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How Citations Influence “Near Me” and Location-Based Results
When someone performs a “near me” or location-based query, search engines have to decide which results are relevant and trustworthy. That trust is built through
How Citations Support Business Discoverability Beyond Google
Most businesses measure their local online visibility by where they rank on Google. But listing management services help agencies and local marketers maintain listings for
How Incomplete Business Data Weakens Local Citations
When agencies and local marketers turn to listing management services, they often do so to resolve inaccurate business data. However, focusing only on errors and
How Search Engines Reconcile Conflicting Business Citations
From incorrect street names to old phone numbers, business data can easily fall out of sync across the web. Actively managing business listings helps keep
What Makes a Local Citation Authoritative
How do search engines decide which business information they can trust? Much of that understanding comes from local citations and listing management. Listings across the
The Role of Data Aggregators in Citation Authority
Citation authority matters, but some listings influence visibility far more than others. With the right business listing management partner, your agency client’s information can be
How Duplicate Listings Affect Entity Signals, and What to Do About It
For agencies and local marketers, local citations and listing management help keep business data accurate and consistent across search platforms, directories and maps. That consistency
How Citations Help Google and AI Verify Business Legitimacy
No matter how many changes occur in digital marketing and local SEO, certain foundational tactics remain vital to agency success. For example, using a trustworthy
The New Year’s Resolutions Local Business Owners Need to Make Today
So you’ve been busy this year and haven’t made those New Year’s resolutions yet? Don’t worry, I have you covered! The post-holiday season is the
How Marketers Can Convert Mobile Shoppers Into Sales
Mobile is quickly becoming consumers’ favored method for shopping. Google got my attention when their recent guide, “A Marketer’s Guide to Holiday Supershoppers” dropped into
Create a Local Buzz with a Branded Hashtag Campaign
Local business marketing is about connecting with current and prospective customers where they like to frequent, which usually means social media. By participating in existing hashtag
Digital Marketing Do’s and Don’ts: Are Your Favorite SEO Tactics Naughty or Nice?
The simple fact is we all want to make Google happy. With search engines continuously updating their algorithms and preferences, this can be a challenge. As
Seizing the Micro-Moment
Considering how to boost the mobile game? Is your small business (or your client) looking to improve mobile search performance and conversion? You’re in the
5 Things Businesses Can Learn from Following Competitors on Social Media
So hopefully by now you know I am all about learning from the competition! Following competitors on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram is another way to get
Google Smart Technologies Are Going to Change How We Do Business
Google is one of the biggest companies on the planet and has solidified its place in the world’s conversation as a leading tech giant. Constant
Facebook Recommendations Feature Takes Local To a New Level
I’m looking for the hot new wine bar I want to visit when I’m in New York City next week. How do I solve this
