When creating local business listings in online business directories, it's easy to accidentally create duplicate listings. If you're not managing your local listings and removing duplicate local listings, it can lead to a wide range of problems. Here are some of the...
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5 Tips for Getting More Photos on Your Google Business Listing
Want to see more customer interaction with your Google Business Profile listing? Add more photos! By adding photos, your business listing could see a 42% increase in clicks for directions on Google Maps and 35% more clicks to your business website. Here are few easy...
Managing Multiple Google Business Profile Listing Locations
Having multiple Google Business Profile listings can be confusing for both your customers and search engines if they aren't properly organized. If you have multiple locations to manage within your Google Business Profile (also known as Google My Business), you can...
A Beginner’s Guide to Google Posts
In 2017, Google posts were released to all businesses that were verified on Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business). Google posts allow business owners to share content like company announcements, new products, or event details with their customers who...
Adding Your Business to Apple Maps: How to Do It & Why You Should
Apple’s split from Yelp in 2021 may not seem like a big deal, but it offers an opportunity for small business owners to get their information listed on a new (or at least improved) online local business directory. Here is what you need to do to add your...
9 Best Online Directories for Local Business Listings
Want to make your small business more visible to customers online? This is where setting up local business listings in online business directories can be helpful. Not only do these local citations aid in search engine optimization (SEO), but they can also put you in...
How to Optimize Your Website for Local Search
If you want to find more customers online for your local business, you need to have a website optimized for local search. Organic search engine optimization is the key to rising in search rankings and creating more consumer impressions. Here are a few SEO tips to...
Google Map Pack: Understanding Google’s Local Search Results
As the amount of local "near me" searches has exploded in recent years, Google has further emphasized the importance of its Map Pack. What exactly is Google Map Pack, and how can it help your small business get found in Google local search results? Learn more in our...
Your Guide to Google Business Profile Insights
Once you set up a Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business) listing for your business, it gathers useful information that you can use to help improve your online marketing strategy. That information can be found in Google Business Profile Insights, which...
How to Respond to Negative Reviews of Your Business
As a business, you’re going to encounter some negative online reviews every now and then. Don’t worry! It isn’t the end of the world to get a negative review. In fact, responding to bad reviews can be an opportunity for you to showcase your customer service skills and...