Did you notice businesses and neighbors putting out their Halloween decorations right after Labor Day? That’s just one of the signs that, after a challenging year, people are in the mood to start celebrating the holidays early. In fact, nineteen percent of Americans say they’re going to start their holiday shopping early this year. 2020’s festivities will be decidedly different from previous seasons, and businesses should start preparing now to capture shopping potential. Use these five ideas to get ready to serve early shoppers and ring in holiday sales.

In this series, we learn from small businesses across the country how they are adapting in the world of COVID-19. My business, The Queen’s Cups, started out of my parent’s kitchen in 2011. By 2012, I opened a small store front in my hometown of Millbury, MA on a whim after graduating from Worcester State University with a degree in Psychology. After a few years, we started to outgrow our space and moved to the historic Canal District in Worcester, MA. Our business specializes in gourmet cupcakes and handcrafted desserts that are made with love and baked fresh daily.

For the first time in a long time, the United States has entered a new era of cleaning.  During uncertain times, it’s more important than ever to be confident in the safety of your place of business.

Is your team transitioning from WFH to IRL? Follow these tips to ensure your office is safe and healthy as your team heads back to the office, from the breakroom to the boardroom.