What do you call the three billion Google maps searches that are are performed each month — many from mobile phones? A tremendous marketing opportunity! There’s no doubt about it, searching for local restaurants and businesses online has become the new Yellow Pages. For your business to truly benefit however, you need to be listed on that much-competed-for first page of Google’s local maps listings.
Our Google Places SEO packages will optimize your local listing now so you can get a jump on your competition for those top spots. Even small improvements in local rankings can mean significant increases in traffic. We start by optimizing your Google Places page (or, if needed, developing one) and list your business with key local directories like CitySearch and Yelp. Our extensive keyword and competitive research helps you determine the target phrases your business will compete on, and we work with you to incorporate ratings and reviews into your business process.
Four Benefits of Local Search Optimization
- Establishment of brand identity in your local area
- Increase in qualified, locally driven traffic that’s more likely to convert
- Cost-effective replacement for local print advertising and phone book ads
- Improved website visibility on highly convertible, geo-targeted listings
