Google My Business (GMB) is free from Google and you really can’t afford to miss using it. What’s more, I’m going to provide you with a beginners basic guide to what GMB is all about and how to easily implement it.
So if you have heard of it, but want to understand it, then this is the article for you. Also watch the video in full below as I have a cool bonus near the end of the tutorial which will show you a little trick on how you can boost your 5 star reviews and use the reviews to boost your Google rankings.
One of the key ways to use Google My Business is to think in terms of your clients point of view. Your next client is not as informed about your business as you are. Because they don’t know what you do and where your based yet, what will they naturally type into Google. “Near me” or “close by” are both most likely. These types of searches grew by more than 900% over the past two years. So the statistics don’t lie.
72% of clients using a local search, visited a business within 5 miles.
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Simply put, It’s a free business tool from Google that integrates into Google Maps and Google Search engine results. Because the listing is based on an actual authenticated location (using a postcard) Google then show on a map business that are matching the location of the searcher.
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I have bonus – little trick in the video. I hope you spotted it as it will show you how you can boost your reviews by answering each one with a keyword.
46% of all Google searches are looking for local information.
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So what would be one of my best tips for someone knew to GMB? I would suggest approaching this with the right attitude. Rather than saying to yourself “I’ve built my shop, the public must find me”. Think about how the public are trying to find you.
For example when you are creating an effective Google My Business listing. Add a description using the terms a uninformed client or customer would use. Think how your customers are going to think. Consider the way they would look for you from a search engine. The user interaction with your profile will also help make your listing more prominent. So a 5 star review with a website and clear category and business name is going to stand out as a match for many visitors looking for such.
How close to the area specified in the search will Google offer a listing? Google will base this on several criteria. But as we are keeping this simple lets just consider two.
If you want to really move ahead then watch this video It’s going to help max out your local GMB with 13 tips and tricks to help rank you higher https://youtu.be/Om_2HEp6SQY
In Conclusion, the statistics are heavily suggesting that business are going to be found by mobile searches from now on. If your business isn’t Google Friendly, Mobile Friendly and listed on Google My Business the next few years are going to be tough/ for many. There are some business that don’t lend themselves to the above. but think seriously about what your customers are doing and you will soon have a good idea if this is something you need to do with some urgency.
For a complete Video Guide to Google My Business then visit this Complete Crash Course
If the you enjoyed this article, agree with the advice, but the idea of doing this overwhelms you then please don’t worry. If you just want me to do this for you then I’m sure I can try my best to accommodate you. Especially if you are a local business in the Bournemouth, Christchurch or Poole area. I’m sure I can get your Google My Business up and running in no time at all.
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