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A guide to welcoming your customers and employees back to your business.

CO— is here to help.

We know that the concept of returning to work looks different for every business, so our goal is to provide small business owners like you with the resources, tips and tangible advice that you need to create the picture of what that looks like for your own unique needs.
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How to Be a Good Boss During Difficult Times

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” Christina Geist of True Geist and Boombox shares how to be a good boss in challenging times.

Productivity Tips to Get Back More of Your Day

Learn how to block time for deep focus and take repetitive tasks off your plate to get more time out of your day.

Here’s the COVID-19 Response Your Employees Expect

Safety, job security, flexibility and transparency are more vital than ever.

How to Renegotiate Your Commercial Lease

As the coronavirus pandemic continues to pressure businesses financially, now is a good time for them to renegotiate their leases. Here are four tips to help them do just that.

What to Consider Before Forming a Business Partnership

Forming a business partnership is exciting but you shouldn’t rush into this decision. If you’re considering taking on a business partner, here are six things to think about first. 

How Holiday-Themed Businesses Are Adapting to COVID-19

During the holidays, many seasonal businesses help people celebrate. Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, that hasn’t changed thanks to some businesses’ significant pivots.

How to Do a Business Valuation

If you’re looking to find out the value of your business, here are three common approaches to getting an accurate assessment.

What Are Soft Skills?

Soft skills are more important than ever, but what are they? We outlined the definition of soft skills and provided examples of ones to look for in potential employees.

How Hospitality Businesses Are Surviving the Pandemic

While many businesses have struggled to recover in the wake of COVID-19, the hospitality industry was among those hit the hardest. Read on to see how some companies successfully pivoted to survive.

How to Franchise Your Business Idea

If you’re looking to franchise your business idea, here are some pros, cons and factors to consider first.