Are You Missing Out On 97% Of Your Local Customers?
Did you know that 97% of people find local businesses online? That's almost everyone! (BrightLocal)
If your Google Business Profile isn't up to date, you're likely losing customers to competitors who show up in local searches.
Here's why this matters to your local business:
64% of consumers use Google Business Profiles to find your phone number or address (BrightLocal)
Businesses with verified profiles receive about 200 customer interactions monthly - clicks, calls, and direction requests (Google Business Profile Performance)
72% of people who search locally visit a store within five miles (Google)
"Near me" searches have increased by over 200% in recent years (Google)
Listings with photos can boost your revenue per visitor by 17% (Google)
Three Simple Ways to Grow Your Local Business:
Claim and verify your Google Business Profile today. Make sure your hours, address, and phone number are correct. A complete profile helps you rank higher - 75% of businesses in the top three search spots have fully completed profiles.
Add high-quality photos of your business, products, and services. Businesses in top search results have an average of 250+ images. Visual content builds trust.
Ask happy customers for reviews. Businesses with over 200 reviews can double their revenue compared to those with fewer reviews. The average business has 39 reviews, but top performers have 200+.
Want to learn more? Visit Google's official guide: https://support.google.com/business/answer/7091
