta Beauty.
By: Faye Brookman

Small Businesses Selling Budget-Friendly Bridal Gowns
These secondhand bridal salons give shoppers the power to practice environmental consciousness, save money, and give their beloved wedding dresses a second chance.
By: Emily Iverson

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