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January 17, 2023 Updated Feature: Your Alert to Customers About Paying via Telephone
How to let customers know that your store will call them to receive payment for their order.
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Updated Feature: Your Alert to Customers About Paying via Telephone
How to let customers know that your store will call them to receive payment for their order.
January 17, 2023
Some Bridge merchants do not accept credit cards online. The merchant calls the customer (after they placed the order) to collect the customer's credit card information. For merchants that do not accept cards online, your Bridge has an updated feature that makes it  easier for customers to expect a call from the store.  A customer will now see a banner with a green telephone icon on the final checkout page. The banner displays this message:

"After you click the Place Order ...
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January 6, 2023 2023 ✨
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2023 ✨
January 6, 2023
New Year's resolution: Start a Courtly Check collection. 🖤
Wishing you a bright and beautiful 2023! Cheers!  View Post
January 3, 2023 Networking in Dallas
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Networking in Dallas
January 3, 2023
At the Dallas trade show this week, I’ll be sporting our new Shop Local t-shirt.  In flight to the show, I’ll be reading how network effects help businesses, including retail shops. Indie shops and network effects go hand in hand. Retailers can effectively grow via network programs, including Bridge’s Product Syncing service and referral and affiliate programs.   To learn how networks can help your business, I recommend picking up a copy of The Cold ...
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December 28, 2022 Referrals: Johnny Softwareseed 👨‍🌾 🍎
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Referrals: Johnny Softwareseed 👨‍🌾 🍎
December 28, 2022
In the book The Cold Start Problem, Andrew Chen says that the 'network effect’ is really three effects: 
  • The acquisition effect 
  • The engagement effect
  • The monetization effect 

In the beginning, a business seeking to build a network has to concentrate on acquiring users, even if they are non-paying. Companies often give away the service, especially software companies, and we can see that with Facebook, Slack, TikTok, and many others.  Bridge didn’t do ...
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December 26, 2022 Congress Aims to Stop the Online Sale of Stolen Goods
Congress Aims to Stop the Online Sale of Stolen Goods
December 26, 2022
Thieves have increased their activities since the pandemic started. In 2021, retail theft was up 40% shared The Wall St. Journal.  Many stolen goods wind up on for sale on Amazon and Ebay. To combat this, two Congress people have proposed requiring sellers of more than $5,000 in goods or 200 transactions to reveal more information about themselves. 

Learn more about the INFORM Consumers Act here:
https://www.americanactionforum.org/insight/inform-consumers-act-a-measured-step-to-...
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December 21, 2022 Celebrate the Season with a Trio of Holiday Giftables from Beatriz Ball
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Celebrate the Season with a Trio of Holiday Giftables from Beatriz Ball
December 21, 2022
Handmade and artfully designed Beatriz Ball items at irresistible prices, each packaged in a lovely gift box.

Make someone—or yourself—happy with these charming Holiday gift items from Beatriz Ball!
·     With its shimmering surface and wonderful wintertime details, Beatriz Ball's GIFTABLES Holiday Sled Cracker Tray offers an easy and stylish solution for serving crackers throughout the Holiday Season and all winter long. With charming styling ...
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December 17, 2022 Shop Local in the wild
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Shop Local in the wild
December 17, 2022
Seasons greetings from the PNW everyone! I was out shopping today and came across a sign in the wild promoting Shop Local, a concept near and dear to us and something we have believed in from the inception of the company..helping support local businesses in a way that's beneficial to all. So much so that we began transitioning Bridge to ShopLocal earlier this year.

This particular sign was in a mall similar to one that you may have near you. Having been decimated by big name brands pulling up...
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December 15, 2022 Next Generation ⏩️
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Next Generation ⏩️
December 15, 2022
When we brainstorm about making Bridge better, we want to turn over every stone. We explore many avenues, from increasing collaboration to lowering product prices to enhancing marketing. What if an improvement was right in front of us—constant to all of these concepts? Regardless of what feature we offer, there is one constant: navigation. Navigation is fundamental to allowing members to easily find what they need—and discover what they didn’t know they needed. 

If...
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December 7, 2022 Savannah Bee and Ivystone Team Up For National Representation 🐝 🗺️
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Savannah Bee and Ivystone Team Up For National Representation 🐝 🗺️
December 7, 2022
I was happy to learn that our friends at Savannah Bee and Ivystone have expanded their relationship. Savannah Bee, a partner in our Bridge Product Syncing service, has expanded its representation with Ivystone, also a Bridge partner, to cover more sales regions. Ivystone will now cover the honey brand across the country, supplementing the brand with 85 sales reps. (Previously, Ivystone only represented the brand in the Northeast.)

Please read the press release below.


Savannah Bee Company...
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November 28, 2022 It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year !! 🎄
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It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year !! 🎄
November 28, 2022
We are delighted to introduce our Estrela Holiday Collection!

🎄Estrela, a stunning snowy landscape is the backdrop for this beautiful winter scene. Snow covered pine trees sparkle with the lights from the stars up above. A falling star is ready for your Christmas wish. A magical night is just beginning!  

