Promoting your business
There are lots of different ways to promote your business, whether it be paper, online or face-to-face. This section provides information on which format is right for you and how to ensure it is successful?
New updates to the Guides for Brides Business Hub
We’ve recently given our Business Hub a new makeover to make it easier, cleaner and more intuitive for businesses to use. You’ll be able to see all your latest stats up front, as well as respond to reviews directly, upgrade your advert and download tools for your own website. […]
Read more What a wedding business learned after their first year of trading
It’s often said that the first year of a new business is the hardest, and this is particularly true of the competitive wedding industry. However, learning from your peers can be a great way to ensure that your business stays afloat. Adam Šapić from the Wedding Insurance Group talks […]
Read more How to use Instagram Stories to promote your business
You may already have the hang of your business Instagram feed, but if you’re not utilising Instagram’s Stories feature, then you could be missing out! Here’s why we think you should be using Instagram Stories as part of your marketing strategy in 2019, and how to start…
Read more BrideLux Symposium and Engage! Summit – in London for 2019
This October, London will be hosting two prestigious events over 5 incredible days. Far more than just a conference, each event is intended to fully immerse the delegates in a wedding planning experience of a lifetime. This really is a brilliant time to head into London, as it’s the […]
Read more An introduction to trademark registering and copyright permissions
When it comes to setting up a business, especially in the wedding industry, ensuring that you’re abiding by copyright and trademark laws is key. From the moment you register a new business name, it’s important to know the rules. Adam from the Wedding Insurance Group discusses protecting intellectual property […]
Read more Cashback, discounts and free gifts: ideas for your special offer
The Guides for Brides Booking Bonus rewards scheme is now live and already going down a storm with savvy brides. To make the most of the scheme and increase your relevant enquiries, we always recommend offering something unique to help you stand out. Here are some suggestions, and why […]
Read more 10 reasons why a bride might be ghosting you
While for most businesses, it’s a given that not all enquiries will lead to a booking, it can be frustrating to put time and energy into following up with a bride only to get no response at all. This is particularly irritating when a bride seems to be making […]
Read more The True Cost of Weddings in the UK
In the first extensive study of the UK wedding industry, involving over 18,000 couples getting married throughout 2017 and 2018, we discovered that although some couples are spending a very significant amount on getting married, the typical cost of a wedding in the UK is closer to £12,000 for […]
Read more Scams aimed at the Wedding Industry
December 2018 Scam – Attendee List: Brides the Show Exhibitors at London Olympia’s “Brides – The Show” are being targeted by the latest scam email, below. An email from “epartnergroup” promises an attendee list of 19,628 visitors to the show. This is a scam; this email has come from […]
Read more Experienced Digital Marketing Executive
Job Summary A unique opportunity for someone who is ambitious, driven and totally passionate about all areas of digital marketing to make a big impact for a great brand. The right candidate will have experience and a deep understanding of how to get the most from PPC on Google, […]
Read more What brides REALLY want from a wedding fair
Having an insight into your target audience is key when it comes to any business, but particularly when to comes to attending wedding fairs or shows where you’ll have to appeal to a large number of couples in a short space of time. Guides for Brides writer and […]
Read more Running a competition with Guides for Brides
For a quick-win marketing boost, a well-placed competition can be just what your wedding business needs. Here at Guides for Brides we help our advertisers gain both exposure and sales leads with targeted, relevant competitions. Here’s what you need to know…
Read more How do the major Facebook changes affect your business?
Facebook is changing – again. After months of criticism, Mark Zuckerberg has announced that Facebook is significantly changing its algorithms. According to latest statements, Facebook users will start to see ‘a major change to their newsfeed’ and it’s going back to its roots, increasing social interaction between friends and […]
Read more A New Feature – Late Availability
Exciting news – we’ve got a new late availability section. Take a look at it by clicking here. Thousands of businesses are already using our calendar feature and they will automatically benefit from appearing in this additional section. If your not using the calendar feature yet, you’re missing […]
Read more PHP Web Developer Job – Apply Now
PHP Web Developer Role Permanent – Full Time – Full Stack Web Developer. Guides for Brides are a fast-growing, innovative digital company based in a stunning rural location on the edge of Wantage. We have several popular websites and apps at the core of our business, each puts brides […]
Read more Copyright infringement – don’t get caught out!
Whether it’s promoting your business on social media or creating content on your own blog, it’s vitally important to make sure that you’re not breaching copyright. Whenever you create an image or video, you have automatic copyright over that content – even if you then choose to make it […]
Read more Civil partnerships: What the new ruling could mean for the industry
You may have heard that at the end of last month, the Supreme Court ruled that a heterosexual couple should be allowed to have a civil partnership, instead of a civil or religious marriage. This has opened the doors to plenty of debate – but how exactly does a […]
Read more How to make the most out of Instagram TV
Instagram users will know how effective the image-based social site has become for business over the years, introducing paid adverts, Instagram Stories and a wealth of analytics to help us put our businesses in front of our customers. But they haven’t stopped there! Say hello to the latest Instagram […]
Read more Top Tips On Positioning Yourself Above Your Competitors
Stand out to brides by appearing on more pages and higher in the rankings; we’ll tell you how you can… Add a promotion Adding a special offer to your advert is a really effective way of attracting new customers. Not only will this attract customers but on […]
Read more Add a Special Offer
Add a special offer to your advert to entice bookings from brides looking to save money while planning their wedding.
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