Getting Started with Small Business SEO - Part 2 - 227

Getting Started with Small Business SEO - Part 2 - 227

Author: Local SEO Tactics: SEO Tips and Tricks For Your Website February 14, 2025 Duration: 25:18

Mastering Google Business Profile (GBP) Setup for Local Visibility

In Part 2 of Getting Started with Small Business SEO, Ben walks through setting up and optimizing your Google Business Profile (GBP). Learn how to properly verify your business, select the best business category, optimize your profile for search visibility, and leverage GBP features to attract local customers. Whether you're just starting or need a refresher, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help your business rank higher in local search results.
What You'll Learn

  • How to set up and verify your Google Business Profile to appear on Google.
  • Learn key optimizations like choosing categories, adding service areas, and business details.
  • Strategies to boost engagement with Q&A, customer reviews, photos, and regular updates.
Ready to take your local SEO to the next level? Start by optimizing your Google Business Profile today! Need expert help? Contact Intrycks for professional GBP setup and optimization.
 
 

For service-based businesses looking to stand out in their own community, the digital landscape presents both a challenge and a massive opportunity. Local SEO Tactics and Digital Marketing Strategies digs into the practical, often overlooked methods that can make a real difference. This weekly podcast, originally hosted by Jesse Dolan and Bob Brennan from Intrycks, moves beyond theory to focus on actionable plans. The conversations are built around a core idea: how can a local plumbing company, dental practice, or law firm actually get found by the people searching for them right now? You'll hear detailed discussions on structuring a website to rank for specific local searches, understanding the nuances of Google's algorithms for service areas, and crafting online content that speaks directly to a hometown audience. It’s about more than just keywords; it’s about building a digital presence that consistently attracts new local customers and builds authority. Each episode of this podcast breaks down a different component, from managing online reviews and optimizing a Google Business Profile to effective local link-building and hyper-targeted social media ads. The tone is straightforward and geared towards business owners and marketers who need clear, implementable steps rather than vague industry jargon. If you're tired of seeing competitors pop up in search results while your own site languishes, this series provides a direct path to closing that gap and making your business the obvious local choice.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Local SEO Tactics and Digital Marketing Strategies
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