Structured data markup can work diligently behind the scenes to help your local business shine online. It can add eye-catching rich results to your search results, like review stars, FAQs, and breadcrumbs, that grab attention and encourage more clicks. Structured data uses the standardized vocabulary of Schema to tell search engines – and even AI … Read more
We have been testing Google’s newest “Ask for me” Search Lab test. It is quick, easy, and impressive technology to request local quotes, but it is not at all clear that it is good for small businesses. At the end of January, Rose Yao, a product lead at Google, announced a new Search Lab test (“Ask … Read more
Advanced link building is about attracting links to your sites, and ideally in mass. There might be a little bit of outreach necessary, especially if you need to fan the flames, but the main goal is to get media outlets, niche websites, industry publications, and bloggers to link to you naturally. With a bit of … Read more
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If you’ve already walked a long mile in your local SEO shoes, chances are you have plenty of lived experiences that allow you to predict some of the responses to large-scale local business review surveys. It’s affirming to see, for example, that 85% of our respondents place a degree of trust in local business reviews, … Read more
As someone who knows a lot of local business owners, I know how important it is to get customers through your doors. While traditional marketing methods like flyers and newspaper ads still have their place, the digital era has opened up incredible new ways to reach local audiences and drive foot traffic, thanks to PPC … Read more
Many businesses create global websites hoping to replicate the success from online business in their home country in other countries. Some companies see the return on investment put into creating multiple websites, and some companies struggle to grow their business in foreign countries. Creating effective global websites requires attention to several essential factors to ensure … Read more
For small, mobile, local businesses operating without a fixed storefront, navigating the world of local SEO can feel like charting uncharted territory. Service area businesses (SABs) – think plumbers, electricians, mobile pet groomers, and the like – face unique challenges in establishing a strong online presence. However, by understanding the nuances of local SEO for … Read more
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In today’s digital-first world, consumers increasingly rely on reviews to guide their choices, making trust a key currency in local business success. Poor reputation is the number one cause of poor SEO and marketing performance, and we’ve got the tools to help. Watch on-demand as we unveil insights from GatherUp’s November 2024 survey of over … Read more
The new Moz Local has launched! With new features, an updated interface, and even more data, you can now manage more than just your location data with this all-in-one local SEO solution. Source link
We’re excited to announce that an all-new Moz Local is coming! The new platform will include a plethora of new data and features, as well as improvements to some existing functionality. All of these are meant to help you establish and grow your local business’s online visibility. Source link
Promoting a local business can be challenging these days. Whether it’s because of oversaturation or complicated search engine algorithms, it’s all too easy to feel like no one will find your business in the local search results. It’s even more frustrating when you offer great products and services, but customers just can’t seem to find … Read more
Yelp has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Google in federal court in San Francisco. The suit alleges that Google has illegally leveraged its monopoly in general search to dominate the local search and local search advertising markets, harming competition and consumer choice. Key Allegations Yelp’s complaint accuses Google of engaging in anticompetitive conduct, including: Self-preferencing … Read more
Small businesses face the ongoing challenge of standing out in crowded marketplaces, both online and off. One strategy that has gained significant traction in recent years is leveraging prominent, trusted local influencers to help boost online authority and visibility and grow the business. This approach enables businesses to tap into established community voices, build trust, … Read more
This post was sponsored by SERPs. The opinions expressed in this article are the sponsor’s own. Providing SEO services to businesses with numerous locations can be challenging without a refined process. Multi-location SEO can be a drain on efficiency, impacting your ability to take on bigger projects or more clients. However, delivering high-quality, Google-compliant SEO … Read more
Google has announced a new update to its Local Services Ads (LSA) platform, implementing an automated photo selection feature. Ginny Marvin, Google Ads Liaison, revealed that the company will now choose photos from advertisers’ LSA profiles to display in their ads. Local Services advertisers: Starting today, we’ll begin selecting photos from your LSA profile to … Read more
Are your local SEO efforts yielding the results you expected? This is the perfect time to get a closer look at the strategies that drive real impact in local search rankings and user experience for the big brands. Local SEO isn’t just about appearing in local search results; it’s about ensuring your brand is visible, … Read more
Tips applicable to local business marketing were wonderfully plentiful at this year’s MozCon. Today, Miriam shares the takeaways that rang bells and lit bulbs for her. Source link
Local business owners consistently face a familiar digital marketing conundrum. With a myriad of options available and seemingly growing daily, including the recent introductions of AI into the mix, how do you determine the best and most effective approach for your business? To begin, most local businesses have two (or technically four) primary paths to … Read more
