I’m often asked “Is BridalLive internet-based?” and in my answer I explain the pros and cons to internet-based software. So I thought I’d write this blog post for those of you who has been contemplating the desktop vs. internet-based question when selecting a software program to run your bridal shop. This list of pros and [...]
5 characteristics of high performing websites
I recently did a ‘study’ that you’ll be interested in. Last week, I looked at the top 10 performing web sites of retailers using BridalLive’s Internet Marketing Tools. My analysis showed 5 characteristics that these websites share. Where does your website rank? Let’s get to it. Trait #1: Use Video Video is one of the [...]
AMEX Open Forum Article – 7 Steps to Creating a Marketing System
I came across an article on the AMEX Open Forum that I thought you’d like to read. It’s written by the author of Duct Tape Marketing and highlights 7 important steps of establishing marketing system. Click Here to read article My favorite step is #6 – Drive a lead conversion system. Are you building a [...]
What you need to know about the latest Google local changes
I came across an article that you may find helpful when it comes time to improve your ability to ‘Get found’ online. It looks like Google has made some changes to their Google Local that you should know about. Click here to see the list of tweaks
5th Annual Retailer Bridal Convention – Tampa, FL
The 5th Annual Bridal Convention (for Retailers only) is happening in Tampa, FL on 12/4/2010 – 12/8/2010. If you haven’t yet registered for the event, jump over to www.bridalconvention.net to sign up! This seminar is put on by the Better Bridal Group so you know there will be a ton of idea sharing. If you [...]
Ella Park Bridal owner speaks about BridalLive
This week at Chicago, I met up with Mike Daniel who owns Ella Park Bridal in bridal and formal wear store Newburgh, IN. He was one of BridalLive’s first customers and has helped shape many of the features in the software. Here’s what he had to say about BridalLive.
Announcing BridalLive v2.0 – Update now because it's free.
In Version 2.0 you will find many new features, some you’ve requested and others were created to soothe the pains I’ve had in my own store. Let’s have a look at the most notable features and how they can help you increase profits and build traffic. Event Item Registry In this version, you can create [...]
Bridal Image talks about their experience with BridalLive
I was lucky enough to meet up with Colin and Angela from Bridal Image a bridal salon San Francisco, CA. They stopped by to say ‘Hi’ and check out the upcoming features in BridalLive 2.0. Here’s what they had to say
I've changed the name of our blog
I’ve just returned from Chicago Market and based on the feedback received from independent bridal shop owners, I’ve decided to change the name of this blog to “Bridal Shop Meets Internet”. After the first day of speaking with shop owners is became clear that many of us are struggling to effectively use technology/internet to build [...]
Retailer Spotlight – Pure Brides
courtesy: Pure Brides Over the past few months I’ve had the privilege of working with Anna and Gemma from Pure Brides in Norwich, Norfolk UK. Pure Brides carries fabulous Wedding Dresses, Bridal Gowns in Norwich, Norfolk. Anna and Gemma have been instrumental in providing feedback and suggestions for BridalLive enhancements; especially for the UK. Many [...]
