How One Bad Review Can Cost Your Business Thousands (and You Don’t Even Know It!)
If there’s one thing I’ve seen time and time again is how quickly one or two bad online reviews can throw a wrench in everything. It’s 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? ✅
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? ✅
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? 📈
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 […]
What is Google’s new rule? Hint – You have to make the first move.
We’ve seen incredible changes in how people find local businesses. It used to be the Yellow Pages, then big clunky websites, but now? It’s all about Google, especially for local searches. What is the secret to dominating local Search? You probably know your Google Business Profile (GBP) is important. It’s that box that pops up […]
Why Is Google’s AI Obsessed with Your YouTube Channel?
We’ve seen incredible changes in how people find information and how Google works. You’re probably used to thinking about getting your website onto Google’s first page, right? That’s still super important! But what if I told you there’s a new, incredibly powerful way your business can appear directly on Google’s first page, often without anyone […]
Google’s E-E-A-T: Your Secret to Local Search Gold!
Hey Small Business Owners! Want Google’s Love? It’s All About E-E-A-T: The Secret to Dominating Local Search! Hi everyone! Linda Donnelly here, from Business Solutions Marketing Group. For over ten years, my team and I have been right there with you, guiding awesome small businesses just like yours to light up the internet and find […]
Video Marketing in 2025: Why It’s WILD and What It Means for YOUR Google Listing!
We’ve seen a lot of changes in marketing over the years. Remember when websites were just fancy online brochures? Goodness, how things have changed! But if there’s one thing that keeps getting bigger, bolder, and more important, it’s video. And let me tell you, Video Marketing in 2025 isn’t just “big”—it’s absolutely wild! It’s changing […]
Why Are Your Competitors Getting More Local Customers?
The online world is always, always changing! Just when you think you’ve got Google figured out, it throws a new curveball. Lately, Google’s been practically shouting from the rooftops that video content is the golden ticket for local businesses. If you’ve been reading their newsletters or paying attention to their hints, you’ll see they specifically […]
Is Video Really Key to Boosting My SEO?
Today, we’re going to talk about something super powerful: video! You might be thinking, “Video? Isn’t that just for TikTok dancers or big companies with huge budgets?” Nope! Video is one of the best friends your small business can have when it comes to getting to the top of Google. It’s not just a trend; […]