Small Business Resource Guide for COVID-19
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At Swyft Filings, we’re working to help businesses navigate through this challenging and unusual time. Amid COVID-19, many small businesses are facing obstacles, and maybe even a few opportunities, for which there was no way to fully prepare for. We’ve created this resource guide to provide you with answers and guidance, from tips for remote workers to new business ideas requiring little to no startup costs, regardless of whether your typical operations are returning back to normal or if you’re in quarantine for the foreseeable future.
Understanding the new lay of the land
The novel coronavirus has meant very different things for different industries. Understanding how COVID-19 is impacting your industries specifically will help give you the tools to make informed decisions moving forward.
COVID-19 Industry Trends Report
Industry trends throughout Q1 2020
Notable industries affected in March
Small business relief programs
In the past couple of months, businesses have been looking to new and modified relief programs to help those who’ve had to temporarily cease operations, as well as those who’ve taken financial hits even if remaining partially open.
Small business relief programs during COVID-19
Federal small business loans and relief programs
Economic injury disaster loan
EIDL emergency advance
State and local small business resources
What you need to know about the SBA paycheck protection program
What the SBA paycheck protection program offers small businesses
How your business can utilize it
How to apply
Tips for reopening
As states begin to reopen their economies, businesses are having to decide if they’re ready to open their doors again or if they’ll continue to stay closed or offer limited services. When you do reopen, there are certain safety standards and protocols that will help ensure the safety of your employees and customers.
Tips for reopening your business safely
Cleaning and sanitation guidelines
How to maintain social distancing
Supporting the safety of employees
Employee infection preparedness
Adjusting to remote work
With large swaths of the country now working remotely for the first time, businesses have to be cognizant of maintaining productivity and engaging employees.
What we can learn from remote workers who were remote well before COVID-19
Advice for productivity
Maintaining relationships with coworkers
Creating a new routine
Ramping up communication
How to keep employees engaged when working from home
Communication tools
Modifying typical engagement activities
Sustaining your small business when profits are low
Since late February and mid-March, many businesses have experienced drastic reductions in profits, requiring owners to pivot and reduce costs where possible. The following resources contain advice from experts to manage through this season.
Tips for sustaining your small business during the COVID-19 pandemic
Continuing to serve your customers
Pivoting business operations
How to maintain transparency with employees and customers
Learning from small businesses coping strategies used during the 2008 recession
Reducing costs
Obtaining new business
Marketing strategies
Tactics for flexibility
How to take an in-person business online
Building and optimizing a website
Engaging customers through creative content
Productivity tips for slower months
Revamping your website
Creating a business plan
Acquiring new skills
Starting a business during COVID-19
It may seem counterintuitive to start a business when so many are closing. Yet, depending on the business, this may be an ideal time to get started. Learn more here:
Why you might consider starting a business in a down economy
Reduced startup costs for products, marketing, and more
Access to low-interest loans
Helping to stimulate economic recovery
How to start a home-based business
Crystalizing your idea
Choosing a business structure
Funding options
How to start a business with little to no startup money
Examples of businesses with low startup costs
Resources for getting started
Swyft Blog
Everything you need to know about starting your business.
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