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GBP Is Turning Into Social Media—Here’s How Our Google Business Optimization Pro Services Help You Win

Linda Donnelly May 14, 2025

Google just rolled out a “What’s Happening” feed for Google Business Profiles (GBP), and it’s essentially free, prime-time advertising for your business. This new section highlights your latest GBP posts alongside your social media updates, offers, and events—helping hungry diners discover tonight’s live music or today’s special in one glance. If your last GBP post is dated 2024 (or earlier),

Your Google Listing, Reviews, and Video: How They Work Together to Explode Your Growth

Linda Donnelly May 14, 2025

Running a small business can feel like juggling a lot of things at once. You need people to find you, trust you, and choose you over competitors. The good news is that three simple tools—your Google listing, customer reviews, and video—can join forces to make your business grow faster than ever. Let’s look at how they fit together in an

The Hidden Damage of Fake Google Reviews (And How to Fix It)

Linda Donnelly May 14, 2025

What Are Fake Google Reviews—and Why Should You Care? We help small businesses shine online. One of the biggest threats to that shine? Fake Google reviews. These reviews look real. But they’re not. They might come from a competitor, a bot, or even a stranger who’s never used your business. And the damage they do? It’s bigger than most people

The Science Behind Online Trust: How Reviews Shape Buyer Behavior

Linda Donnelly May 13, 2025

Why Trust Is the First Click (and Why Reviews Build It) Let’s talk about something powerful—trust. Not fancy websites. Not viral videos. Just trust. And trust online starts with one thing: reviews. You might not know this, but: 95% of people read reviews before buying. (PowerReviews, 2023) Even more eye-opening: 67% of buyers won’t use a business if it has

Unlocking the Untapped Power of Google Business Profile Attributes: Beyond the Basics

Linda Donnelly May 13, 2025

Why Google Business Profile Attributes Are a Secret Weapon for Local SEO Hey there! I’m Linda Donnelly, owner of Business Solutions Marketing Group. For over a decade, we’ve been helping small businesses get found, chosen, and trusted. And today, I want to talk about something many local businesses overlook—Google Business Profile attributes. You’ve probably filled out the basics of your

Why 5-Star Reviews Aren’t Enough (and What AI Can Do About It)

Linda Donnelly May 13, 2025

5-Star Reviews Sound Great. But Are They Really Enough? Hey there! I’m Linda Donnelly, and I own Business Solutions Marketing Group. For over 10 years, we’ve helped small businesses like yours grow using smart marketing—especially when it comes to online reviews and Google Business Profile optimization. Most business owners think, “If I just get a bunch of 5-star reviews, I’m

How to appear in “Near Me” searches.

Linda Donnelly May 12, 2025

Consumers are increasingly turning to their devices to find local solutions. Phrases like “coffee shop near me” or “plumber near me” have become commonplace. This shift in search behavior underscores the importance of local SEO for businesses aiming to capture nearby customers. Recent data reveals that: These statistics highlight the urgency for businesses to optimize their online presence to capture

Review Removal Service: How to Protect Your Business from Harmful Google Reviews

Linda Donnelly May 11, 2025

What is Review Removal—and Why Does It Matter? Hi! I’m Linda Donnelly, owner of Business Solutions Marketing Group. For over 10 years, we’ve helped small businesses build and protect their online reputations. One of our most requested services is Google review removal. Why? Because just one bad review can scare away potential customers—even if it’s fake, unfair, or written by

How AI Video Marketing Makes You the ‘Go-To’ Expert in Your Field

Linda Donnelly May 10, 2025

Let’s explore how AI video marketing can elevate your expertise and make you the trusted authority in your industry. The Power of Video in Building Authority Video content is a powerful tool for establishing credibility. It allows you to showcase your knowledge, personality, and professionalism. In fact, 96% of video marketers say video has helped them increase user understanding of

GBP Is Turning Into Social Media—Here’s How Our Google Business Optimization Pro Services Help You Win

The Hidden Damage of Fake Google Reviews (And How to Fix It)

The Science Behind Online Trust: How Reviews Shape Buyer Behavior

Unlocking the Untapped Power of Google Business Profile Attributes: Beyond the Basics

Why 5-Star Reviews Aren’t Enough (and What AI Can Do About It)

How to appear in “Near Me” searches.

Review Removal Service: How to Protect Your Business from Harmful Google Reviews

How AI Video Marketing Makes You the ‘Go-To’ Expert in Your Field

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