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Guide to IP for Small Business Owners
Discover what constitutes intellectual property (IP) for small businesses, how to protect it properly, and what to do in the event of suspected infringement.
By: Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

What Is a General Partnership?
A general partnership is a business entity made of two or more partners who agree to jointly establish and run a business.
By: Emily Heaslip

Business Continuity: Small Business Planning and Considerations
Can your company operate amid disruptions? Business continuity planning ensures the answer is yes.
By: Jessica Elliott

How to Prepare Your Small Business for Black Friday
Creating a marketing plan, checking your inventory, and optimizing your site for mobile shopping will ensure your small business is ready for Black Friday.
By: Kaytlyn Smith

How to Assess Your Competitors’ Strengths and Weaknesses
Score your competitors by stepping into a customer’s shoes to get an objective look at their products, positioning, pricing, and more.
By: Emily Heaslip

Business Lessons From Hallmark Christmas Movies
From struggling Christmas tree farms to bakeries on the brink of closure, the challenges felt by the small businesses at the center of these movies offer business lessons to all.
By: CO Staff

Family Businesses Are Growing and Planning for the Future
Many family-owned businesses are also small businesses, and two new surveys reveal how they’re planning for the future.
By: Erica Sweeney

What Is an Annual Report, and How Do You File It?
Many states require businesses to file an annual report to stay in good standing. Here’s what to include and how to stay compliant.
By: Jamie Johnson

Executive Job Titles: What Do They Mean?
Job titles often differ depending on the company's size and the industry, but here are some of the most common executive job titles and what they do.
By: Emily Heaslip

How to Write an Emergency Preparedness Plan
Every business owner should prepare for the next big emergency. Learn how to write an emergency preparedness plan using these seven steps.
By: Jessica Elliott

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