BrandBucket Experience

[xtremex]

hello

I am new to BrandBucket. Before getting my hands on this

I wish to experience about brandbucket from my fellow members


Thanks

 

[Optimal Names]

You need to remove from other marketplaces once you commit to list, i.e. once you click the yellow SUBMIT button.

Thanks, one more question -- do you know if you're still waiting for a logo at that point or is that the point at which they're 100% ready to list the name on the BB site?

 

[Brandworthy]

do you know if you're still waiting for a logo at that point or is that the point at which they're 100% ready to list the name on the BB site?

Still pending description and logo at that stage, but the page will be live. My understanding is that that's the point where you enter into a contract with them. Prior to clicking the submit button (after description, payment, forwarding) don't think any contract has been struck. Don't quote me however - you need to verify this yourself with BB directly if you feel it's an issue.

 

[Optimal Names]

Still pending description and logo at that stage, but the page will be live. My understanding is that that's the point where you enter into a contract with them. Prior to clicking the submit button (after description, payment, forwarding) don't think any contract has been struck. Don't quote me however - you need to verify this yourself with BB directly if you feel it's an issue.

Thanks.... Its probably best that it comes from a verified BB member, instead of me asking, finding out, and then reposting. That would cut down on them receiving questions like this in the future. I dont see anything regarding this on their site unless I missed it.

Any BB members on Namepros care to clarify this? Are we restricted from selling our domain even privately while we're still waiting for a logo which I've read is upwards of 2 weeks (that was back in Feb). Has that wait time gone down at all? If its a day or two fine but 2 weeks of no exposure anywhere is lengthy.

 

[Brandworthy]

2 weeks of no exposure anywhere is lengthy.

If you're worried about 2 weeks then you might be in the wrong game tbh. Given that you'll be lucky to sell 5-6% of your names in a year via bb waiting 2 weeks for a logo is not going to make much difference.

Email bb directly with your question and I'm sure they'll answer. Info@

 

[12345]

Have you had the opportunity to ask Margot about this topic?

Sorry, I missed this. Yep, emails asking to reconsider will definitely be looked at and responded to.

 

[12345]

Like BrandWorthy mentioned, BB is putting a lot more resources into the approval process in terms of manpower and systems. Names of a higher quality will now sometimes be accepted more quickly than names that need a few more looks.

 

[AndrewRice]

Hello Everyone,

I'm new to NamePros, but have been buying brandable domain names off and on for over five years. Recently, I was fortunate enough be invited into the BrandBucket Brand Ambassador program. My business Brandiogo.com now has a little over five hundred brand names on the BrandBucket marketplace.

In the hopes of saving you all some time and money, I'd like to share some insight into my brandable name buying process:

On the Name Finding Process: I generally find brandables wherever I can. Many are found through the name drop lists, and some are hand registered. I've also purchased through other domain investors and had some success buying through GoDaddy auctions and SnapNames auctions (years ago).

General Name Buying Advice: I try to imagine whether I would be willing to make a logo and build a business on the name. I figure that if I can't visualize a business being built on the name, then it probably isn't worth buying.

On Two Keyword Names: The two keywords should make sense and add to the brand's meaning as a whole. The name should flow well. Example: P*R*E*S*S*F*R*E*N*Z*Y

Three Keyword Names: Finding a good brandable, three keyword name can be tricky. It's ok to have a three keyword name if all three words flow really well together and add meaning. There are even situations where three short words have more meaning than two. Some good examples include R*E*A*D*Y*F*O*R*D*U*T*Y and W*I*L*D*M*A*N*C*R*E*W. To be honest though, if you are just starting out buying brandables you should probably avoid three key word names.

Made up Names: Ask yourself if the name flows well, is memorable and if it has any rhyming qualities. One cool name that I have is also a palindrome A*D*A*R*A*D*A. I would also check out Calvenor's post earlier in this thread: Calvenor's post on made up names.

As you gain more experience it will become easier to tell whether a name is good or not. Much of this is based on whether the name flows well, makes sense (when it comes to keywords) and is memorable.

I'd be happy to field any questions.

