Google’s Secrets Revealed: Top Ranking Factors for Your Google Business Profile
What Google REALLY Cares About: Your Top 5 GBP Ranking Factors Recently, something truly amazing happened. I got to talk to someone who works at Google in their Google Business Profile department during a special webinar. Believe me, I was taking notes furiously! This wasn’t just some general SEO talk; this was direct insight from […]
The #1 Google Action That Gets You More Calls & Visits!
We do all sorts of marketing magic – from awesome Video Marketing to making your Google Business Profile super strong, helping with Reputation Management, and even Review Removal. We’re always, always looking for the smartest ways to help you connect with your customers and make your brand unforgettable. Today, I want to talk about something […]
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 […]
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. […]
Unlocking the Untapped Power of Google Business Profile Attributes: Beyond the Basics
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 […]
Set It and Forget It? Why That’s Killing Your Google Profile
In today’s digital age, having an online presence is crucial for small businesses. Many business owners set up their Google Business Profile (GBP) and then move on, thinking the job is done. However, neglecting regular updates and engagement can lead to decreased visibility and lost opportunities. Let’s explore why continuous attention to your GBP is […]
How to Rank Higher on Google Maps in Less Than 30 Days
Hey there, awesome small business owners! Linda Donnelly here, from Business Solutions Marketing Group. We’ve been helping folks like you get seen online for over ten years, and today, we’re talking about something super important: getting your business to pop up on Google Maps! When people search for “restaurants near me” or “plumbers in my […]
Google Business Profile Optimization: Your All-Access Pass to Online Stardom
If you’re not giving your Google Business Profile (GBP) the VIP treatment, you’re missing out on a whole lotta love from Google and your customers. Think of your GBP as your business’s online superstar – it’s the Beyoncé of your digital presence. It’s often the first thing people see when they search for businesses like […]