What is Google My Business?
Why should every business have Google My Business?
- It's Free
- Improves your local SEO
- Helps you rank higher in Google Searches
- Makes it easier for you to be found
- Builds brand recognition and trust
- Displays useful information
- Easy to use
- Provides useful customer insights
- Encourages Reviews
So what are you waiting for.... get onto Google My Business and your details will be "waiting" when customers search for you.
If it is important for your business to attract customers from the local area, then Google My Business is great place to focus your early marketing efforts.
If you have any questions or need any assistance, just post below.
According to Google, roughly four out of five consumers use search engines to conduct local searches. Yet many small businesses have not claimed even a single local business listing online, which is a huge missed opportunity.
Getting started with Google My Business?
- Create an account and claim your business.
If you haven’t claimed and verified your Google My Business Listing yet, that’s the first step. To get started, visit https://www.google.com/business.
- Verify your business
- Optimize your listing
There are a variety of questions Google wants you to fill out to complete your Google My Business profile. When done, your listing will have valuable basic data that will make it easier for potential customers to find more information about your business.
But it’s not just a place to find basic information about your business.
When used correctly, Google My Business is a powerful tool that can increase your revenue and provide valuable insights about your customers.
- Insights & Reports
- Manage Reviews
- Create a Post about a new event or specials
- Add photos
For more information on Google My Business Listing
For a comprehensive guide to setting up and maximising Google My Business check out these blog articles
The Ultimate Guide to Google My Business for 2021 Written by: Tim Capper for Semrush
How to Optimize Google My Business and Leverage It For More Sales by Neil Patel