Google, the world wide search engine that allows people from all over the world to come together online has a secret that is starting to get around. Google's best work is not around the world , but right down the street from my house and yours. Google best kept secret that is starting to grow, it is Local Search. Local Search is a powerful tool for Mom and Pop local businesses to Fortune 500 companies. Local Search allows users to find goods and services in their neighborhood. Let me explain how it works.
This morning I wanted to find someone to do my Online Marketing in Temecula California. I went to http://www.google.com/ and typed in the search bar
Online Marketing Temecula, Ca
I was greeted at the very top of the page with a map and Google's online listings. This first page supplied me with a website, contact phone number and a more link for ten companies that offer the srvice I am looking for . I chose the first listing MaryEllen Gibson Online Marketing (she must be awesome at local search to be the first listed Oh wait, I know she is awesome at local search that is me! ) If I clicked on the business name it would take me directly to their website, if I click on more it takes me to their Google Local Listing
Above is the Google Local Listing it includes:
I was greeted at the very top of the page with a map and Google's online listings. This first page supplied me with a website, contact phone number and a more link for ten companies that offer the srvice I am looking for . I chose the first listing MaryEllen Gibson Online Marketing (she must be awesome at local search to be the first listed Oh wait, I know she is awesome at local search that is me! ) If I clicked on the business name it would take me directly to their website, if I click on more it takes me to their Google Local Listing
Above is the Google Local Listing it includes:
- Business Name
- A link to leave a review
- Address
- Phone Number
- Website Address & Link
- Get directions to
- Business Overview
- Reviews
- Details
- Coupons
- Related Websites
- e-mail to a friend
- link this page
This powerful piece of online marketing is a must for any business. This is not your Grandma's Yellow Page listing. It is dynamic , user friendly and built to bring additional visitors to any business. It is also a powerful tool for potential clients seeking out goods and services. Google makes it easy for them to find what they need close to home.
Click here for my Google Local Listing
