Now that you’ve claimed and verified your Google Business Profile listing and have started to write your own business directory citations, it’s time to start the tune-up and enhancement process of your Local SEO presence. Just like a fine-tuned racing machine or well-conditioned athlete, your local SEO presence requires constant monitoring and improvements so that […] KEEP READING
Author: Chris Lively
How to Update Your Google Business Profile Listings
Update Your Business Hours and Description If you have needed to change your hours of operation or temporarily close due to the coronavirus pandemic make sure that you update your hours accordingly. Also, make sure to edit your business description with any relevant information. For example, update your description to include information such as if […] KEEP READING
Google Maps Turns 15
Last month, Google Maps established 15 years of service, marking a milestone in the platform’s history. So to celebrate, Google has released additional features for the Google Maps App, available on Android and iOS. These features include: Explore – A local search map with additional listings featured, including hotels, upcoming events, as well […] KEEP READING
Major SEO Updates We’ve Seen Impact Local Businesses
Major Local SEO Updates We’ve Seen Impact Local Businesses In the world of online business, staying competitive requires that you keep up with the latest SEO updates and trends. The digital marketing landscape is always changing, and there is proof of that. During this period, there have been major changes impacting local businesses. The new […] KEEP READING
Products feature of Google Business Profile | When, Why & How to Use It
Google Business Profile has added to the growing online tool bag of business owners by adding a product feature to the platform. Businesses that want to showcase their products without having to navigate to a website can build out the product menu with images, content and much more. This menu is located on the knowledge […] KEEP READING
Google Business Profile now limits service area zip codes
As many of us know, a lot of businesses don’t simply operate out of one specific location. Some provide services at multiple locations such as AC service providers, plumbers, lawyers, etc. Other businesses might provide services in and outside of their main location such as restaurants that carter, pizza delivery, mobile medical services and so […] KEEP READING
Google reviews and how to remove them
Google reviews are a valuable asset for an SMB (SMB is an abbreviation for small and medium-sized businesses) in an ever-evolving online world. Reviews are a window into real-world customers’ views and opinions of services and products. They are an integral part of online shopping but also essential for local businesses. More and more users […] KEEP READING
How Google Business Profile is Using Photo Content
RELEVANT GOOGLE BUSINESS PROFILE PHOTOS ARE NOW PRESENTED TO BROWSERS USING KEYWORD SEARCHES! Photos are one of the top aspects when presenting a business to the general public. Photos can either draw in massive sales or they can keep online searchers from giving your business the time of day. Images can potentially make or break […] KEEP READING
Can you self manage Google Business Profile without an Agency ?
I have been working with over 400 Google Business Profile clients, working to make sure they rank locally above position 10, ideally, ranking in the local 3-pack, for some time now. I am often asked the same questions; “what do you do,” “how do you do it,” “can’t I just do this all myself”? The […] KEEP READING
Voice Search and Google Business Profile
According to many studies, the integration of voice-assisted technology has gone beyond the initial stages of first use. Now “voice” technology is starting to increase usage in homes and businesses across the country. Is your business ready for voice? A recent study from eMarketer.com estimates that 111.8 million people that live in the US […] KEEP READING