 

[Brandworthy]

This may not be new, but I only found it now by accident:

https://www.brandbucket.com/profiles/

It includes logo designers, but the top 10 sellers by portfolio size appear to be:

https://www.brandbucket.com/profile/boxador - 2273
https://www.brandbucket.com/profile/mediaplow - 1741
https://www.brandbucket.com/profile/brandiogo - 506
https://www.brandbucket.com/profile/excitemental - 257
https://www.brandbucket.com/profile/brandologist - 230
https://www.brandbucket.com/profile/registerly - 229
https://www.brandbucket.com/profile/bazabizo - 223
https://www.brandbucket.com/profile/ikehook - 222
https://www.brandbucket.com/profile/romco - 204
https://www.brandbucket.com/profile/patrickdey - 200

Total is 6085, so top 10 sellers account for roughly 50% of all names on BB.

It can be really useful to check out some of these larger portfolios to get some inspiration on naming conventions.

 

[campout]

Been wondering... what do you guys think of names that start with "X"?

 

[Brandworthy]

Been wondering... what do you guys think of names that start with "X"?

Before I disliked them since I thought pronunciation was unknown, but I'm gradually seeing more names starting with "x", and assuming that most people see it as interchangeable with "z". There's also the oriental side to this - many words can start with X in Chinese I believe.

 

[trelgor]

Been wondering... what do you guys think of names that start with "X"?

The most common variation must be names where "X" replaces "EX". But
short and sensical names that exchange "S" for "X" have also been listed on BB. Example: Xupply.com. "X" has also been used to replace "CT" inside words. Example: protexor.com. I like both of those personally.

I think it depends on the gravitas of the root word and if it simply feels right.

 

[AndrewRice]

I like the use of X in some instances. I bought X*E*N*X*U and X*A*V*A*G*E a little while back. X*I*V*I*L*I*Z*E*D was a more recent purchase. All three are listed on BrandBucket.

 

[NameVerve]

I like X being used for madeup brandables more than simply an alternative to another letter or sound in a keyword, especially using it to replace CT in protexor is horrible.

So for the examples above I don't particularly like the last one however X*A*V*A*G*E isn't so bad, just very niche as far as end user start ups are concerned. X*E*N*X*U however is great and would definetly like that in my portfolio, works on many levels and the double X seems to add to its appeal.

 

[frostify]

Can someone tell me what is up with their cheap looking logos ?

Like this one which quite blatantly rips of the "W" in the "Walt Disney" logo?
https://www.brandbucket.com/wickly
Disney logo for comparison: http://no_url_shorteners/1SDtIpW look carefully at the "W"

 

[muttus]

Hi Nps,

I would like to thank both Michael and Andrew to take their time explaining more in detail their process of finding good names and evaluating rejects from up close. I am also really pleased with increasing pace in domain reviews in BB. It seems that review process could get to reasonable 3-4 weeks soon.

I have had about 30 names reviewed recently, but my success rate did not get over 30%, contrary to my expectation. It seems I still have much to learn in picking good names for BB market.

Among accepted were:
finanzus
kickera
xisim
pixau
luisy
yanelle
jeony
saazy - highest evaluation ????

Interesting rejects
rechase
geluxe
mainfeed
sexymovers
tailorship
cherlene - girls name
blupt
bankcounter
kekcy

 

[Brandworthy]

@AndrewRice A couple of questions for you please:

1. How long have you been a seller with BB?
2. How quickly have you built your portfolio there?
3. Would you like to give, even in ballpark terms, a figure for your sales rate?
4. How well does your own site do in terms of sales?

I understand completely if some of the above is out of bounds for you, and it would be great to learn a little about your background and success on BB. Thanks in advance.

 

[trelgor]

@AndrewRice I would also like to ask how you find the Ambassador program so far. As noted earlier by Michael Krell there are perks that include better and faster service in some instances.

Could you explain more? How did you become Ambassador? Do you get access to any sort of stats on sales that other sellers don't?

 

[hookbox]

Finally we have some results. Doron from DNGeek.com compiled a list of a lot of the names that have sold lately on BrandBucket.

Thank you Doron.

http://dngeek.com/2015/05/here-are-1134-names-that-sold-on-brandbucket/

 

[xull]

thanks @dv82 !

 

[Dominic Belley]

A bit of progress in my profile this morning .. 2 domains submitted April 2nd are now "Queud for publishing".

edit: ... now 3 ... I guess my other domain will follow later today.