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<!--Generated by Squarespace V5 Site Server v5.13.166 (http://www.squarespace.com) on Thu, 20 Jun 2013 09:10:35 GMT--><rss xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" version="2.0"><channel><title>News, views &amp; comments</title><link>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/</link><description></description><lastBuildDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2013 14:01:33 +0000</lastBuildDate><copyright></copyright><language>en-GB</language><generator>Squarespace V5 Site Server v5.13.166 (http://www.squarespace.com)</generator><item><title>Ascott Beauty Rebrand</title><category>Ascott Beauty rebrand</category><category>Brand Identity</category><category>Design</category><dc:creator>BGL</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2013 11:57:50 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/2013/4/12/ascott-beauty-rebrand.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1155544:13472376:33321296</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.bglc.co.uk/storage/news/Ascott-Beauty-Clinic-Logo-Black.jpg" alt="Ascott Beauty" width="208" height="66" /></span></span></p>
<p>Ascott Beauty commissioned us to create a new brochure for them, and to refresh their brand identity.</p>
<p>We designed and developed a luxurious feel to their new brochure to fit in with their marketplace. Ascott Beauty Clinic is one of Beckenham's leading beauty salons, so it was essential that the new brand would fit in with their client demographics.</p>
<p>The client is very pleased with the result. The brochures have been produced, and they have found a very warm response to them from their clients.</p>
<p><br /><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.bglc.co.uk/storage/news/Ascott-Beauty-2.jpg" alt="Ascott Beauty" width="429" height="307" /></span></span></p>
<p><br />If you feel your brand needs a bit of a refresh, then why not <a href="http://www.bglc.co.uk/contact/">get in touch</a>, and see if we can help you look better in your marketplace.<span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.bglc.co.uk/storage/news/Ascott Beauty Clinic Logo Black.eps?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1365769850922" alt="" /></span></span></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/rss-comments-entry-33321296.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Berthold Bauer's new website now live</title><category>Squarespace</category><category>Website Design</category><category>Website design</category><dc:creator>BGL</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:05:26 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/2013/4/5/berthold-bauers-new-website-now-live.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1155544:13472376:33252831</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.bbvat.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.bglc.co.uk/storage/clients/BB-VAT-Logo1.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1365409796776" alt="" /></span></span></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.bbvat.co.uk/" target="_blank">Berthold Bauer VAT Consultants</a> commissioned us to <a href="http://www.bglc.co.uk/easily-editable-websites/">design and create</a> a corporate <a href="http://www.bglc.co.uk/easily-editable-websites/">website</a> that freshened up their <a href="http://www.bglc.co.uk/company-branding/">brand</a> and showcased the company&rsquo;s services and staff in a way that would appeal to prospective customers.</p>
<p><br />We <a href="http://www.bglc.co.uk/creative-development/">designed and developed</a> their <a href="http://www.bglc.co.uk/easily-editable-websites/">website</a>, which was built using <a href="http://www.squarespace.com/" target="_blank">Squarespace</a>, a content management system that would enable them to update text, images and news stories internally. We chose the <a href="http://www.squarespace.com/" target="_blank">Squarespace</a> platform which is cost-effective, search engine friendly and simple to update by the client.<br /><br />The <a href="http://www.bglc.co.uk/creative-development/">creative approach</a> was to keep the site clean and functional for simple navigation and appeal, whilst keeping copy to a minimum reflecting the financial nature of the client&rsquo;s industry.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.bbvat.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.bglc.co.uk/storage/news/BBVAT-Header-image.jpg" alt="Berthold Bauer VAT Consultants" /></span></span></a><a href="http://www.bbvat.co.uk" target="_blank">www.bbvat.co.uk&gt;&gt;</a></p>
<p>If you would like us to quote on building your website, please <a href="http://www.bglc.co.uk/contact/">Get in Touch</a> with us.<br /><strong>It's never as expensive as you may think!</strong></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/rss-comments-entry-33252831.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>One of our branding moments...</title><category>Brand Identity</category><category>Moments Catering</category><dc:creator>BGL</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2013 17:29:10 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/2013/2/27/one-of-our-branding-moments.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1155544:13472376:32880874</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>BGL Communications are currently in the middle of an exciting new brand identity project.</p>
