What’s the Secret to Appearing in Google’s AI Overviews?
You might be hearing a lot of talk lately about AI Overviews, and it probably sounds like a scary, mysterious thing that’s going to steal your website traffic. And I get it! But what if I told you that appearing in those AI Overviews isn’t a secret at all? What if I told you that […]
Why Your Google Business Profile is the #1 Local Marketing Move!
My team and I have been right in the trenches, helping small businesses just like yours figure out how to attract more customers. We’ve seen a lot of marketing trends come and go, but one thing remains undeniably powerful, especially for local businesses: your Google Business Profile. You know that little box that pops up […]
Are Google’s AI Overviews Stealing Your Clicks? (Why YouTube & Reddit are Suddenly Google’s Best Friends!)
Are Google’s AI Overviews Stealing Your Clicks? (Why YouTube & Reddit are Suddenly Google’s Best Friends!) Hey everyone, Linda Donnelly here! I’m the owner of Business Solutions Marketing Group, and for over a decade, my team and I have been right there in the trenches, helping small businesses figure out this wild, constantly changing world […]
Can Video Really Make Your Blog Content 1200% More Shareable? π
If there’s one thing that’s become crystal clear, it’s this: if you want your blog to be truly unforgettable, you need to add video. You see, for years, the humble blog post was king. Write great content, optimize it, and people would read it. But the online world has gotten incredibly noisy. We’re all bombarded […]
Beyond the Text: How Blog Posts with Videos Become Your Small Business’s Exposure Powerhouse
If there’s one thing that’s become crystal clear, it’s this: your blog posts aren’t just about text anymore; they need video to truly become an online exposure powerhouse. You see, for years, the humble blog post was king. Write great content, optimize it, and people would read it. But the online world has gotten incredibly […]
Crafting Content for Google’s AI Overviews & Zero-Click Searches
Is Your Business Invisible in Google’s New AI World? π» Weβve seen a lot of changes in how Google works, but there’s one big shift happening right now that many businesses aren’t ready for, and frankly, it’s changing the game: the rise of “instant answers” and AI Overviews. You know what I’m talking about, right? […]
How One Bad Review Can Cost Your Business Thousands (and You Don’t Even Know It!)
If there’s one thing Iβve seen time and time again is how quickly one or two bad online reviews can throw a wrench in everything. Itβs easy to think, “Oh, it’s just one person’s opinion,” or “I’ll deal with it later.” But trust me, when it comes to the internet, how bad negative reviews can […]
Are You Making It Easy for Your Happy Customers to Leave Reviews? β
if there’s one thing I hear over and over from business owners, it’s this: “Linda, I know I need more reviews, but asking for reviews feels so awkward!“ You’re not alone in that feeling, believe me. It can feel a bit like begging, or like you’re putting your customer on the spot. You’ve just finished […]
Are You Making It Easy for Clients to Leave Reviews? β
I’ve had the incredible privilege of helping businesses like yours thrive online. We’ve seen a lot of changes in the digital world, but if there’s one thing that remains constant, it’s this: your online reputation, especially your reviews, is everything for local visibility. And today, we’re going to talk about a powerful new blend: the […]
Is Your Google Business Profile Really Working for You? π
When it comes to getting new customers, one tool stands out, plain as day: your Google Business Profile (GBP). You might know it as your “Google Maps listing” or “Google My Business.” Whatever you call it, it’s that little box of info that pops up when someone searches for a business like yours on Google […]