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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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CO— Blueprint: Planning Through Uncertainty

In this episode of CO— Blueprint, we discuss best practices for business owners who are looking beyond today’s tough times and planning for the future.

SBA Programs Every Business Owner Should Know About

The U.S. Small Business Administration offers opportunities for federal contracting dollars, grants and more to numerous small companies each year through these seven programs.

Tips for Creating a Recession-Proof Business Plan

Learn the necessary steps for creating a recession-proof business plan.

Warehouses Increase Robotic Automation Amid COVID-19

Companies seek e-commerce efficiency and worker safety through robotics.

Target CEO: How Protests & COVID-19 Are Changing Retail

Brian Cornell says the nation’s eighth largest retailer — and the entire industry — must drive change and say ‘enough’ to racial injustice.

Steps to Building a Personal Brand to Support Your Business

By attracting and engaging potential customers, your personal brand can be one of your biggest secrets to success.

Return-to-Work Services for Employees Coming Back During COVID-19

Companies that are reopening while COVID-19 continues may want to adopt a return-to-work service that can help them track employee health and assess risk.

How to Write a Career Development Plan to Your Employees

Investing in the growth of your employees will help your business remain competitive and improve your employee retention. Here are seven steps you can take to get started.

How to Use Social Media to Attract Customers After COVID-19

Helpful tips include going live on Instagram and Facebook, creating and hosting a social media event and updating your business information on Google My Business.

How to Pitch Investors After COVID-19

Entrepreneurs who are pitching investors in the post-coronavirus age must be able to prove their business is viable and profitable in the current environment.