<p><span><img src="http://www.bglc.co.uk/storage/news/Moments-logo.jpg" alt="Moments Brand Identity" /></span></p>
<p>Our client - Moments Catering - have signed off their new logo (above), and we are now in the process of designing their brochures and website.<br />Moments Catering will specialise in event catering within the UK and overseas.</p>
<p>Keep checking back for further developments as we get them signed off.</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/rss-comments-entry-32880874.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>WIN an iPhone 5</title><category>Social Media</category><category>Win an iPhone 5</category><dc:creator>BGL</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jan 2013 19:09:30 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/2013/1/7/win-an-iphone-5.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1155544:13472376:32490323</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>We are currently running a 'Win an iPhone 5' competition for one of our clients on their Facebook page.</p>
<p>So why not take the opportunity and see if you can be the lucky one to win this fabulous prize.</p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: 120%;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/cheapmobilephonesfanpage/app_197602066931325"><span class="full-image-inline ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.bglc.co.uk/storage/news/Win-iPhone5-header.png" alt="Win an iPhone 5" /></span></span><br /><br />CLICK HERE TO ENTER &raquo;&raquo;</a></span></strong></p><p></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/rss-comments-entry-32490323.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>What should brand identity development cost?</title><category>Brand Identity</category><category>How much does it cost</category><dc:creator>BGL</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 2012 22:05:36 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/2012/9/25/what-should-brand-identity-development-cost.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1155544:13472376:29344728</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span><img src="http://www.bglc.co.uk/storage/news/5pound.jpg" alt="How much does brand identity cost?" /></span><br /><br />Now this is a tough one!</p>
<p>How much is it worth to the company that you need to give these costs? <br />How much does the company you are dealing with value your services?<br />How big is the company?<br />What is their budget?</p>
<p>We have found very interesting article on this.<br /><a href="http://www.pullinc.com/what-should-corporate-identity-development-cost/" target="_blank">PLEASE READ &raquo;&raquo;</a></p>
<p>Your thoughts and comments would be much appreciated, as we find the answer impossible!</p>
<p>Let us know by replying to this post - Thanks</p><p></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/rss-comments-entry-29344728.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>LinkedIn &amp; Twitter fall out of love</title><category>LinkedIn</category><category>Social Media</category><category>Twitter</category><dc:creator>BGL</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2012 09:18:50 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/2012/7/25/linkedin-twitter-fall-out-of-love.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1155544:13472376:20229041</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.bglc.co.uk/storage/news/li-tw.jpg" alt="Twitter &amp; LinkedIN" /></span></span>Twitter, has cut off tweets on the professional social network LinkedIn, ending a two-year partnership.</p>
<p>If you had previously synced your LinkedIn and Twitter accounts, and selected the option to share Tweets on LinkedIn, those Tweets generated from Twitter will no longer appear on LinkedIn, but it still works the other way.</p>
<p>Twitter faces its own challenges. Much of the company's content is viewed on third-party sites or programs. The micro-blogging service must find the right balance of running a profitable business and maintaining a robust developers' community&hellip;<a href="http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-501465_162-57464956-501465/twitter-cuts-off-service-to-linkedin-api-changes-draw-ire/" target="_blank">read more&raquo;</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.bglc.co.uk/contact/">Get in touch to see if BGL can help your business make good use of your social media &raquo;</a></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/rss-comments-entry-20229041.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>BGL finally move into new offices</title><category>BGL</category><category>New office</category><dc:creator>BGL</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jun 2012 07:58:21 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/2012/6/26/bgl-finally-move-into-new-offices.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1155544:13472376:17057913</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>We are proud to announce that we have finally moved into our new offices.</p>
