⚡️Popular Times Ranking Factor / Targeting Matter? / DNI Call Tracking / Core Site Listings / Drive Leads

I'm back with another edition of Marketing Minute, where you can explore this week's best handpicked Local SEO and ads insights and news.

- Justin @YEAH! Local

🎉 Google Just Made Your Google Business Profile WAY More Important!

Did you hear the big news? Google is getting rid of that endless scrolling in search results! You know, where you could just keep scrolling and scrolling forever?

Well, that's gone! And guess what? This is HUGE for your business.

Here's why:

• More eyes on YOU: Fewer results on that first page mean your Google Business Profile (that little box with your info on the right) is gonna get noticed WAY more. Think of it like prime real estate on a busy street!
• GBP is the new MVP: 80% of people searching for local stuff already click on those profiles. Now? Even more will! It's like your online storefront just got a major upgrade.

Ready to rock your Google Business Profile?

Here's your game plan:

1. Fill it up: Make sure every single detail is complete and up-to-date. Think of it like decorating your storefront – you want it looking its best!
2. Reviews, reviews, reviews: Encourage your happy customers to leave glowing reviews. It's like free advertising AND it tells Google you're legit.
3. Show off those photos: High-quality pics of your products, services, and team make a BIG impression.
4. Keywords are key: Sprinkle in those relevant keywords so Google knows exactly what you're about.

P.S. Need a hand getting your Google Business Profile in tip-top shape? Hit reply – I'm happy to help!

Here's my handpicked weekly articles for July 11, 2024...

🗒️ Popular Times as a Local Ranking Factor?

Does Google’s ‘Popular Times’ feature influence local rankings? Find out here.

Click here to read more

🗒️ Does Targeting Still Matter?

It’s possible that targeting no longer matters at all.

Click here to read more

🗒️ Dynamic Number Insertion (DNI): What It Is & Why You Need It

DNI is a key call tracking feature because it ties offline phone calls to online marketing sources, letting marketers and business owners understand which channels drive phone calls.

Click here to read more

🗒️ Forget low-traffic directories: Ace local SEO by optimizing listings on core sites

Let’s take a deep dive and understand why fewer, quality business listings have become the ultimate trump card for local businesses like yours.

Click here to read more

🗒️ My Website Doesn't Drive Leads, How Do I Fix It? (10 Reasons)

Run through seven of the most actionable insights you can collect on your competitors. It shows you where to find them and what they mean.

Click here to read more

AND...Whenever you're ready...here's how we can help you land more and better local clients, customers, or patients:

15-Min Discovery Call with Justin: In 15 minutes, you'll get personalized insights, a no-pressure digital assessment of your business, and explore potential strategies to increase qualified leads, phone calls, & appointments. Book your 15-min discovery call now.

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