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Welcome Back!

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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Small Business Survey Shows Pivoting Increases Positivity

Results from the most recent MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce poll and several other small business surveys prove similar in terms of how business owners are weathering COVID-19.

Text-Based Commerce Surges Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Creating and maintaining a subscriber list is key to personalized, text-based marketing that drives business.

How to Improve Your Google Search Ranking

There’s no easy fix to improve your Google search ranking, but you can use these tips to start making improvements.

Harry & David Closes Its Stores to Focus on E-Commerce

The pandemic just accelerated the 86-year-old brand’s move to close stores and focus on e-commerce and digital marketing.

How to Go Cashless Quickly

With credit cards and payment apps becoming more popular, here are the steps your business can take to become cashless quickly.

How to Write a Business Plan During a Pandemic

It’s easy to get overwhelmed during periods of uncertainty, so here are some best practices to use when planning the approach for your business.

How to Get a Loan to Buy an Existing Business

Here’s what you need to know if you are considering taking out a loan in order to purchase an existing business.

Skills Gaps: How to Identify Them in Your Business

No single person possesses all the necessary skills to run a business effectively. Identifying skills gaps, in both yourself and your team, will ensure your company can grow.

CO— Blueprint: Rebuilding Your Brand

In our eighth installment, the panel focuses on helping businesses strike the right tone with an evolving customer base.

Best Tools for Reworking Your Business Plan During the Pandemic

Small businesses have been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. These tools will help you rework your business plan.