Forget Me Not! Why Your Brain Holds Onto Videos (and How That Helps Your Business Win!)

People Remember 95% of a Video Message—But Only 10% of Text. Use That. Hi there, I’m Linda Donnelly, owner of Business Solutions Marketing Group! For over a decade, my team and I have been helping small businesses just like yours get noticed. We do all sorts of marketing magic – from awesome Video Marketing to […]
Secret Ways Customers Show They Love Your Business (and Boost Your Local SEO!)

We talk a lot about things like getting great reviews and making your Google Business Profile super strong. Those are super important, for sure! But today, I want to share some “secret sauce” about other ways customers show they love you, and how these hidden signals can make your business pop up more often when […]
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Let AI Write Your Next 5-Star Review (for Your Customers!)

For over ten years, my team and I have been like your marketing superheroes, helping businesses just like yours get noticed online and grow. We’ve seen it all, and we know that reviews are like gold for your business. Think about it: When you’re looking for a new restaurant, a good plumber, or even a […]
Think Local SEO is a “One-and-Done” Deal? Think Again!

Why Ongoing Optimization is Crucial for Long-Term Local SEO Success Hey there, amazing small business owners! Linda Donnelly here, from Business Solutions Marketing Group. For over ten years, my team and I have been like your trusted guides in the wild world of marketing. We help businesses, just like yours, get noticed and grow right […]
Ditch the Viral Video Dream, Win Local with Video!

Don’t Go Viral — Go Local: How to Win Your Neighborhood with Video Hey there, amazing small business owners! Linda Donnelly here, from Business Solutions Marketing Group. For over ten years, my team and I have been like your secret marketing superheroes, helping businesses just like yours get noticed and make more money. We’ve seen […]
Local Image SEO: Geo-Tagging User-Generated Photos for Your Business

Hey there, awesome small business owners! Linda Donnelly here, from Business Solutions Marketing Group. For over ten years, my team and I have been like your secret marketing superheroes, helping businesses like yours get noticed and make more money. We’ve seen a lot of changes in how people find businesses, but one thing stays super […]
The Google Map Pack Gold Rush: Why Being in the Top 3 Local Results Changes EVERYTHING (and How to Get There!)
Did You Know Businesses in Google’s Top Three Local Search Results Receive 126% More Traffic and 93% More Actions Than Those Ranked 4-10? Hey there, awesome small business owners! Linda Donnelly here, from Business Solutions Marketing Group. For more than ten years, my team and I have been like your secret marketing superheroes, helping businesses […]
Google Business Optimization | Get Found on Google Maps (Even If You’re Not in the Top 3!)

Get Found on Google Maps (Even If You’re Not in the Top 3!) Hey there, awesome small business owners! Linda Donnelly here, and let’s talk more about making sure your business pops up on Google Maps. We all know that sweet spot in the top 3 of the local pack is like winning the lottery, […]
Why Local SEO Matters to Your Business

The Power of Local Searches in 2025 Today’s consumers demand fast, relevant results—especially when searching “near me.” In the U.S., 800 million monthly “near me” searches and 46 percent of all Google queries carry local intent. By optimizing for local SEO, you ensure your business appears at the exact moment customers are ready to buy. […]