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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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3 Things You Need to Know About Accounting Software

From artificial intelligence to cash flow projections, here are the top aspects of accounting software business owners should know and understand.

Defining a Mobile Business Strategy With Progressive Web Apps

Drew Lau, VP of product management for Mobify, tells CO— how several of his clients are creating user-friendly web experiences to foster customer relationships without the need for an app.

Entrepreneur Q&A with CEO of Rihm Family Companies

In this Growth Studio Spotlight, we ask Kari Rihm, president & CEO of Minn.-based Kenworth dealership, for her advice on entrepreneurial decisions, including hiring employees and increasing clientele.

HR Compliance Trends for Small Businesses

ADP experts weigh in on small business HR compliance around current legislation on sexual harassment training, legal cannabis and other hot-button issues.

Uber Focuses on Safety with Former State Police Officer in Leadership Role

Tracey Breeden’s 15-year career in law enforcement is called into play as head of global women's safety and gender-based violence programs.

5 Business Practices that Build Strong B2B Relationships

Convenience isn’t the only thing that attracts B2B customers. The founders of Merchology, a company shaking up the logo-embellished corporate gear business, offer their best B2B relationship tips.

Merchology Reinvents Gear Business by Betting on Brands, ECommerce

The Minnetonka, Minn.-based company is helping businesses buy better promo products by reinventing the advertising specialty industry.

Small Business Index Finds Lag in Hiring

Many small businesses don’t plan to increase hiring in 2019, Small Business Index reports.

How Augmented Reality Is Driving the Evolution of Brands Like Wayfair

The furniture retailer hints about what’s ahead for selling home goods to beauty products.

How to Improve Cybersecurity on a Budget

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” CO— consults Aviram Jenik, founder and CEO of Beyond Security, on the basics of protecting a small business’s cyber network while on a budget.