🎄Estrela Natal, our handmade Christmas trees are the perfect complement for your Estrela table. Handcrafted in Portugal, many hours are spent perfecting each tree. What a ...
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November 21, 2022 Reaganomics: Show Me the Money 📝
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Reaganomics: Show Me the Money 📝
November 21, 2022
Ronald Reagan said, “If you’re explaining, you’re losing.”  Reaganomics usually refers to tax cuts and trickle down economics, yet I propose that we take the Gipper’s quote and ask: How can simplicity contribute to a business's success?

When we share what leading companies do, we can often skip an explanation and sum it up in a brief sentence. Examples:
  • Walmart offers low prices.
  • Facebook connects us.
  • Hyatt offers a place to sleep.
  • Amazon offers
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November 11, 2022 'Tis The Season!
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'Tis The Season!
November 11, 2022
It's never too early to start planning for the Ho-Ho-Holidays and we have lots of new introductions that are perfect for it!

Our Noel print Napkins are getting a placemat companion, available in 2 different design options: Reversible 15" Round Mat which features a fun Tartan pattern on the other side, and a 16" Round Mat which features our vintage Christmas print on both sides. They are also available as Serving Trays.

Our popular Halo line is also getting a Holiday edition with ...
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November 9, 2022 Exciting New Arrivals!
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Exciting New Arrivals!
November 9, 2022
We have lots of exciting new introductions today! Starting with our Flare Placemats, they feature a beautiful embroidery work that's subtle, yet eye-catching. Perfect for Holiday gatherings, while still being versatile for everyday use! They pair beautifully with our brand-new napkin rings: Faceted Stone and Pompom. View Post
November 8, 2022 Mention Bridge in Your Price List or Catalog - Receive $250.00
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Mention Bridge in Your Price List or Catalog - Receive $250.00
November 8, 2022
FOR BRANDS

Bridge is offering a new promotion where your brand will earn $250.00 when you mention your Bridge membership in your price list or catalog.

Details:
  • Display Bridge's ShopLocal.org logo in your price list or catalog.  Suggested text: “More easily sell our products by joining us on Bridge. To join, please visit http://www.ShopLocal.org.” 
  • Please email us a copy of your price list or catalog.
  • We’ll send you a check for $250.
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October 25, 2022 Gogh Big or Gogh Home 🖼
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Gogh Big or Gogh Home 🖼
October 25, 2022
We work hard each day, and likely don’t mind if others notice.  We want others to see the ingenuity of our software. But what if that wasn’t the case? If you want an example of someone that got passed by, just ask Van Gogh.  Yeah, thaaaaat world-famous, earless, impressionist artist whose work today graces the walls of countless museums.  The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) is currently running an exhibition showcasing how the world missed appreciating Van Gogh’s...
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October 25, 2022 Enjoy Your Fall Coffee
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Enjoy Your Fall Coffee
October 25, 2022
Whether you’re a regular coffee drinker or just starting out, the best way to enjoy a cup when the sunlight paints us gold is by lending an organic, tropical note to the table. Explore the freshness of this earthy woven placemat featuring exquisite workmanship with brown beads made from natural wood. Its pronounced classic grain brings the perfect touch to complete your tablescape. Handmade from exotic vines. Set of 4.


CALAISIO
natural elegance, extraordinary durability
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October 24, 2022 Bridge Helps Indie Stores Rank on Page 1 of Google in 76% of States
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Bridge Helps Indie Stores Rank on Page 1 of Google in 76% of States
October 24, 2022
NEW YORK, NY, Oct. 24, 2022 – Bridge, an e-commerce community, reported that it's helping indie stores rank on page one of Google in 76% of states for wedding gift purchases. The findings are based on a recent study that Bridge conducted regarding wedding registry purchasing. 

Study Findings:
  • For 38 state searches, Bridge Stores appeared on page one of Google. This represents 76% of all states.  When just calculating the states in which Bridge has clients (48),
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October 21, 2022 Checkered Decor 🏁
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Checkered Decor 🏁
October 21, 2022
On the menu: our newest sets! 👨‍🍳
This season we launched some new serveware sets to get you started in the kitchen. View Post
October 18, 2022 Fall Entertaining Tablescape
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Fall Entertaining Tablescape
October 18, 2022
Love the treats blooming in this organic entertaining serving beauty with a glass surface. A timeless serving platter handwoven from natural vines that makes your favorite starter all the more appetizing. This mini serving tray is a delicious idea for your Halloween entertaining! 14”L x 5”W x 0.75”H.  Available in other shapes and sizes.


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natural elegance, extraordinary durability
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October 12, 2022 Search Party 🔦
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Search Party 🔦
October 12, 2022
Google is often considered the first stop when searching for information. Looking for a product? You'll likely head to Amazon.com, where due to its 350m product listings, 25% of purchases reportedly start. Facebook will be your go-to for finding friends and family due to its 2b profiles of people.  Airbnb lets you search 5.6m places to stay.  These businesses are likely your choice because people want a massive selection when conducting a search.  Many of the world's most ...
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