Chicago Business Resources

Independent consultants can use their time effectively, even without an accountability partner, with these 4 core time management principles.

Businesses that have closed, even temporarily, won’t be seen as closed in the eyes of the state. They are considered active until they file for a dissolution.

SCORE Mentor Hal Shelton created this checklist of lessons learned while mentoring clients during Covid-19.

Whether you have an e-commerce site or not, now is a good time to make sure your site is ready for growth due to the coronavirus limitations.

Due to COVID-19, the government created tax relief changes, including a payroll tax deferral, 3 new business tax credits, and new federal tax filing deadlines.

Despite reduced marketing budgets due to the spread of COVID-19, digital marketing channels will still dominate.

Few industries are more affected than the cleaning industry, which is providing inspiring examples of successful adaptation.

Are you reopening your retail store after COVID-19 closures? Use this checklist to reopen your store while keeping yourself, employees and shoppers safe. Read more

Are you reopening your restaurant after COVID-19 closures? Use this checklist to reopen your restaurant while keeping yourself, employees and diners safe. Read more

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act provided a variety of financial assistance to businesses, including for health expenses.

While most e-commerce transactions take place on websites, there’s been a surge in social shopping or social commerce for the past several years.

In this post, we will define SWOT Analysis, explain why you need one, and show you how to do it. Plus, there will be plenty of examples along the way.