06/02/2021
Have you claimed and optimized your Google My Business (GMB) listing?
Did you know that it is one of the single most important factors to ranking on the first page of local search results?
To be brutally honest (and we are), if you haven’t at least set up your listing, then you’re seriously missing out and might as well be invisible.
Through GMB, you can display pertinent business information such as your name, address, phone number, website URL, and hours-of-operation.
Here are the 7 reasons you should optimize your GMB listing:
1. Improve your local search visibility so that customers can find you. GMB is essential for local businesses.
2. Over 90% of customers won’t take action before they’ve read a review. Maintaining a positive reputation is key.
3. Captivate your customers at the very start from directly within the search results, and stand out from the pack.
4. Ensure your information is accurate & consistent, show off photos, and keep your customers up to date.
5. Ensure you’re visible. GMB listings get priority on the first page of local searches and map queries.
6. See how customers find your listing, track site visits, phone calls, direction requests, and photo views too.
7. GMB is the most powerful local SEO tool when optimized properly. Without it, you might as well be invisible.
You can also:
- Increase brand awareness by adding your logo
- Upload photos to show off what you do
- Post updates to keep your customers informed
- Monitor & respond to reviews
- Receive messages & answer questions
- List & describe your services
- Integrate your menu if you’re a restaurant
Moreover, this invaluable tool provides you with some basic insights into how your customers find you online.
You can even track phone calls, website visits, direction requests, and photo views.
Cool right!?
If you need help, go ahead and send us a message.