The Importance of Search Engines
More people search for businesses online than anywhere else with 90% of them using Google, so it’s important to make sure that your local business listings can be easily found on Google, Google Maps and Bing.
With Business Profiles, creating a great listing takes just a few minutes and doesn’t cost a thing.
** IMPORTANT **
DO NOT allow a third party to be the owner of your listings. It is YOUR business and you should remain in control.
The 9 benefits of having your business listing
- It’s free!
- Makes your business visible – GBP listings get priority on first page of local search results.
- Displays useful and correct information about your Business.
- Provides a great first impression.
- Improves SEO (Search Engine Optimization).
- Engage and respond to customer reviews. In fact, businesses that respond to a minimum of 25% of reviews, average up to 35% more revenue.
- Is part of your Google Profile, which included Google Maps, Google Ads and other Google Tools.
- Gain customer insight, like how customers found your listing and any actions they may have taken. Use customer insight to improve your business.
- Another online communication channel that can be used to help you grow your business.