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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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Human-Centric Hiring: How to Do It

In this edition of "Ask the Board," we asked Heidi Golledge, Founder and CEO of Jobot, a staffing solutions company, how companies can create a more human hiring process.

A Guide to Outsourcing Your Accounting Tasks

If finance isn't your strong suit, it may be wise to outsource your business's accounting tasks to a professional. Our guide can help you get started.

What Is Accounts Receivable?

Accounts receivable refers to the incoming money owed to a business for products or services, and is a vital part of a company’s balance sheet.

Big Hiring Trends for 2025

AI, skills hiring, and employee value propositions are all key hiring trends to know in 2025.

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 and Why Recession-Proof Your Business Concept

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we asked Kelly Tope, Senior Director of Franchise Development at FullSpeed Automotive®, to share her thoughts on why you should invest in a recession-proof concept for your small business.

How to Start a Small Business at Home

Use these six steps to start and grow a home-based business.

How Camille Rose Became the No. 1 Black Woman-Owned Brand for Textured Hair

Founder Janell Stephens won over retailers from Target to Ulta without compromising the quality of her ingredients or her formulas.

How to Create A Balance Sheet

A balance sheet provides a snapshot of your finances and is one of the most important documents for your business. Here are some tips on how to create your company's balance sheet.

How to Create a Stockholders' Equity Statement

A stockholders' equity statement is a financial document that illustrates the changes in value to a shareholder's ownership in a company. Here's how to create one.