<p>It was a long weekend putting together furniture, moving heavy boxes and working out the IT system.<br />But with the blood, sweat and tears - we are up and running.</p>
<p>We look forward to any of our clients coming to visit us.</p><p></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/rss-comments-entry-17057913.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Why small businesses should be afraid of social media</title><category>SMEs</category><category>Social Media</category><dc:creator>BGL</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2012 15:41:09 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/2012/5/9/why-small-businesses-should-be-afraid-of-social-media.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1155544:13472376:16196080</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>Social media presents great risks as it does rewards for small to medium sized businesses (SMEs). Among social media&rsquo;s shortcomings: it doesn&rsquo;t convert prospects to customers with the same ease that search does.</p>
<p><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.bglc.co.uk/storage/news/NoSocial.jpg" alt="Social media" /></span></span>Fortunately, as Facebook continues to open up more opportunities for local targeting, social media is becoming more feasible.</p>
<p>See full article <a href="http://searchenginewatch.com/article/2173278/Top-5-Reasons-Why-SMBs-Should-be-Afraid-of-Social-Media?wt.mc_ev=click&amp;WT.tsrc=Email&amp;utm_term=&amp;utm_content=Top%205%20Reasons%20Why%20SMBs%20Should%20be%20Afraid%20of%20Social%20Media&amp;utm_campaign=05%2F09%2F12%20-%20SEW%20Daily&amp;utm_source=Search%20Engine%20Watch%20Daily&amp;utm_medium=Email" target="_blank">HERE &raquo;&raquo;</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.bglc.co.uk/contact/">Get in touch</a> and find out how we can ease your social media fears</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/rss-comments-entry-16196080.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>DevAssist is growing</title><category>Brand Identity</category><category>Squarespace</category><category>Website Design</category><dc:creator>BGL</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2012 16:10:42 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/2012/5/4/devassist-is-growing.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1155544:13472376:16126787</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.dev-assist.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.bglc.co.uk/storage/clients/Dev-Assist-Logo.jpg" alt="DevAssist" /></span></span></a>After we had taken on our client - DevAssist - we knew the challenge to promote and develop their brand within their marketplace would be an interesting project.</p>
<p>Thankfully, their website and brand seems to be getting noticed.<br />Let's hope we can keep up the good work for them.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.dev-assist.co.uk/" target="_blank">Have a look &raquo;&raquo;</a> - it could be something you may consider to future proof your property.</p>
<p>Another site built and designed by us using the beloved <a href="http://www.squarespace.com/specialists-find" target="_blank">Squarespace</a> platform.</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/rss-comments-entry-16126787.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Google+ v Pinterest</title><category>Google+</category><category>Pinterest</category><category>Social Media</category><dc:creator>BGL</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:07:55 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/2012/4/26/google-v-pinterest.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1155544:13472376:16000250</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>Two new networks have emerged on the social media scene recently. Can you afford to ignore them?</p>
<p><span class="full-image-inline ssNonEditable"><img src="http://www.bglc.co.uk/storage/news/googleplus.jpg" alt="Google+" /></span> &nbsp;&nbsp; <span style="font-size: 200%;">v</span> &nbsp; &nbsp; <span class="full-image-inline ssNonEditable"><img src="http://www.bglc.co.uk/storage/news/pinterest-logo.jpg" alt="Pinterest" /></span></p>
<p>Google+, with more than 100 million active users, and Pinterest, now the third most-popular social network in the U.S., are competing for wide adoption and trying to lure businesses into adopting them.</p>
<p>Both Google+ and Pinterest take time to figure out from a marketing standpoint. So how do you decide which one of the two platforms is really worth your time and efforts?</p>
<p><a href="http://www.bglc.co.uk/contact/">Get in touch</a> to see if we can help you decide.</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.bglc.co.uk/blog/rss-comments-entry-16000250.xml</wfw:commentRss></item></channel></rss>