Google Business Profile, previously known as Google My Business, is a must-have for all businesses. It is similar to other social media channels, except that it provides your business visibility in search results and in Google Maps. That’s right, higher visibility on the king of search engines!
Setting up a Google Business Profile is simple and allows you to control the first impression of your business. It is THE place to add essential information, keep hours updated, connect with customers, share what products and services you offer, etc.
In addition to proving key information to both current and potential clients, Google Business Profile (GBP) allows you to update customers just like any other social media channel would… except these updates appear on the right-hand side of Google Search.
But WHY is it so important? In addition to what I’ve already stated above, here are 6 benefits of having a Google Business Profile:
- It’s FREE.
- GBP listings get priority on the first page of local search results.
- Provides a boost to SEO (search engine optimization).
- Displays useful (and correct!) information about your business.
- Allows you to engage and respond to customer reviews.
- Gain customer insight by seeing how customers found your listing and what actions they may have taken with your profile.
If you haven’t already, head over to GBP and set up your company profile today. Once your profile is set up, make sure to add relevant photos, and name them properly. Make sure all of the business info listed is correct and kept up-to-date, including adding holiday hours. And don’t forget to ask for reviews, and respond to them in a professional manner – yes, the negative ones too!
Whether you have a brick-and-mortar store, or are an online only business, GBP is something every business should take advantage of!
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