Local SEO and Google Business Profile advice for small business owners.
Practical, jargon-free articles on Google Business Profile, Google Maps rankings, the Local Map Pack, reviews, and everything in between.
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Written by our specialist team. Nothing theoretical, nothing padded. Just what actually works for getting small businesses found on Google Maps.
Google Business Profile Posts: What to Write and How Often
A practical posting framework: what to write about, how often to post, and what actually moves the needle.
How to Respond to Negative Google Reviews (With Examples)
Templates and real examples for responding to the review you wish you never got, without making it worse.
How to Get More Google Reviews (Without Being Pushy)
Scripts, timing, and systems for asking for reviews in a way that feels natural, and gets results.
Why Your Business Doesn't Show Up on Google Maps (And How to Fix It)
The most common reasons your profile is invisible, and the exact steps to get it ranking again.
How to Set Up a Google Business Profile for Your Small Business
A step-by-step guide to claiming and verifying your Google Business Profile, written for people who've never done it before.
What Is the Google Map Pack and Why Does It Matter for Local Businesses?
Explaining the three-pack that shows up at the top of local searches, and why being in it is the single biggest lever in local SEO.
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