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Google My Business Is Now Google Business Profile
We discussed using Google My Business for holiday marketing campaigns. And now, we’re sharing some pretty big news on a rebrand… Keep reading to get

Get Listed on the Popular Mapping Apps with Advice Local
Previously we looked at how using Google EAT (expertise, authoritativeness, and trustworthiness) in combination with structured data can improve visibility in search and maps. This

Peek Into Our Google My Business Premium Settings
There are a few more hidden features available within the GMB Config section of your partner dashboard you may also want to consider using. The

All Listings Management Services Are Not Created Equal
If you’ve been paying close enough attention lately, you may have noticed I’ve been walking you through our Advice Local partner dashboard and all the

The Secrets to Winning More Business With Voice Search
Instead of talking about Google My Business today, I’m going to mix it up and talk about the importance of voice search optimization. What is

What Is Local Listing Management?
We know that as an agency or local marketer, you understand exactly what local listing management is. Yet it’s one of those topics that can

Why Is Google My Business So Important?
Yes, I’m talking about Google My Business again today! And there’s a reason … Do you fully understand why Google My Business is so important?

Google My Business & the Business’ Website Works Together
I’ve talked with you quite a bit about Google My Business over the last few months. As you may recall, I shared how changes are

Near Me Goes Hyperlocal – This Search Qualifier Isn’t Going Away
As a local marketer, you know how important it is that your local business customers have a stellar online presence. Near me and local is

Why Every Local Business Needs An Apple Maps Listing
Our team attended the Rocks Digital Marketing Conference, as they do every year. For our agency partners that attended, it was great to see you

Voice Search Has Changed the Nature of Search
It’s safe to say there are three things we really love to talk about at Advice Local – local business listings, Google My Business –

Get Listed on Nextdoor With Advice Local
Near me is closer than you think, and hyperlocal is next door, or in this case on Nextdoor. Nextdoor brings businesses and neighbors together in

Getting the Basics of Yelp, Bing & Google My Business Right
I’m going to take you back… back to the basics because you have to get the basics right when it comes to helping your clients

It’s Time to Plan Seasonal Local Marketing Campaigns
The holiday season is right around the corner. If you haven’t already started planning seasonal local marketing campaigns for your clients you need to get

Google My Business Facts & Data You Can’t Afford to Ignore
Google My Business (GMB) has been pretty volatile lately. For example, the local pack for bus rental queries became so barren that all the searcher

Apple Maps Ratings – And Its Impact on Local Businesses
I wanted to tackle Apple Maps and the changes they’ve been making, specifically in relation to ratings. But first, a recap…. Apple Maps Prioritizes the




