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The search format is changing with Google ads and map packs to be pushed further down your client’s search results with the LSA businesses taking centre stage. If your competition is LSA Google Guaranteed, and you drag your feet, you’re going to miss out big time.

Business descriptions… You’ve noticed the little box under your business’ Google profile, but you don’t know what to put in there — it’s just too hard! ... failing to complete your Business Description can mean that you are missing out on a vital Local SEO boost.

... while Google prides themselves on making their ranking algorithm as fair as possible, there’s still no hack or shortcut to get higher rankings and improve your Local SEO. But, there are some simple ways to optimise your Google My Business profile and begin working your way up the ranks.

If local clients are your bread and butter, making sure you’re at the top of local search results is vital. If you can snag a spot next to the Google map, your customers are only a few clicks away from calling or visiting your business. But how do you get there?

Google provides plenty of value for businesses and marketers specialising in user-friendly interfaces, and their Marketing Kit is no exception. The kit, like many Google tools, encourages business owners to use their platform, without the need to jump around to various sites.

Does your week slip away and before you know it, it’s bin day again! Time can be managed and you can find a work/life/beer balance. The key is organisation and carving out time just to arrange and plan your tasks and priorities.

Have you experienced the headache of trying to get verified with Google My Business? Video Verification could be the answer! Google My Business verification is a must if you want to appear in Google search results or on maps. It’s vital for your Local SEO.

New Tips to Attract Leads and Boost Local SEO: If you’re a local Tradie or business owner, you need to stay up to date with the latest changes with Google My Business (GMB). We’ve outlined some helpful GMB tips to attract new customers and keep your Local SEO going strong.

With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and the advancement of smart technology, there are more opportunities than ever for businesses to utilise new and innovative work processes. It’s in your best interest to know where this technology is heading.

Fake reviews can be hard to swallow. When you’ve worked so hard managing your business’s reputation and service, and you’ve worked tirelessly on your Google My Business profile, a fake review can leave you feeling angry and resentful.

Today we’ll reveal Yelp SEO hacks to boost online traffic for businesses and Tradies. Yes — Yelp’s had a bad rap over the years, and advertising on the platform isn’t recommended. But, one thing’s for sure, an active Yelp profile will supercharge your SEO — so don’t waste this FREE opportunity.

Unless you have a niche business, Google is saturated in every industry sector — standing out is possible, but it takes work. So, the best thing you can do for your business is to head over to BING — there’s less competition and now’s the time to get your BING Places for Business profile sorted.

If you’re a tradie you need to make sure your Local SEO is in order. While you need all your business listings optimised and consistent, your website optimisation is just as important. It may seem like a mammoth task, but it doesn’t have to be.

Question: Where do agencies start when they look at your Local SEO? Answer: Your business citations. These are your business listings and profiles located all over the internet. They are the front door to your business and the customer’s first impression of you.

Google Reviews are here to stay, and they provide way more than customer feedback — they level the playing field. Google My Business reviews help businesses and tradies who are great at what they do stand out; this is GOLD, especially if you don’t have a big budget for marketing.

Negative online reviews can happen to any business or tradie, but don’t fear — there are ways to protect your business and reputation. You should always respond! A response — even to a bad review — is better than no response.

Are you trying to tap into your local market? Having trouble attracting leads that you know are just around the corner? It can be frustrating, but we’ve got 5 awesome tips for businesses and tradies to get started with Local SEO — and it’s easy!